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Flavia Schaub
The Pulse
Science

Think pet, not threat with Artificial Intelligence

Intelligent machines will play a much larger role in the future than they do now, and we’re trying to imagine that future as we’re ra ...

Air Date: June 2, 2021

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Dr. Rick Pescatore, chief physician at the Delaware Division of Public Health, gives a shot of the Pfizer vaccine to Brenda Jones at the Rose Hill Community Center. (Cris Barrish/WHYY)
Health

COVID-19 slowing down in Delaware, but still harming some of the unvaccinated

Of the 50,000 COVID-19 cases diagnosed since the start of the year, 99.3% of the patients were unvaccinated people.

4 years ago

Owner Adiyuh Davis inspects the pepper selection. (Cris Barrish/WHYY)
Health

Oasis of fresh fruit, veggies sprouts in northeast Wilmington ‘food desert’

The gritty strip of Northeast Boulevard is targeted for comprehensive redevelopment. The Produce Spot emerged ‘organically’ when two sisters went into business.

4 years ago

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A spotted lanternfly at a vineyard in Kutztown, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Science

Pa. using insecticide on invasive spotted lanternflies

Pennsylvania has started spraying insecticide on spotted lanternflies, a new strategy that state officials are using in an attempt to slow the spread of the invasive pest.

4 years ago

Guests dine at El Serrano restaurant
Health

Pennsylvania lifts capacity restrictions for businesses, retail shops

Starting Monday, restaurants and businesses no longer have capacity limits or physical distancing requirements.

4 years ago

A member of the Philadelphia Fire Department administers the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to a person at a vaccination site setup
Health
Health Desk Help Desk

How do COVID-19 vaccines affect people who are immunocompromised?

If you have certain conditions, or are taking certain medications, parts of your immune system may function less effectively. Here’s what we know.

4 years ago

Beachgoers spend time at Monmouth Beach, N.J., Sunday, July 5, 2020. (AP Photo/Eric Carvin)
Health

NJ to give beachgoers COVID shots over Memorial Day weekend

The “Shots At The Shore” campaign will offer free vaccinations Saturday and Sunday at Sandy Hook, Long Branch and Asbury Park.

4 years ago

Person's legs in wheelchair
Health

AARP/Drexel report shows racial disparities in seniors’ health care in Pennsylvania

A new study from AARP and Drexel’s College of Nursing shows lack of broadband access thwarts telehealth for many older Black and brown residents.

4 years ago

File photo: Aerial view of Sunoco's Mariner East pipeline construction at the Glen Riddle Station Apartments in Media. (P.K. Ditty)
Science

Mariner East pipeline construction leaves hundreds without water in Delaware County

Construction split the Glen Riddle Station apartments in half. Residents complained about noise, dust, and truck traffic. Then there was no water.

4 years ago

The influenza virus. (Frederick Murphy/CDC)
Health

COVID mask mandate credited with one of mildest flu seasons in state history

COVID-19 restrictions helped keep the flu at record low levels.

4 years ago

People, some without masks, walk along Market Street
Health

Philadelphia COVID restrictions will be lifted ahead of schedule, as cases continue to decline

Philly COVID restrictions will lift ahead of schedule, as cases continue to decline, but masks still needed.

4 years ago

Veterans gather at the Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial on Memorial Day. (Peter Tobia for WHYY)
Radio Times
Health

Healing the invisible wounds of war

Millions of veterans and service members struggle with PTSD, anxiety, and depression. -- 20 die by suicide every day. How have veterans coped during the pandemic?

Air Date: May 28, 2021 10:00 am

Listen 49:13
A human hand and robot hand reaching for a bright light surrounded by digital machinery
The Pulse
Science

The Promise and Pitfalls of AI

In a lot of ways, artificial intelligence acts as our personal butlers — it filters our email, manages the temperature in our homes, fi ...

Air Date: May 28, 2021

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A sign reads Philadelphia Gas works
Science

As Philadelphia works to tackle climate change, a question emerges: Is PGW on board?

The city-owned gas utility has discussed with industry groups a Pa. Senate bill that would prevent Philly from taking steps to promote electrification.

4 years ago

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Since moving into her own place, Rita Stewart says, she feels healthier, supported and hasn’t gone to the ER. 'It’s a blessing,' says Stewart from her one-bedroom apartment with its small kitchen and comfy couch. 'This is a chance for me to take care of myself better.' (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Health

Hospitals, insurers invest big dollars to tackle patients’ social needs

Eager to control costs, health systems and insurers try to address food insecurity, housing, and more. Yet the evidence is mixed that these efforts work.

4 years ago

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