Health & Science
La violencia armada que sufren los latinos en Estados Unidos ha aumentado. Los sobrevivientes deben atravesar un arduo camino que incluye elevados costos médicos y dificultade
8 months ago
Delaware health officials celebrate bright spots in recent drug overdose data
Statistics released earlier this month reveal a slight decrease in overdose deaths for the first time in 10 years.
8 months ago
Pa., N.J. to receive millions for solar energy projects that will benefit residents with low income
The solar projects will lower energy bills for overburdened residents of the Philadelphia region, federal officials say.
8 months ago
Philly manufacturer of military robot dogs is a target of Gaza war protests
Pennovation’s Ghost Robotics has embraced the weaponization of its robots.
8 months ago
The American Ornithological Society will remove people’s names from birds. Many of those birds are now named after prominent Philadelphia scientists.
8 months ago
Listen 4:59Has the plant-based meat revolution fizzled out?
Plant-based meat made a big splash when it first launched, but now sales have fallen, and two leading companies laid off workers. And yet some restaurants continue to grow.
8 months ago
Listen 11:00Some researchers say plastic recycling is a 'fraud' — What do we do now?
Only about five percent of plastics produced annually are recycled in the U.S. So how much plastic is five percent? And will recycling that amount make a difference?
8 months ago
Listen 11:00From cold washing to detergent sheets: greener options for laundry
How we do our laundry has gotten an eco-friendly makeover — but do greener options impact the cleaning power of our wash cycle?
8 months ago
Listen 10:53Health officials warn of rise in ‘highly contagious’ whooping cough in Philadelphia region
Health officials say the only way to confirm you have whooping cough is to get a diagnosis.
8 months ago
What’s behind Philadelphia’s soaring STI rates?
Younger people, between the ages of 15 and 24, have some of the highest rates of infection.
8 months ago
Living Greener — One Decision at a Time
In honor of Earth Day, we explore everyday choices that can impact the environment in big ways.
Air Date: April 19, 2024
Listen 56:22Philly, meet the new normal of spring allergy season
Tree and grass pollen are at extreme levels, according to local pollen counts. Experts say climate change is to blame for longer allergy seasons.
8 months ago
Listen 1:05Delaware faces persistent health disparities, particularly for Black maternal health
Health disparities for Black maternity remain a challenge in Delaware. Advocates say the problem stems from systemic racism, implicit bias and injustice.
8 months ago
Listen 1:32Drexel University is phasing out herbicides, pesticides on campus grounds
Researchers say weed killers can harm the environment and pose potential human health risks.
8 months ago
Listen 1:08Pa. Black Maternal Health Caucus caps off Black Maternal Health Week
The group touted efforts to improve Black maternal health outcomes at the Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg.
8 months ago
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