Health & Science
16,000 babies later: After nearly 48 years, Bryn Mawr says goodbye to a beloved birth center
The Lifecycle Wellness and Birth Center, which opened in 1978 as one of the country’s earliest independent centers, closed in March.
2 weeks ago
Listen 5:48Why Pennsylvania’s women are struggling to find estrogen patches for menopause hormone therapy
The nationwide shortage is being driven by a steady rise in demand for menopausal hormone therapy that is outpacing current patch supply.
3 weeks ago
Sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes: Allergy symptoms start earlier with climate change
Temperature and precipitation pattern changes mean trees are blooming earlier.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:01The Problem with Being Perfect: How Unrealistic Standards Hurt Our Minds and Bodies
A look at what causes perfectionism, how it affects our lives and health, and how we can escape its grip.
Air Date: March 27, 2026
Listen 49:54El estado gastó $4 millones para eliminar los riesgos en 30 viviendas. Solo queda suficiente dinero para realizar trabajos en una pequeñísima fracción de las propiedades.
3 weeks ago
Pennsylvania home care workers say industry in ‘crisis’ without $800M infusion of state funding
Home care workers and agencies say the state needs to raise reimbursement rates and pay to meet demand for an aging population.
3 weeks ago
Listen 2:10Vineland residents are protesting AI data center as concerns mount over noise and emissions
The project in South Jersey, already under construction, is being developed by DataOne for the Nebius Group as part of a $17 billion deal with Microsoft.
3 weeks ago
Listen 2:18It’s the first time a Pennsylvania utility agreed to shield average ratepayers from data center costs. Data centers will pay $11 million for low-income rate relief.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:24Unearthing the Hidden Stories of Women Scientists
A look at several great women in science — and why so many of them, and their contributions, have been forgotten.
Air Date: March 20, 2026
Listen 49:34How does AI affect child development? CHOP researchers say safeguards are needed
Researchers found AI could help with creativity and education, but that it can confuse young children and generate harmful misinformation.
1 month ago
Listen 1:21Deal reached to clean up toxic Bishop Tube site in Chester County
The site’s former operators will pay $11.4 million to pay for the cleanup. Plans to build townhomes on the site remain in limbo.
1 month ago
Listen 1:221 in 4 American Adults Is a Caregiver. So Why Does It Feel So Lonely?
A look at the challenges of caregiving,, from changing relationships, to dealing with loneliness and burnout.
Air Date: March 13, 2026
Listen 49:51Founders of the new Independent Autism Coordinating Committee say they will act as an alternative body to a federal advisory group under RFK Jr.
1 month ago
Listen 1:20Dennis Massimo’s genetic diagnosis and cancer treatment plan was coordinated at the new King Center for Lynch Syndrome at Penn Medicine.
1 month ago
Listen 1:44Already Forgotten About Your New Year’s Resolution? Here’s Why
We talk with productivity expert Chris Bailey about achieving goals, who says aligning them with our values is key.
Air Date: March 10, 2026
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