
Health & Science
N.J. environmental regulators call for overhaul of Trenton Water Works
Two independent reports outline a history of neglect and underinvestment, putting the water utility at risk of systematic failure.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:22‘Uncharted territory’: Philadelphians navigate growing old with HIV as more people survive longer
About half of all people living with HIV today are over the age of 50. By 2030, older survivors could make up as much as 70% of that population.
2 weeks ago
Listen 5:49During the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, the Brandywine watershed was hit with the worst flooding in 200 years.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:14UnitedHealthcare names new CEO after Brian Thompson’s killing
The largest U.S. health insurer on Thursday said Tim Noel, a company executive, will be its next CEO.
3 weeks ago
Too late: Pa. Supreme Court issues ruling on Delaware County Memorial Hospital closure
Delaware County Memorial Hospital has been shuttered since 2022. The state’s highest court says the lower court ruled correctly when it temporarily halted its closure.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:02Studio 2 Extra: Philly researcher explores surprising link between rats and human history
Drexel’s Jason Munshi-South explores how rats’ adaptability mirrors human migration, trade, and survival. His research was recently published in the journal "Science."
Air Date: January 24, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 17:34We look at the DIY medicine movement, and what’s prompting a growing number of patients to experiment with treatments on their own.
Air Date: January 24, 2025
Listen 48:44Online pornography: Do we need an age limit?
The Supreme Court heard arguments about a Texas law that would block kids from viewing pornography online through age verification systems. Is it time to teach about porn?
Air Date: January 23, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:28Philly reports first suspected case of bird flu in an ill snow goose found near Carroll Park
City health officials say the snow goose was found in West Philadelphia on Jan. 11. Preliminary state testing was positive for bird flu.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:00Your phone is listening. Do you care?
Has data harvesting by companies like X, Meta, Google and Apple gone too far? From Siri to Smart TVs, we get the latest on big tech and privacy with Penn expert Joseph Turow.
Air Date: January 22, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:28What to know about protecting your cat from bird flu
A few cats have died from bird flu after eating raw food. Some raw pet food products have been recalled. Here's what to know about risks and how to keep pets safe.
3 weeks ago
How AI and machine learning led to ‘mind blowing’ progress in understanding animal communication
Computer models helped decode whale communication. But some scientists say there are barriers that cannot be overcome.
3 weeks ago
Listen 12:23FDA regulation of nicotine pouches can help prevent youth use, say Rutgers researchers
Nicotine pouches are a newer class of smokeless products that don’t contain tobacco. Zyn became the first FDA-authorized brand on Jan. 16.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:30Jefferson Health and ChristianaCare resident doctors join local wave of unionizing
Resident doctors from several major health care institutions in the region voted to form unions in the past two weeks.
4 weeks ago
Philly-area MACH2 hydrogen ‘hub’ gets greenlight from Biden administration
It’s one of seven hubs across the country that the Department of Energy originally announced in 2023, which will receive a combined $7B from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
4 weeks ago
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