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Hidden Brain helps curious people understand the world and themselves. Using science and storytelling, Hidden Brain reveals the unconscious patterns that drive human behavior, and the biases that shape our choices.

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Understanding Infertility

When you’re a teenager, everybody tells you that getting pregnant happens quickly, under all kinds of circumstances. But when you look ...

Air Date: January 31, 2020

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Passengers in a subway station in Hong Kong wear masks amid the coronavirus outbreak. (Kin Cheung/AP Photo)
NPR
Health

WHO declares coronavirus outbreak a global health emergency

The World Health Organization announced Thursday that the outbreak of a deadly and fast-spreading strain of coronavirus constitutes a global health emergency.

6 years ago

Dr. Robert Redfield, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director, speaks during a press conference Tuesday at the Department of Health and Human Services. (Samuel Corum/Getty Images)
NPR
Health

1st person-to-person spread of coronavirus has occurred in U.S., CDC says

The first human-to-human transmission of the deadly Wuhan coronavirus has occurred in the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Thursday.

6 years ago

Marty's dog Cole relaxes in the fall leaves.
Radio Times
Science

The special bond between dogs and humans

Humans have always had a unique connection to dogs. We'll discuss how the human-dog relationship has evolved and why our bond is so strong.

Air Date: January 30, 2020 10:00 am

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SpaceX has launched dozens of satellites as part of its Starlink project to bring high-speed Internet to every point on the planet. (SpaceX)
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Science

Space traffic is surging, and critics worry there could be a crash

As private companies race into orbit, some experts in satellite operations say there isn't enough public infrastructure to keep all the satellites safe.

6 years ago

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, director general of the World Health Organization (WHO), speaks to the media about the Situation regarding the new Coronavirus, during a press conference at the European headquarters of the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020. (Martial Trezzini/Keystone via AP)
Health

Health experts: Human-to-human spread of new virus worrying

For a second day, the number of coronavirus infections grew dramatically.

6 years ago

This July 23, 2018 file photo shows packets of buprenorphine, a drug which controls heroin and opioid cravings, in Greenfield, Mass. (Elise Amendola/AP Photo)
Health

Krasner to stop charging for possession of opioid treatment drug popular on the street

Larry Krasner says his office will not prosecute for possession of the controlled substance, an opioid-treatment drug with a thriving black market.

6 years ago

David Paar, owner of Arborescence in Montgomery County, hands out cards that help people spot the different stages of the spotted lanternfly. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Science

New study shows economic toll of spotted lanternfly if allowed to spread across Pa.

The invasive insect is already costing Pennsylvania $50 million each year in damages, according to a first-of-its-kind study.

6 years ago

In this Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020 file photo, Passengers wear protective face masks at the departure hall of the high speed train station in Hong Kong. (Kin Cheung/AP Photo)
Health

Possible coronavirus case under investigation in central Delaware

According to the latest numbers from the CDC, there have been five confirmed cases of the coronavirus in the U.S. Ninety-two cases are still under investigation.

6 years ago

William Penn Charter School in Philadelphia (Google Maps)
Health

Chinese student tests negative for coronavirus, but exchange program ends early

The Chinese exchange student visiting William Penn Charter School who exhibited signs of a respiratory illness tested negative for coronavirus.

6 years ago

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Billy Penn

When Philly paramedics arrive, many overdose victims have vanished

As Narcan’s widespread availability saves lives, it complicates treatment efforts.

6 years ago

Many Americans report that their insurance plans sometimes deny coverage for a medication their doctor thinks they need. (Jesse Zhang for NPR)
NPR
Health

When insurance won’t cover drugs, Americans make ‘tough choices’ about their health

The majority of Americans have health insurance that includes coverage for prescription drugs. But unfortunately that doesn't ensure that they can afford specific drugs.

6 years ago

William Penn Charter School in Philadelphia (Google Maps)
Health

Coronavirus in Philly? Don’t panic, say officials as they test exchange student

A Chinese exchange student is being tested for coronavirus because he is exhibiting flu-like symptoms. Philadelphia health officials say: don’t panic.

6 years ago

Chelsea and Ethan Holtsoi in front of their cabin near Many Farms on the Navajo Reservation. (Eilís O’Neill/For WHYY)
The Pulse
Health

On the reservation, asthma is especially tough to control

Since the 1980s, asthma has been increasing across all ages and ethnic groups in the U.S. But it’s a bigger problem among Native Americans.

6 years ago

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A new guide gathers information and resources to assist parents with the challenge of providing care in the home. (Screenshot of Pennsylvania Homecare Association website)
Health

‘The Care We Share’ helps families navigate their children’s complex new medical needs

A new guide gathers information and resources to assist parents with the challenge of providing care in the home.

6 years ago

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