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A ’55 Bel Air is one of the first things you see at Town Square, an adult day care center in Baltimore, that’s designed like the 1950s to bring out old memories as a form of reminiscence therapy. (Lecia Bushak/For WHYY)
The Pulse
Health

Recalling the past, in hopes of triggering better life in the present 

Reminiscence therapy helps jog a sense of the former self, for those who’ve lost parts of who they are today.

6 years ago

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Keswick Theater in Glenside, Montgomery County (WIkimedia)
Health

Montco schools, community centers and more to close as coronavirus cases rise in Pa.

Individuals, governments and private organizations in the commonwealth are increasingly taking steps to ward off coronavirus.

6 years ago

N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy delivers his second State of the State address in Trenton on January 14, 2020. (Edwin J. Torres/ Governor's Office)
Health

N.J. calls for cancellation of all public events over 250 people, suspends jury trials

Gov. Phil Murphy said Thursday that all public gatherings of 250 people or more should be canceled to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

6 years ago

The seating area and court at Bankers Life Fieldhouse is shown in Indianapolis, Thursday, March 12, 2020, after the Big Ten Conference announced the remainder of the men’s tournament is cancelled,  effective immediately. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Health

March Madness: NCAA Tournaments canceled due to coronavirus

The decision comes a day after the NCAA announced the games that were scheduled to start next week would go on, but played in mostly empty arenas.

6 years ago

The campus at University of Delaware.
Health

Delaware Gov. Carney declares state of emergency, puts National Guard on alert

The governor took swift action after four coronavirus cases were confirmed at the University of Delaware. The state legislature also postponed next week’s sessions.

6 years ago

Presidential candidate Joe Biden speaks at the Hotel DuPont about his campaign and the impact of coronavirus on Thursday, March 11, 2020 in Wilmington, Del. (Saquan Stimpson for WHYY)
Health

Biden offers coronavirus plan that will ‘lead by science’

The Democratic presidential hopeful called for free and increased COVID-19 testing, the development of a cost-free vaccine and cooperation with allies.

6 years ago

At Philadelphia City Council meeting, attendees were tod to use every other chair to reduce the chances of exposure to coronavirus. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Health

Philly City Council imposes ‘social distancing’ to limit coronavirus exposure

City Council says it doesn’t want to discourage the public from weighing in, but is taking steps to make it less likely to spread the coronavirus.

6 years ago

A worker wearing protective gear is seen through a window as she works in the room of Susan Hailey, 76, who has tested positive for the new coronavirus, Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at the Life Care Center in Kirkland, Wash., near Seattle. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Radio Times
Health

Coping with coronavirus anxiety

We discuss the fear and anxiety many Americans are feeling around the spread of COVID-19 and talk about ways to manage the stress.

Air Date: March 12, 2020 10:00 am

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Dr. Allison Kolpas, a professor in the math department at West Chester University, opens her DNA testing packet. (Emily Cohen for WHYY)
Science

N.J. lawmaker wants to make DNA test results your personal property

The proposal is a bid to give consumers who use popular genetic testing services more control over their personal data.

6 years ago

Toronto Raptors center Serge Ibaka (9) guards against Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) in the first half during an NBA basketball game Monday, March 9, 2020, in Salt Lake City. (Rick Bowmer/AP Photo)
Health

NBA suspends season until further notice over coronavirus

A person with knowledge of the situation said the Jazz player who tested positive was center Rudy Gobert.

6 years ago

A laboratory technician prepares COVID-19 patient samples for semi-automatic testing at Northwell Health Labs, Wednesday, March 11, 2020, in Lake Success, N.Y. The US Food and Drug Administration has approved faster testing protocols as the viral outbreak continues to spread worldwide. For most people, the new coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms. For some it can cause more severe illness. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Health

Coronavirus and COVID-19: Some frequently asked questions

Here is an FAQ about the COVID-19, the coronavirus that causes it, and its symptoms.

6 years ago

A laboratory technician prepares COVID-19 patient samples for semi-automatic testing at Northwell Health Labs, in Lake Success, N.Y. (John Minchillo/AP Photo)
Health

Delaware announces state’s first coronavirus case; UDel to move classes online

A Delaware man is the first person in the state to be presumed positive for coronavirus, according to the Delaware Division of Public health.

6 years ago

The shuttered Hahnemann Hospital building in Philadelphia. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Health

Hahnemann building eyed as option for overflow in case of COVID-19 outbreak

The city’s hospitals are too full to handle a coronavirus outbreak, so officials are looking for a space to accommodate patients or those in quarantine.

6 years ago

A laboratory technician prepares COVID-19 patient samples for semi-automatic testing at Northwell Health Labs, Wednesday, March 11, 2020, in Lake Success, N.Y. (John Minchillo/AP Photo)
Health

‘Community spread’ suspected as N.J. coronavirus count jumps to 23

Health officials warned the state may be starting to see “community spread,” which means the illness is being transmitted among the general population.

6 years ago

Regional rail passengers pack the platforms at Suburban Station at rush hour on July 5, 2016. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
The Why
Health

Coronavirus: How ready is Philly?

Long before the coronavirus came to Philly, researchers have been looking into how prepared the city is for an outbreak like this. So, just how ready are we?

Air Date: March 11, 2020

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