
Health & Science
U.S. Justice Department will fight sale of Hahnemann residency program
The federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which funds the residencies, opposed the sale of the 550-plus slots from the beginning.
6 years ago
Did asbestos in a Philly school cause a teacher to get cancer? It’s complicated.
A Philly teacher reportedly has cancer caused by asbestos. But should we blame the school where the person taught? It’s hard to know.
6 years ago
Amid federal probe into ‘vape lung,’ dozens of e-cigarette illnesses reported in region
The CDC and the American Medical Association are urging users to stop vaping. One Delaware e-cigarette user says the situation is “definitely scary.”
6 years ago
Listen 1:29Vaping: health concerns and teen use
With the 6th reported vaping-related death, and reports of illnesses across the country, we'll talk about the health risks of vaping and about the high teen vaping rate.
Air Date: September 11, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 0:00Free overdose-reversing drug naloxone will be distributed in September across Pa.
The drug, which can save someone from an opioid overdose, will be available at 95 locations around Pa. Sept. 18 and 25.
6 years ago
Why vaccine exemptions for N.J. schoolkids are rising
Every school year, parents in all 50 states have to prove they've gotten their kids vaccinated — unless they get an exemption.
Air Date: September 11, 2019
Listen 14:53Federal appeals court strikes blow to PennEast pipeline project
The Third Circuit decision blocks PennEast from condemning state-owned land in New Jersey
6 years ago
Physician David Fajgenbaum discusses his new memoir about his struggle with a rare and fatal disease and his search to understand and cure it.
Air Date: September 10, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:03Loggerhead turtle rescued after Dorian washed it ashore in Lewes, Del.
The 275-pound turtle was one of six washed ashore by Hurricane Dorian. It was rescued Saturday in Lewes, Delaware and is critical condition.
6 years ago
How a prenatal ‘bootcamp’ for new dads helps the whole family
The lack of attention to a new father's needs can have ripple effects that impact the whole family — in the short-run and later.
6 years ago
Women’s soccer stars concerned about trauma from repetitive head impact
As research into head injuries expands to include women's soccer, some of the sport's former stars are calling attention to the health fallout from heading the ball.
6 years ago
Eagles build room in Linc for fans with sensory needs
They became the first NFL team to create a fully dedicated sensory room inside their stadium.
6 years ago
Veterinarians are killing themselves. An online group is there to listen and help
"I had 86 people in my vet school class," Carrie Jurney says. "Graduating class of 2005. Three of them are gone. Died by their own hand."
6 years ago
How should scientists’ access to health databanks be managed?
Medical and genetic data from more than a million Americans are now in scientific databases. Some programs hoard the data, while others share widely with scientists.
6 years ago
For health workers struggling with addiction, why are treatment options limited?
Doctors and nurses are often barred from turning to FDA-approved medications that research shows to be the most effective way to quit.
6 years ago
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