Health & Science
Lessons from Vancouver: U.S. cities consider supervised injection facilities
Vancouver is home to North America’s first, public supervised injection facility — and an explosion of spin-offs designed to prevent overdose deaths.
6 years ago
Listen 35:14Scientists hope lab-grown embryos can save rhino species from extinction
Only two of these rhinos are still alive, both females living in a sanctuary in Kenya and protected around the clock by armed guards.
6 years ago
For women over 30, there may be a better choice than the Pap smear
Even if guidelines do change for women over 30, the Pap smear is still important for women ages 21-29.
6 years ago
Fact check: Can carcinogens released while barbecuing be absorbed through the skin?
Environmental toxicologist Trevor Penning says there’s no need to change your barbecue garb just yet.
6 years ago
Scientists capture first birth of a planet
An international team of scientists has discovered a young planet — just 5 or 6 million years old — forging its own path through space and likely growing along the way.
6 years ago
Excessive heat taking toll on health in region
The above-normal temperatures are resulting in cases of dehydration that can develop into heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
6 years ago
Spotted lanternfly battle is on: Can Pennsylvania stop this invasive threat to trees and plants?
The pest has spread to 13 southeastern counties. The rush is on to kill it.
6 years ago
Philly-area residents cope with relentless heat
Dangerous heat levels continue in Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. People are dealing with it in many ways this week as they work or play.
6 years ago
Why beaches are usually cooler during heat wave afternoons
It’s courtesy of the sea breeze effect.
6 years ago
Air Date: July 2, 2018 10:00 am
Listen 48:06Celebrating the 3rd, 4th, and 5th of July
Air Date: July 2, 2018
Listen 07:18Rising cost of PrEP to prevent HIV infection pushes it out of reach for many
Since brand-name Truvada was approved for HIV prevention six years ago, its average wholesale price has increased by about 45 percent.
6 years ago
China has refused to recycle the West’s plastics. What now?
In 2017, China passed the National Sword policy banning plastic waste from being imported — for the protection of the environment — starting in January 2018.
6 years ago
At Kensington Storefront, those struggling with addiction get to tell their stories
Sharing personal narratives can help the storytellers see some of the good in their lives amid the trauma.
6 years ago
Listen 4:00N.J. beaches in better shape than before Sandy, researchers say
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