Health & Science
3 Philadelphia-area medical schools agree to add nutrition education in response to RFK Jr.’s push
The push to teach nutrition in medical schools predates the current administration. So far, 73 medical schools have signed on to the campaign.
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Listen 1:35Do masks protect me from wildfire smoke? Experts say yes — with some caveats
N95 masks are designed to filter out the particles released during wildfires.
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How Reliable Is Forensic Science? The Truth About Criminal Profiling and Investigations
How science is used in criminal investigations — and what happens when it’s not as reliable as we might think.
Air Date: July 17, 2026
Listen 49:34CHOP and Rebuilding Together Philadelphia work to remove mold, dust, pests and air quality issues that can trigger asthma attacks in kids.
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Listen 4:49Delaware City Refinery faces nearly $1 million penalty for toxic gas release in May
The incident occurred during repairs of pollution control equipment at the refinery.
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Listen 0:59Tiny particulate matter from wildfire smoke can cause respiratory problems.
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Listen 1:23Drexel University has operated PSARC since 2011, but the center has struggled with staff shortages and funding gaps.
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Listen 1:10About three out of four U.S. residents say they want their elected officials to pass laws that tackle climate change.
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Listen 5:12Camden County announces $400 million initiative to reduce sewage overflows
Outdated sewage systems send raw sewage and stormwater through the same pipes, leading to flooding issues during heavy rainfall.
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Listen 1:08One study found that 4 in 10 women who had postpartum hemorrhages after delivery were considered low risk when admitted.
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Listen 1:36Chasing Wildlife: From the Golden Toad to Giant Elephants
Tales of adventure from the wild — in search of lost and elusive species.
Air Date: July 10, 2026
Listen 49:34Levee plan not viable for Philly’s flood-prone Eastwick neighborhood, says U.S. Army Corps
Earlier this year, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced that the formally proposed levee would be downsized. Now they say the levee is not feasible.
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If left untreated, symptoms can last anywhere between a few days and a month or longer.
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Changes to Medicaid under H.R. 1 include new work requirements and restrictions on who is eligible for the safety net insurance program.
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Listen 1:14American smoking rates have reached historic lows, but cigarettes are all over pop culture, as are nicotine products like vapes and pouches.
Air Date: July 8, 2026 1:00 pm
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