
Health & Science
As emergency rooms see more patients with respiratory complications, hospitals are being asked to test for possible bird flu in humans.
1 month ago
Listen 1:04Measles cases are rising in the U.S. Do adults need a vaccine booster?
Measles can spread incredibly fast — it's one of the world's most contagious diseases, more than flu, polio, COVID, or just about any other infectious disease.
1 month ago
How single discoveries, public health guidelines, and tragic events can trigger ripple effects in people’s lives.
Air Date: February 21, 2025
Listen 55:43How to overcome your procrastination habit, advice from a psychologist
Psychologist David Maloney, author of "Procrastination Decoded," shares his personal journey and methods for breaking the procrastination habit.
1 month ago
Listen 10:30Academics in N.J., Philly protest Trump administration cuts to scientific research
Rallies in Center City and at Rutgers University were part of a nationwide day of action to speak out against Trump administration cuts.
1 month ago
H5N1 Bird flu: Your questions, answered
Egg prices are high and the culprit is H5N1 bird flu. Millions of birds have died from the virus itself or in attempts to control the spread. Is an H5N1 pandemic coming?
Air Date: February 19, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:04Empowering blood cancer patients to share their data for research
Started by a patient, HealthTree lets blood cancer patients look for clinical trials and treatment options, as well as share their data with researchers.
1 month ago
Listen 7:33Anti-fluoridation activists gain powerful allies in Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and a court win against the EPA, to the dismay of public health leaders.
1 month ago
Listen 15:20The traveling exhibit uses preserved human specimens to give a deeper look at how everyday choices impact the body.
1 month ago
Listen 1:08A look at what motivates everyday people to effect change, both in their own lives and the wider world.
Air Date: February 14, 2025
Listen 48:52Philly children are exposed to dangerous lead more often than in other cities, analysis finds
An analysis by Drexel researchers found the highest-risk cities had higher rates of poverty, a higher percent of Black residents and more old homes.
2 months ago
Listen 1:14Independence Blue Cross began limiting coverage of GLP-1 drugs on Jan. 1 to some medical conditions, but not obesity or weight loss.
2 months ago
Listen 1:42Canned tuna sold at Costco, Trader Joe’s recalled over botulism risk
The California-based company issued a voluntary recall for 13 products and advised consumers to exercise extreme caution if they have purchased the recalled products.
2 months ago
A Super Bowl ad for compounded versions of the popular brand name weight-loss drugs has caused controversy. Should weight-loss drugs be for everyone?
Air Date: February 12, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 56:19A National Institutes of Health memo on Feb. 7 said certain grant funds to universities and research institutions would be capped starting Monday.
2 months ago
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