Nicole Leonard is a health and science reporter for WHYY News. She joined the newsroom in 2022 after covering health care for Connecticut Public Radio. Before that, she was the health reporter for the Press of Atlantic City.
Nicole’s coverage has focused on addiction and the opioid epidemic, mental health, and health policy. She is an alum of Boston University and grew up in New Jersey.
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Temple researchers are building AI-powered health care ‘digital twins’ for people with ALS
A digital twin is a virtual representation of patients. Doctors plan to use the program to simulate treatments and therapies.
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The SemPresto autoinjector epinephrine device attaches to smartphones with magnetic technology and could be used for allergic reactions.
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Can bioengineered chewing gum help prevent oral, head and neck cancers? Penn researchers are hopeful
The gum is made from a bean plant and contains antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties. It’s being tested against HPV, influenza and other diseases.
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The FDA is considering adding bemotrizinol as an ingredient for U.S. sunscreens. Experts say it could lead to stronger skin cancer prevention options.
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Philly health department notifies Center City dental patients of possible exposure to hepatitis, HIV
City health officials are recommending disease testing for some patients of Smiles at Rittenhouse Square following “unsanitary practices.”
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The new layoffs come as the hospital closes its kidney transplant program due to low patient volume.
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Family Connects NJ offers at least one free home health visit to all families with newborns. Services will be offered in all 21 counties by January 2027.
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Cases involving pets accidentally ingesting medical or recreational marijuana products are becoming more frequent, vets say.
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Puberty field trip? Philly-area students get a front-row seat to health education
Lankenau Medical Center’s health education center provides free interactive programs on nutrition, exercise, drugs and alcohol, puberty and more.
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To mark Pennsylvania Hospital’s 275th anniversary, archivist Stacey Peeples is leading its transition into a museum for the public, open May 8.
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“The Philly Killer exhibition,” as well as a second new exhibit called “Creating a City of Medicine,” are part of the city’s semiquincentennial celebrations.
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