
Behavioral Health
Supreme Court urged to review ban on drug injection sites, with Philly case as focus
The test case centers on a nonprofit group's Safehouse project in Philadelphia, but officials in other states are watching closely as they debate similar programs.
4 years ago
Opioid overdoses rose during the pandemic by 30% -- in Philadelphia over 1200 people died in 2020. This hour we'll talk about what's fueling the growing opioid crisis.
Air Date: September 1, 2021 10:00 am
Listen 49:00Flags lowered to honor Delaware lives lost to the opioid crisis
Family members of those who died from overdoses lowered state, county and U.S. flags outside New Castle County government headquarters Friday.
4 years ago
Corona-somnia: Sleep disorders and the global pandemic
Struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep? The stress and uncertainty of COVID-19 increased rates of insomnia, restlessness and something called revenge bedtime procrastination
Air Date: August 26, 2021 10:00 am
Listen 49:00When the world treats you differently after weight loss
For those who have bariatric surgery, changes in appearance happen quickly, creating new social situations to navigate.
4 years ago
Can NJ park visitors share the land with off-road vehicles? And, a mystery illness leading to thousands of bird fatalities in the region.
Air Date: August 9, 2021 10:00 am
Listen 49:30Wolf wants lawmakers to extend opioid emergency declaration
In a letter to the General Assembly, Tom Wolf said he plans an Aug. 5 renewal of the disaster emergency declaration first issued in January 2018.
4 years ago
Delaware issues fines to insurers for not treating people with mental health or substance abuse issues as fairly as they treat others.
4 years ago
Listen 1:35City Controller’s audit finds Philly’s behavioral health contractor overspent, lacked accountability
The audit of Community Behavioral Health was the first look in 20 years at spending for the HealthChoices Behavioral Healthcare Program.
4 years ago
Philly awards 20 grants to Kensington groups battling opioid crisis
City officials sent a total of $200,000 to 20 community groups dedicated to improving the quality of life in the epicenter of Philadelphia's opioid crisis.
4 years ago
How does adult guardianship work in the Philadelphia region?
The Britney Spears case in California — where adult guardianship is called conservatorship — has cast a spotlight on issues nationwide.
4 years ago
Lawmakers renew call for stronger addiction treatment oversight as two Pa. providers charged
Two Philadelphia addiction treatment providers face criminal charges for allegedly bribing recovery homes for referrals and forcing patients into substandard care.
4 years ago
Anxiety can feel like a buzzing electric current that fuels our thoughts and behaviors. There are the well-known symptoms — chest pains ...
Air Date: June 25, 2021
Listen 49:19Can you tamp down your over-the-top startle response?
Jumping at the slightest little thing can be annoying and embarrassing. Why do some people startle so easily, and can they do anything about it?
4 years ago
Listen 14:42How to stop worrying and learn to love the unknown
People can reframe their relationship with uncertainty and that can help relieve some of their anxiety.
4 years ago
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