Health Care
U.S. deaths from COVID hit 1 million, less than 2 1/2 years in
The U.S. death toll from COVID-19 has hit 1 million, less than 2 1/2 years into the outbreak.
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The Regional Roundup: May 16, 2022
We talk with health equity hero Ala Stanford; a new exhibit at Winterthur showcases Jackie O.'s White House TV tour; heated PA primary elections are on Tuesday
Air Date: May 16, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:15Local parents are depending on out-of-state networks to find baby formula
One New Jersey mother, whose son has a rare food allergy, has been relying on formula supplies from other families.
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A landmark study tracks the lasting effect of having an abortion — or being denied one
The Turnaway Study followed nearly 1,000 women who sought abortions, interviewing them regularly for years to understand the impact on their mental and financial wellbeing.
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The story behind Remembrance, an alternative memorial to Philadelphia’s HIV/AIDS crisis
Ron taught me the path to hope, and resilience is to ensure we don’t forget, or under-mourn, these tremendous losses incurred in our community, writes Chris Barlett.
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Tennessee nurse convicted in lethal drug error sentenced to 3 years probation
RaDonda Vaught's prosecution was widely condemned by nurses, who said it set a dangerous precedent that would worsen the nursing shortage and make them less forthcoming about
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‘Mad or nah?’: Extraordinary leak of U.S Supreme Court draft opinion
P.O.C, a partner in WHYY’s News and Information Community Exchange, hit the streets of Philly to gather public opinion on the extraordinary leak at the U.S Supreme Court.
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Listen 5:08What would overturning Roe mean for birth control?
Overturning Roe v. Wade could threaten birth control and other care, experts say.
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Democrats’ effort to secure Roe v. Wade falls to filibuster
Democrats in the split Senate lacked the votes to overcome a Republican-led filibuster.
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Bill Gates tests positive for COVID-19, says he’s experiencing mild symptoms
The 66-year-old wrote in a tweet Tuesday that he is experiencing mild symptoms and is "following the experts' advice" by isolating himself until he's healthy.
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Sen. Casey says he would support federal abortion rights bill
Casey, one of the last lawmakers on Capitol Hill calling himself a “pro-life Democrat,” says he would support a bill to write the rights into federal law.
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In Texas, abortion laws inhibit care for miscarriages
Medical professionals face quandaries when treating patients who have a miscarriage, a scenario that could soon play out around the country if abortion restrictions tighten.
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The number of Americans who say they won’t get a COVID shot hasn’t budged in a year
Politics, religion, distrust and disinformation all play a role.
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Bob Casey changes stance, says he will support a federal law to preserve abortion rights
The U.S. senator for Pa., who has previously called himself “pro-life,” said he does not support a categorical ban on abortion.
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How period tracking apps and data privacy fit into a post-Roe v. Wade climate
Privacy experts warn that in a world without Roe v. Wade, data from period-tracking apps could potentially be used to penalize anyone seeking an abortion.
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