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A group of male community leaders lead the march in recognition of the particular impact gun violence has on black men in the community. (Becca Haydu for WHYY)
Community

Pleasantville residents march against gun violence and remember slain 10-year-old

Residents call for “Hands up! Guns down!” at a march about a week after the high school football playoff game that resulted in a 10-year-old’s death.

7 years ago

In this file photo, toys considered dangerous, according to U.S. Public Interest Research Group's 28th annual Trouble in Toyland report, are displayed during a news conference in Washington. (Manuel Balce Ceneta/AP Photo)
Community

Consumer watchdog groups warns of dangerous toys ahead of holiday season

The 34th annual Trouble in Toyland report from the Pennsylvania Public Interest Research Group (PennPIRG) highlights dangers that parents can detect, hidden toxics, and recall

7 years ago

Justin Gabor runs up for a kick during practice at Neshaminy High School. (Kriston Jae Bethel for WHYY)
Community

Bucks football team gives special needs athletes ‘a chance to play’ with friends to help

The Bucks County Challenger Flag Football program has paired young people with special needs with local high school athletes for 13 seasons.

7 years ago

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Girls carry containers of water filled from the local communal tap Zimbabwe, which is in the grip of a nationwide drought that has been linked to climate change. (Cynthia R. Matonhodze/Bloomberg/Getty Images)
NPR
Health

Why climate change poses a particular threat to child health

When it comes to global health, the world has made remarkable strides over the past two decades.

7 years ago

Aliyah, 8 and father, Kalif Troy, of West Philadelphia, participate in a play date with the Fathering Circle on Saturday, October 12, 2019. (Bastiaan Slabbers for WHYY)
Community

Rethinking fatherhood, one day at a time

The men of The Fathering Circle are taking on #MeToo and their own fathers to reckon with their past and reimagine parenting.

7 years ago

Concrete Cowboys founder Malik Divers and his horse Sunny. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

On the changing Schuylkill riverfront, real-world ‘Concrete Cowboys’ find a new home

Philadelphia’s real-world Concrete Cowboys are moving to a home on the edge of Bartram’s Garden, along a new Schuylkill River trail.

7 years ago

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Two fourth-graders rock side to side while doing math equations at Charles Pinckney Elementary School's
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Science

Math looks the same in the brains of boys and girls, study finds

There's new evidence that girls start out with the same math abilities as boys.

7 years ago

(photo credit, Philadelphia Eagles)
Radio Times
Community

Regional Roundup – 11/11/19

On today's Regional Roundup - Philadelphia councilmember Helen Gym, helping veterans transition after service, and sports stadiums create rooms for children with autism.

Air Date: November 11, 2019 10:00 am

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Danny Feltwell Jr., 11, has fought cancer since he was 2 years old. His father Dan Feltwell hopes there will be increased funding for research into pediatric cancer drugs that are less harsh on kids' bodies. A new NCI grant of $4.7 million will help so many children, he said, but it just scratches the surface.
(Courtesy of Dan Feltwell)
Health

A.I DuPont Hospital receives federal funds to expand clinical trials for pediatric cancer

A.I. DuPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington has received $4.7 million in new funding to expand its childhood cancer research.

7 years ago

Volunteer Nina Parker packs a duffel full of supplies during Kind to Kids Foundation’s 4th Annual My Blue Duffel Community Service Day. (Saquan Stimpson for WHYY)
Community

Care packages help Delaware foster kids adjust to getting uprooted

This year’s “My Blue Duffel” volunteer event in Newark yielded more than 450 care packages for Delaware children entering the foster care system.

7 years ago

Childhood trauma can lead to long-term health problems. More should be done to prevent it, says the CDC. (mrs/Getty Images)
NPR
Health

CDC: Childhood trauma is a public health issue and we can do more to prevent it

Experiencing traumatic things as a child puts you at risk for lifelong health effects, according to a body of research.

7 years ago

A Boy Scout wears an Eagle Scout neckerchief
NPR
Lifestyle

The Boy Scouts of America will increase their membership fees by more than 80%

Starting Jan. 1, it will cost more money to be a Boy Scout.

7 years ago

Nurse with child
Community

Report blames ‘chilling effect’ of immigration policy for Latinx and Asian uninsured kids

Researchers with New Jersey Policy Perspective believe tougher immigration policies from the Trump administration are instilling fear in immigrant communities.

7 years ago

A 2018-19 WIC food guide at a supermarket in South Philadelphia. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Community

Safety net program for Pa. women and children is switching out paper for plastic

For decades, the state’s WIC program has cut checks — lots of them — to its low-income participants. That will stop by the end of 2019.

7 years ago

(BIGSTOCK)
Radio Times
Money

Allowance: How much is too much?

A new study shows that of the kids who are given a weekly allowance, the average amount is $30. Does this number come as a shock to you?

Air Date: October 17, 2019 10:00 am

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