Public Health
Abortion rights win big in 2023 elections, again
In a handful of states with off-year elections, abortion access appeared to be a winning issue for the second general election in a row.
5 months ago
Pa. voters weigh abortion rights in open state Supreme Court seat
The court is currently examining a challenge to a state law that restricts the use of public funds to help people get abortions.
5 months ago
Camden County’s Center for Community Nutrition to be named after longtime mayor of Lawnside
It will be the first building in Camden County named in honor of an African American woman, Mayor Mary Ann Wardlow, and will support the county’s meal-delivery program.
5 months ago
Food Bank of Delaware readies for its busiest season amid growing food insecurity
More Delawareans are seeking help putting food on the table, in part due to rising food prices.
6 months ago
The final deadline for ACA open enrollment is January 15 in Pennsylvania and Delaware, and January 31 in New Jersey.
6 months ago
Listen 1:07Open enrollment starts this week for ACA plans. Here’s what’s new this year
ACA plans are now well entrenched — an estimated 16.3 million people signed up during open enrollment last year. This year may see even larger numbers.
6 months ago
Panera now displaying warning about caffeinated ‘Charged Lemonade’ after UPenn student death
The new language says the drink should be consumed in moderation and not recommended for people sensitive to caffeine.
6 months ago
The virtual reality training program is a nine-minute video that can be viewed on virtual reality headsets, Android smartphones, and online.
6 months ago
Listen 1:21Philly coalition urges next mayor to not leave underserved youth behind
The Kids Campaign wants the next administration to improve community safety, mental health services, and tackle gun violence “starting on day one.”
6 months ago
Elementary school in South Philadelphia temporarily closed over asbestos concerns
Southwark Elementary in South Philadelphia will close for several weeks.
6 months ago
Delaware filed lawsuit against 3M for alleged role in PFAS contamination
The lawsuit seeks monetary damages to restore natural resources and for public health services.
6 months ago
Mexico’s Acapulco grows desperate for help after Hurricane Otis ravaged the area
The Category 5 storm slammed into Mexico's Pacific coast early Wednesday, killing at least 27 people, with at least four still missing.
6 months ago
Philly adopts new door-to-door canvass approach to prevent drug overdose deaths
The new Philly Counts project aims to reach 100,000 doors in city “hot spots” of drug overdose deaths in Black and brown communities.
6 months ago
Listen 4:29A seasonal viral stew is brewing with flu, RSV, COVID and more
National data shows COVID-19 levels are moderate. In most of the U.S., levels of other respiratory viruses are low, although RSV is ticking up in some southeastern states.
6 months ago
The FDA is proposing a ban on hair relaxers with formaldehyde due to cancer concerns
The federal agency says it is proposing a ban on the use of formaldehyde in hair straighteners and smoothers, which have been linked to increased cancer risks.
6 months ago