Public Health
Philadelphia could extend its controversial trash incineration contract amid criticism
The city is still evaluating the environmental impacts of burning trash versus landfilling it, the Office of Clean and Green director said.
1 month ago
Listen 1:04Trouble pooping on vacation? You’re not alone, and here’s how to fix that
Neurogastroenterologist Trisha Pasricha says constipation woes on vacation happen to lots of people — but she says there are solutions.
1 month ago
Sen. McCormick, NIH director tour Penn medical sciences laboratory amid NIH funding crisis
The visit comes as questions swirl around the future of NIH funding. Sen. Dave McCormick said he would oppose any new cuts.
1 month ago
Listen 1:32Why We Need to Talk About Poop
Neurogastroenterologist Trisha Pasricha tells us what’s shaping our bowel movements, and what that means for our health.
Air Date: April 1, 2026
Listen 44:17Delaware lawmakers offer competing bills to regulate kratom, an opioid-like herbal supplement
Critics say kratom is dangerous and addictive, but others say it’s effective for withdrawing from opiates and pain relief.
1 month ago
Listen 0:54Chester Water Authority lifts boil water advisory in Upper Chichester area
Darryl Jenkins, executive manager of the Chester Water Authority, called the event “one of the most significant water main breaks” in the history of the organization.
2 months ago
Listen 0:46Chester County overdose deaths drop in 2025: ‘One day we hope to see zero’
Since 2017, the number of accidental overdoses in Chester County has steadily declined.
2 months ago
Listen 0:49Why Pennsylvania’s women are struggling to find estrogen patches for menopause hormone therapy
The nationwide shortage is being driven by a steady rise in demand for menopausal hormone therapy that is outpacing current patch supply.
2 months ago
Sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes: Allergy symptoms start earlier with climate change
Temperature and precipitation pattern changes mean trees are blooming earlier.
2 months ago
Listen 1:01Boil water advisory in effect for Upper Chichester area
A boil water advisory is in effect for a number of communities on the southern end of Delaware County.
2 months ago
El estado gastó $4 millones para eliminar los riesgos en 30 viviendas. Solo queda suficiente dinero para realizar trabajos en una pequeñísima fracción de las propiedades.
2 months ago
Vineland residents are protesting AI data center as concerns mount over noise and emissions
The project in South Jersey, already under construction, is being developed by DataOne for the Nebius Group as part of a $17 billion deal with Microsoft.
2 months ago
Listen 2:18Unpacking a year of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at the helm of the Department of Health and Human Services -- vaccines, ultra-processed foods, and the MAHA movement.
Air Date: March 9, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:39Reproductive medicine and fertility centers are required to meet specific safety standards and apply for state licensure under new rules.
2 months ago
Listen 1:21The sponsor of the proposed incineration ban pulled the bill from a vote at the last minute in January once it appeared to lack support.
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