Public Health
Breastfeeding mothers in New Jersey could soon be exempt from jury duty
Under current state law, breastfeeding is not allowed in a jury setting.
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A symposium in Salem County will raise awareness about Black maternal health issues
An event addressing maternal health disparities will be held in one of the poorest cities in New Jersey.
2 years ago
Philly-area water providers grapple with potential costs of reducing toxic ‘forever chemicals’
Drinking water providers are seeking funding to cover the costs of eliminating toxic PFAS from its water supplies.
2 years ago
Listen 1:15An exhibition features works by art therapy alumni, faculty and students to honor 50 years of a program that changed the art therapy field.
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The 2024 State of The City report outlined Philadelphia’s improving economic metrics — and ever-present factors that threaten future progress.
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WHYY’s ‘The Pulse’ celebrates 10 years on the air
Supporters leaned in to watch host Maiken Scott interview guests live for her weekly science and health show.
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Listen 1:01EPA announces first federal restrictions on toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
Water providers will have a total of five years to test and treat their drinking water for PFAS.
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Listen 1:21Worried about eclipse damage to your eyes? Don’t panic
Eye damage is rare and sometimes temporary, but it never hurts to get it checked.
2 years ago
Trump declines to endorse a national abortion ban and says it should be left to the states
The former president routinely takes credit for appointing the Supreme Court justices who overturned Roe v. Wade, which he has called a “moral and unconstitutional atrocity."
2 years ago
Delaware Alzheimer’s deaths spike over last two decades amid gap in care
Delaware’s appeal to retirees may be one reason the state has seen such a sharp rise in Alzheimer's-related deaths.
2 years ago
Workers sue to overturn law that exempts Atlantic City casinos from indoor smoking ban
At Friday's rally, workers said they are employing new tactics to ban smoking in the casinos after thus far failing to convince legislators to do it.
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Delaware sees first decrease in drug overdose deaths in a decade
While the overall rate dropped, overdoses and drug use are rising in Black and Hispanic/Latino communities across the state.
2 years ago
Listen 1:04What to know about the risks of the bird flu outbreak
Bird flu is now showing up among dairy cows and at a major egg producer and one person who had close contact with cows has been infected.
2 years ago
WrestleMania in Philadelphia, Paul Offit – Tell Me When It’s Over, Eclipse
Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, The Rock and many more will be in town for the Super Bowl of Pro Wrestling - WrestleMania 40.
Air Date: April 4, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 49:36A year after pandemic rules end, Pa.’s Medicaid program has dropped by 500,000 people
Last April, more than 3.7 million people were enrolled in Pennsylvania’s Medicaid program. It has dropped to 3.2 million since renewals restarted.
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