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‘Fine’ is a matter of definition. Do surgeons downplay recovery times?
“How long until I feel normal again?” In this week’s “Pain in the Neck” segment, we attempt to interpret do ...
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ListenBlack Bodies in Propaganda: The Art of the War Poster
Art of Life — Produced by Karen Smyles Propaganda is used to mobilize people in times of war. Black Bodies in Propaganda: The ...
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Christmas season a lull for Northern Liberties tattoo artist
We’re in the thick of the holiday season and every shop in the city says their product or service would make the perfect gift for y ...
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ListenSandy grant data suggests racial disparities
Black and Latino applicants for Sandy aid in New Jersey are more likely to be rejected for recovery grants than white applicants, accordi ...
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ListenLocal architect and lover of historic small spaces publishes photo book
Whether your new to the region or a lifelong Philadelphian, the city as you’ve likely never seen it before is depicted in the work ...
12 years ago
ListenLettuce, the new secret weapon for making vaccines cheaper in the developing world?
One scientist’s quest to make vaccines and other medications more available in developing countries leads him to turn over an unlik ...
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ListenChester County sustainable mushroom farm takes a dirt-free approach to mycology
Instead of strolling through pastures, let’s go down into the basement — a very spotless and sterile basement — to tour Woodlan ...
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ListenThis week in science: Dyslexia, Mars & Alzheimer’s
The Scientist’s Kerry Grens tells us about new dyslexia findings, a lake found on Mars and a possible link between lead exposure an ...
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ListenThe MRI is a source of anxiety — and musical inspiration
It’s claustrophobic; it’s noisy. Having an MRI causes some folks anxiety. But many have found ways to cope with the test thro ...
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ListenAbington firm conducts digital scan of Lincoln Memorial
Abington forensic consulting firm DJS Associates is making a digital model of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. this week. ...
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ListenTodd Bernstein – then a poll watcher – recalls the ’94 South African election
We here at NewsWorks Tonight have spoken before with Todd Bernstein, founder of the annual Martin Luther King Day of Service. Littl ...
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ListenExotic Mushrooms Art of Food — Produced by Monica Rogozinski This month Art of Food takes a trip outside the c ...
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Tips on how to navigate this region’s health insurance exchanges
If figuring out how to navigate the new health insurance exchanges has your head spinning, know this: You have lots of company.&nbs ...
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Philly-area firm leads the hospital-bill fight vs. the $500 Tylenol
Medical bills are expensive and really hard to understand. The Pulse talks with a few people who are trying to change the way it’s ...
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