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Dr. Jay Bhattacharya speaking into a microphone
Politics & Policy

Trump turns to critic of COVID mandates to run NIH

Early in the pandemic, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford health researcher, argued against lockdowns and focusing on people at highest risk.

1 month ago

Cows on a farm
Science

Pennsylvania mandates ‘precautionary’ testing of dairy farm milk for avian influenza

Testing samples will be taken about every two weeks from tankers that are transporting dairy farm milk to processing plants.

1 month ago

Erica Hayes
Health
NPR

Long COVID patients push to see federal research refocused on treatments

The federal government has allocated $1.15 billion so far on long COVID research, without bringing any new treatments to market.

1 month ago

In 2023, the turkeys on Erica Sawatzke’s farm contracted highly pathogenic avian influenza, a deadly bird flu virus that has been spreading across the U.S. in recent years. (Courtesy of Erica Sawatzke)
The Pulse
Health

How a turkey farmer dealt with an avian flu outbreak on Thanksgiving

The bird flu virus continues to spread around the world, including in mammals like cows. Scientists are worried it could become a human virus.

1 month ago

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Workers tend to crops at one of the Farm's two indoor growing sites
Community

‘It’s outrageous’: Medical marijuana provider has Delaware’s approval for new store, but gets blocked by Sussex County

The Office of Medical Marijuana approved the site off a rural highway in southern Delaware, but the plan got derailed by county law that advocates call a “total ban.”

1 month ago

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a boat driving in the bay
Weather

Human waste has been detected in Southern Delaware waterways. Home septic systems may be to blame

Homeowners are not required to inspect their septic systems until they sell their home, meaning deteriorating systems could go unnoticed.

1 month ago

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Dr. Mehmet Oz, then the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, visits the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 91 in West Homestead, Pa., Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Politics & Policy

What to know about Dr. Mehmet Oz, Trump’s pick to lead Medicare and Medicaid

Oz unsuccessfully ran for Senate in Pennsylvania as a Republican in 2022 and as a an outspoken supporter of Trump.

1 month ago

FILE - Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks to reporters at the Nassau County Supreme Court in Mineola, N.Y. on Aug. 21, 2024. (AP Photo/Stefan Jeremiah, Pool)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

RFK’s promise to ‘Make America Healthy Again’

Why has Trump's presumptive HHS nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s message on vaccines, pharmaceuticals and ultraprocessed foods resonated with so many Americans?

Air Date: November 19, 2024 12:00 pm

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iHealth at-home test
Health
NPR

Is it the flu or is it COVID? One at-home test can tell you

If you've got a fever, cough, aches and pains, and you're wondering, "What virus got me this time?" Now you can find out, without taking a trip to the doctor.

1 month ago

Anh Nguyen prepares to administer a COVID-19 vaccine
Health

Prevent illness, support behavioral health and avoid injuries: How to stay healthy through the holidays

Protect yourself from respiratory viruses, foodborne illnesses and accidents, and find support for mental and behavioral health conditions.

1 month ago

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With RFK Jr.'s nomination for HHS secretary, he may have the opportunity to push forward the agenda of his 'Make American Healthy Again' movement. (Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)
Health
NPR

RFK Jr. wants to ‘Make America Healthy Again.’ He could face a lot of pushback

MAHA has set its sights on big food and big pharma, arguing that these industries use lobbying power to maximize profits at the expense of the country's health.

1 month ago

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., speaks before Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally at Madison Square Garden, Oct. 27, 2024, in New York.
Politics & Policy

What to know about Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump’s pick for health secretary

Here's a look at Kennedy and the agency he'll be tasked with leading.

1 month ago

Mifepristone pills
Health

Birth control and abortion pill requests have surged since Trump won the election

Anti-abortion advocates are pressing Trump for more restrictions on abortion pills.

2 months ago

An aerial view of a massive fire on Ruth Street in Kensington.
Community
6abc

Multi-alarm fire in the Kensington section of Philadelphia now under control

Ongoing drought conditions have led to increased fire risk in the Philly region.

2 months ago

Donald Trump standing in sight of multiple U.S. flags
Health

Pa. abortion providers, legal experts look at what’s ahead for reproductive rights under a second Trump term

Health providers and legal experts say changes to federal funding, insurance coverage and federal law during Trump’s first presidency could foretell what’s to come.

2 months ago

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