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Living on Earth: Beyond the Headlines
Air Date: Week of February 26, 2021 stream/download this segment as an MP3 file The black footed ferret became one…
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Canada Catches Up in the Race to Produce Zero-Emission Vehicles
Public health measures to restrain the coronavirus pandemic have been brutal to many industries and the people who work in…
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Falling sperm counts ‘threaten human survival’, expert warns
Falling sperm counts and changes to sexual development are “threatening human survival” and leading to a fertility crisis, a leading…
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House passes $1.9T COVID-19 relief package that temporarily boosts ACA subsidies, expands Medicaid
The House passed an enormous $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package that boosts subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans and gives…
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7 YouTube Gardening and Plant Channels to Help Your Green Thumb Thrive
Plant parenthood has taken flight during the pandemic, but many of us are merely watching in awe as indoor plants…
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A 15-Minute Bodyweight Cardio Workout You’ll Actually Look Forward To
Whether you need a burst of energy in the morning, to clear your head midday, or a stress-reliever in the…
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Climate Change is Weakening the Ocean Currents That Shape Weather on Both Sides of the Atlantic – Inside Climate News
Since the end of the last ice age, a swirling system of ocean-spanning currents has churned consistently in the Atlantic,…
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Further delay feared as ‘like-minded’ countries resist online climate negotiations
Major developing countries oppose calls to hold preparatory climate negotiations online in June, citing connectivity and time zone concerns Climate…
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Natural gas exporters race to have the least polluting fossil fuels
A big U.S. liquefied natural gas exporter will start giving customers detailed info about the greenhouse gas footprint of its…
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Antarctic stunner: Mysterious creatures discovered under a half mile of ice
The animals were found in a remote drill site on the Filchner-Ronne Ice Shelf.British Antarctic Survey Let our journalists help…
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Thousands without adequate plumbing could be helped by minimum codes – BizNewsPost
73 NC counties lack any minimum housing code, which the state doesn’t require. Tenants may have little recourse, and conditions…
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Fat cells may influence how the body reacts to heart failure: Promising results in mice open door to new areas of research in treating patients with heart failure.
University of Alberta researchers have found that limiting the amount of fat the body releases into the bloodstream from fat…
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Effective treatment for insomnia delivered in a few short phone calls
Insomnia — trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or waking up too early — is a common condition in older adults.…
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You’ve got to move it, move it: Prospective study finds light activity, such as gardening or walking, preserves women’s mobility during aging
One in four women over age 65 is unable to walk two blocks or climb a flight of stairs. Known…
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Should I Get the Vaccine if I’ve Already Had COVID-19 — and Would My Side Effects Be Worse?
Q: If I’ve already had COVID-19, do I need to get vaccinated? If so, why, and what should I expect?…
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Seeing schizophrenia: X-rays shed light on neural differences, point toward treatment
Schizophrenia, a chronic, neurological brain disorder, affects millions of people around the world. It causes a fracture between a person’s…
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13 of the Best Vegetarian and Vegan Protein Sources
When you think of protein, a big piece of steak or an omelet with bacon might come to mind. Cleveland…
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Researchers identify ‘violent’ processes that cause wheezing in the lungs: Results could lead to better diagnosis and treatment of respiratory disease
A team of engineers has identified the ‘violent’ physical processes at work inside the lungs which cause wheezing, a condition…
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Top 10 Questions Answered About Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a serious problem, but many myths and misconceptions persist about the condition, says urologist Daniel Shoskes, MD.…
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Open data on malaria genomes will help combat drug resistance: This release represents the world’s largest resource of genomic data on malaria parasite evolution and drug resistance
Genome variation data on more than 7,000 malaria parasites from 28 endemic countries is released today (24 February) in Wellcome…
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Jennifer Granholm is confirmed as energy secretary.
The Senate confirmed Jennifer M. Granholm to be energy secretary on Thursday, positioning the former governor of Michigan to play…
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10 Unusual Symptoms of COVID-19
By now, we know the symptoms of COVID-19 to watch for: Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising…
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Sound-frequency map for inner ear created with advanced X-ray technology
Researchers at Uppsala University have created the first 3D map of the hearing nerve showing where the various sound frequencies…
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For Travel, a Sustainable Comeback?
Tomorrow’s Air, a new climate action group incubated by the Adventure Travel Trade Association, is taking a different tack, both…
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What’s the Difference Between Soluble and Insoluble Fiber?
It’s best known for keeping your internal plumbing clear, but did you know that fiber actually has health benefits that…
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Treating rheumatoid arthritis with micromotors
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder marked by joint pain, swelling and damage. Although medications, such as steroids, anti-inflammatory…
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Children Are Consuming Hand Sanitizer. Here’s How to Keep Them Safe.
Alcohol-based hand sanitizer became a must-have item during the pandemic. But as sales jumped and families stocked up, poison control…
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Have You Heard of These 5 Heart Attack Risk Factors?
Most people know about common risk factors for heart attack, including smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity and lack of exercise. These tend…
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New vaccine needed for serious childhood pneumonia
A UNSW Sydney-led medical research team has called for a new vaccine, improved strategies and enhanced monitoring to combat serious…
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The Coronavirus Is Threatening a Comeback. Here’s How to Stop It.
Across the United States, and the world, the coronavirus seems to be loosening its stranglehold. The deadly curve of cases,…
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Heart Health Formula Vitamins — Are They Good For You?
There are a lot of vitamins out there that claim to promote heart health. So it’s no surprise that people are wondering if they should…
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Signal coupling between neuron-glia super-network may lead to improved memory formation
Tohoku University scientists have shown that neuronal and glial circuits form a loosely coupled super-network within the brain. Activation of…
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Scientists see stronger evidence of slowing Atlantic Ocean circulation, an ‘Achilles’ heel’ of the climate
The new research applies a statistical analysis to show that those measures are in sync and that nine out of…
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Recipe: Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls
Every once in a while, along comes a list of ingredients for a recipe that makes you scratch your head…
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Exposure to superbacteria among visitors to the tropics proved more extensive than thought
Before the corona pandemic, tens of millions international travellers annually headed to the tropics, getting exposed to local intestinal bacteria.…
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It looks like the Batmobile, works on solar energy, and could be the future of cars
The dream began in 1955, with a tiny, toylike creation called the “Sunmobile.” Built from balsa wood and hobby shop…
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Why You Should Get a Colonoscopy (Even When You Don’t Want To)
Taking the time to have a colonoscopy isn’t everybody’s idea of a good time, but it is an important half…
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Most women receive inappropriate treatment for urinary tract infections
Nearly half of women with uncomplicated urinary tract infections received the wrong antibiotics and almost three-quarters received prescriptions for longer…
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Opinion | Why Senate Republicans fear Deb Haaland
At her confirmation hearing this week, Haaland, a tribal citizen of the Laguna Pueblo, introduced herself in her family’s Keres…
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Already Vaccinated? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Stop Wearing Your Face Mask Yet
As more and more people become fully vaccinated, many are wondering when life will return to normal. But before you…
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Under climate stress, human innovation set stage for population surge: Research highlights importance of social resilience in Bronze Age China
Climate alone is not a driver for human behavior. The choices that people make in the face of changing conditions…
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18 R.D.s Share Their Absolute Favorite Foods From Their Cultures
I generally whip it up in my Instant Pot—I throw in a chicken carcass from my freezer, then add a…
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Missteps in L.A.’s Pandemic Response Left Disadvantaged Communities Behind
As Los Angeles’ COVID-19 winter surge hit its deadly peak last December, the county government launched a new initiative meant…
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Are There Any Health Benefits to Drinking a Gallon of Water a Day?
You’ve likely seen someone lugging around a gallon of water at the gym, school or work before. And sure, you…
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A weak heart makes a suffering brain: Evidence of disturbed gene activity in the brain as a result of heart problems
Heart problems cause disturbed gene activity in the brain’s memory center, from which cognitive deficits arise. Researchers at the German…
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How Every Single Participant in This Cycling Class Got COVID-19
This week, new research provides a stark reminder that COVID-19 and the gym don’t mix particularly well. Indoor group fitness…
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Congress on Track to Approve Millions More in Federal Funding for Water Debt Relief – Circle of Blue
First-ever federal program for household water-bill assistance could see another $500 million. The U.S. Capitol Building, in Washington D.C. Photo…
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Is It Normal to Lose Your Period Because of Exercise?
You’ve lost some weight, and you’re dedicated to shedding those last 10 pounds. So you step up your workout, hitting…
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Genes identified that increase the risk of obesity but also protect against disease
People living with obesity tend to have unhealthy glucose and lipid levels in their blood, as well as high blood…
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6 Ways Real People Manage Hidradenitis Suppurativa Armpit Flare-Ups
If you have hidradenitis suppurativa, you’re probably well acquainted with hidradenitis suppurativa armpit flare-ups. This chronic skin disease results in…
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