Elizabeth Fiedler
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Philadelphia, PA, United States
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Adjusting to two new identities: mother and cancer survivor —
Jenny Leyh was 28 weeks pregnant when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. → Read More
In the meat industry, cellular agriculture is a new frontier —
Scientists are creating meat without killing animals. → Read More
Concerned about rise in Lyme Disease, scientists advise protection —
Most cases are in Northeast and Midwest U.S. → Read More
With scientific breakthrough, researchers see AIDS cure on horizon —
In a significant scientific breakthrough, Temple University researchers have successfully removed HIV from human immune cells. → Read More
Health hazards lurk in home kitchens, Drexel study finds —
When you head home after work and whip up dinner for your family, you could be dishing out food-borne illnesses with that roasted chicken and salad. A recent Drexel University study depicted... → Read More
Lack of doctors puts rural mothers and babies at risk —
Shawnee Baker was in labor — and her husband was trying his best to get her to the hospital in time. As they bumped along country roads, she imagined frightening scenarios, and giving birth to... → Read More
Peacock research may offer clues to diagnosing, treating human disorders —
A University of Pennsylvania researcher hopes his new study on peacocks could offer insight into humans. → Read More
Renewable energy jobs bring new life to old coal towns —
In some former coal towns, residents continue to hold tight to that economy and identity. → Read More
Health experts work hard to counter anti-vaccine activism —
One of the first, big decisions parents have to make is whether or not to vaccinate their child. → Read More
Driverless cars — a pubic health benefit? —
When we think about public health epidemics, smoking, environmental pollution and even gun violence come to mind. But what about driverless cars? → Read More
Driverless cars — a public health benefit? —
When we think about public health epidemics, smoking, environmental pollution and even gun violence come to mind. But what about driverless cars? → Read More
To sign or not to sign? That's the question facing deaf children
The invention of cochlear implants and other technologies have given many deaf and hard-of-hearing adults and children the option to hear. What, then, becomes of sign language? → Read More
The science behind why we love Escape The Room games
For a fee, you and a handful of friends, or coworkers, can escape from a medieval torture chamber, or a CDC laboratory, or 'The 80s.' The question is, why do we look for situations to escape... → Read More
Machines In SEPTA's Gleaming New Station Have No Use For Tokens
The newly-renovated SEPTA entrance by Philadelphia City Hall is an eye-catching gem. → Read More
Comedian Fights for Philly Diner
A beloved all-hours Center City diner is slated to close -- to make way for a luxury hotel. Now a comedian best known for his work on 'The Daily Show' is fighting to keep Little Pete's at 17th and Chancellor... → Read More
'TempleTown' Removed From Map
In recent years, more and more college students have moved to the blocks around Temple University. Just don't call it "TempleTown." → Read More
Camden Law Enforcement Offers Prostitutes A Way Out
Crime in Camden, New Jersey, is down. Police have received national attention for their efforts to combat violence in the troubled city. But it's not just homicides and shootings keeping law enforcement → Read More
Main Line School: No Heading Soccer Ball
A private Main Line school is taking dramatic steps to protect its student athletes. → Read More
Before it Gets Bad Enough to Call the Cops, Call Us
A Philadelphia anti-violence group wants residents to call it if they think a fight could be brewing. → Read More
Wanna Catch a Philly Cab? There's an App for That
Gone are the days of standing on the corner with your arm outstretched, trying to hail a taxi. Or at least these days, there's another way — apps. → Read More