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Last updated 5:04PM ET
November 20, 2009
November 20, 2009
Science
Science
If Spouse Gets Sick, Men More Likely to Leave
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-11)
There's new scientific evidence about a difference between the sexes. A Seattle researcher has found that when a major illness strikes, men tend to abandon their marriages more readily than women. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Seattle, WA
(2009-11-11)
There's new scientific evidence about a difference between the sexes. A Seattle researcher has found that when a major illness strikes, men tend to abandon their marriages more readily than women. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Flu Vaccine in Pharmacies in King County
Seattle
(2009-11-09)
King County is trying a new way of getting the H1N1 swine flu vaccine out to those who need it most: put it in the neighborhood pharmacy. KPLU's Liam Moriarty went to a drugstore in Seattle's Rainier Valley neighborhood to see how that's working out.
Seattle
(2009-11-09)
King County is trying a new way of getting the H1N1 swine flu vaccine out to those who need it most: put it in the neighborhood pharmacy. KPLU's Liam Moriarty went to a drugstore in Seattle's Rainier Valley neighborhood to see how that's working out.
Flu Vaccine For High-Risk, Low-Income
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-20)
Some people with the highest risk of serious illness from swine flu are also low-income. They may not have health insurance or easy access to the vaccine. So King County is opening four special vaccine clinics to serve them. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-20)
Some people with the highest risk of serious illness from swine flu are also low-income. They may not have health insurance or easy access to the vaccine. So King County is opening four special vaccine clinics to serve them. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Swine Flu Starting To Hit Hard
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-20)
The resurgence of swine flu is underway in Washington. So far, it appears to be impacting teenagers and children more than adults. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-20)
The resurgence of swine flu is underway in Washington. So far, it appears to be impacting teenagers and children more than adults. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Vaccine for Swine Flu to Arrive Soon
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-02)
If you've managed to keep your kids free of swine flu so far, you have just a couple more weeks to hold out. The first vaccine shipments begin arriving next week. More details from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-02)
If you've managed to keep your kids free of swine flu so far, you have just a couple more weeks to hold out. The first vaccine shipments begin arriving next week. More details from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Swine Flu Vaccine Shipments On The Way
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-01)
If you're worried about getting swine flu, it looks like the first shipments of a vaccine to prevent it will arrive next week. Certain high priority groups will get the first batches. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld has more:
Seattle, WA
(2009-10-01)
If you're worried about getting swine flu, it looks like the first shipments of a vaccine to prevent it will arrive next week. Certain high priority groups will get the first batches. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld has more:
MIT Tracking Trash
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-24)
One of the world's largest garbage companies is airing its dirty laundry. Waste Management has provided seed money to researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to find out where the trash goes after you toss it in the bin. Eager volunteers are a big part of the picture - including KPLU's very own Bellamy Pailthorp.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-24)
One of the world's largest garbage companies is airing its dirty laundry. Waste Management has provided seed money to researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to find out where the trash goes after you toss it in the bin. Eager volunteers are a big part of the picture - including KPLU's very own Bellamy Pailthorp.
Science Bus Hits the Road
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-22)
It was an exciting day for 4th and 5th-graders at Seattle's Northgate Elementary School. On Tuesday, they learned how to extract their own DNA, out of a wad of spit. The lesson came courtesy of a brand-new traveling science lab. KPLU's Keith Seinfeld was there.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-22)
It was an exciting day for 4th and 5th-graders at Seattle's Northgate Elementary School. On Tuesday, they learned how to extract their own DNA, out of a wad of spit. The lesson came courtesy of a brand-new traveling science lab. KPLU's Keith Seinfeld was there.
Scientists Fix Color Blindness in Monkeys
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-16)
Scientists from the University of Washington working on color-blindness have achieved a magical breakthrough. They've given full-color vision to adult monkeys that were born color-blind. As KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains, success with monkeys may translate directly to humans.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-16)
Scientists from the University of Washington working on color-blindness have achieved a magical breakthrough. They've given full-color vision to adult monkeys that were born color-blind. As KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains, success with monkeys may translate directly to humans.
Have Swine Flu, Should I Call a Doctor? Maybe Not
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-13)
With swine flu numbers starting to rise again, health officials are asking the public not to over-react. Doctors and hospitals are concerned they could be overwhelmed by people seeking advice when they don't really need it. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-13)
With swine flu numbers starting to rise again, health officials are asking the public not to over-react. Doctors and hospitals are concerned they could be overwhelmed by people seeking advice when they don't really need it. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld explains:
Swine Flu Vaccine Could Be Major Help, If It Were Ready
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-10)
The vaccine against the H1N1 (swine) flu could virtually stop the epidemic in its tracks, if it were ready in time. That's according to a new study by Seattle researchers. But, it's likely the first wave of illness will sweep through schools before vaccine shipments arrive later in October. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-10)
The vaccine against the H1N1 (swine) flu could virtually stop the epidemic in its tracks, if it were ready in time. That's according to a new study by Seattle researchers. But, it's likely the first wave of illness will sweep through schools before vaccine shipments arrive later in October. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
What Babies' Brains Tell Us About the Human Mind
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-09)
Any new parent will tell you how amazing babies are. Well, scientists are finally catching up. They're confirming that babies are in fact doing things with their brains that previously were thought to come much later in development. One of the leading researchers is psychologist Alison Gopnik. She's speaking in Seattle [Wednesday night] and KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld talked to her about her new book, The Philosophical Baby:
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-09)
Any new parent will tell you how amazing babies are. Well, scientists are finally catching up. They're confirming that babies are in fact doing things with their brains that previously were thought to come much later in development. One of the leading researchers is psychologist Alison Gopnik. She's speaking in Seattle [Wednesday night] and KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld talked to her about her new book, The Philosophical Baby:
Assisted Suicide Deaths
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-08)
Washington's assisted suicide law has been in effect for 6 months. An advocacy group for the law says 11 patients have used medication to end their lives. KPLU's Paula Wissel reports.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-08)
Washington's assisted suicide law has been in effect for 6 months. An advocacy group for the law says 11 patients have used medication to end their lives. KPLU's Paula Wissel reports.
How "Death with Dignity Act" is Working
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-08)
The so-called "Death with Dignity Act" has been the law in Washington state for 6 months. Proponents say it is accomplishing what they wanted it to by letting terminally ill patients die more peacefully. KPLU's Paula Wissel has this profile of one woman who says she's benefiting from the law.
Seattle, WA
(2009-09-08)
The so-called "Death with Dignity Act" has been the law in Washington state for 6 months. Proponents say it is accomplishing what they wanted it to by letting terminally ill patients die more peacefully. KPLU's Paula Wissel has this profile of one woman who says she's benefiting from the law.
Track Your Trash with MIT and the Seattle Library
Seattle, WA
(2009-08-25)
Have you ever wondered what happens to that candy-bar wrapper or paper cup after you toss it into the trash bin? You can soon find out. Seattle Public Library is collaborating with a lab at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to track local trash.
KPLU's Bellamy Pailthorp has the story.
Seattle, WA
(2009-08-25)
Have you ever wondered what happens to that candy-bar wrapper or paper cup after you toss it into the trash bin? You can soon find out. Seattle Public Library is collaborating with a lab at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to track local trash.
KPLU's Bellamy Pailthorp has the story.
Avoiding Surprises on Giant Tunnel Project
Seattle, WA
(2009-08-23)
Drilling machines are on the streets of downtown Seattle - testing the soils beneath the city. It's an early step toward construction of a massive tunnel to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld has the story:
Seattle, WA
(2009-08-23)
Drilling machines are on the streets of downtown Seattle - testing the soils beneath the city. It's an early step toward construction of a massive tunnel to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct. KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld has the story:
When The Doctor Calls And It's Good News
Seattle, WA
(2009-08-14)
When President Obama and other Democrats talk about changing the health care system, one phrase that comes up is "medical home." It's an attempt to reinvent primary care medicine and reward doctors who practice preventive care.
Temperatures Shatter Records Across Western Washington
Seattle, WA
(2009-07-29)
Around 2:30 pm on Wednesday, July 29th, temperatures climbed to 102 degrees at SeaTac Airport - breaking the record for Seattle's highest temperature ever recorded. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Seattle, WA
(2009-07-29)
Around 2:30 pm on Wednesday, July 29th, temperatures climbed to 102 degrees at SeaTac Airport - breaking the record for Seattle's highest temperature ever recorded. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld:
Wading Pools Go Dry
Seattle, WA
(2009-07-27)
With temperatures climbing into the 90s, there's nothing better than a dip in the pool. But in a lot of Seattle neighborhoods, a kid looking for a wading pool to cool off in is out of luck. Nearly half of the city's wading pools are closed. KPLU's Paula Wissel explains.
Seattle, WA
(2009-07-27)
With temperatures climbing into the 90s, there's nothing better than a dip in the pool. But in a lot of Seattle neighborhoods, a kid looking for a wading pool to cool off in is out of luck. Nearly half of the city's wading pools are closed. KPLU's Paula Wissel explains.
Swine Flu Vaccine to be Tested in Seattle
Seattle, WA
(2009-07-22)
If you live in the Seattle area, you'll have the chance to be first in line for a vaccine against the swine flu. The only catch is, you won't know how well it works. Group Health is one of eight centers around the country running tests of the new vaccine, starting in August. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld.
Seattle, WA
(2009-07-22)
If you live in the Seattle area, you'll have the chance to be first in line for a vaccine against the swine flu. The only catch is, you won't know how well it works. Group Health is one of eight centers around the country running tests of the new vaccine, starting in August. More from KPLU science and health reporter Keith Seinfeld.
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