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  • Pennsylvania records first 2 measles deaths in 35 years
    on August 25, 2026 at 10:08 pm

    Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.

  • The explosion of ticks and Alpha-gal syndrome
    on August 23, 2026 at 1:16 pm

    This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?

  • The explosion of ticks and Alpha-gal syndrome
    on August 23, 2026 at 1:16 pm

    This year, emergency room visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. Correspondent David […]

  • 8/23: Sunday Morning
    on August 23, 2026 at 1:00 pm

    Hosted by Steve Hartman. Featured: The explosion of tick bites and Alpha-gal syndrome; singer Kenny Chesney; botanist and bestselling author Robin Wall Kimmerer; origami artist Robert Lang; one artist's very quirky home; an iconic photo of Harlem […]

  • Olympic champ Jenny Simpson says running revealed her rare heart condition
    on August 22, 2026 at 6:32 pm

    Retired Olympic runner Jenny Simpson earned a slew of accolades for her performances in three Olympic Games — but two months ago, she nearly died after suffering a cardiac event. Simpson spoke with Errol Barnett about her diagnosis of […]

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