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Astronomer DAVID LEVY. He's discovered 21 comets, both as an amateur and as part of a professional team. He discovered the comet that will crash into Jupiter on July 16th, and the comet is named after him. LEVY is a contributer to many astronomical magazines, and is the author of numerous books on astronomy. He has recently published "Quest for Comets: An Explosive Trail of beauty and Danger" (Plenum Press), and has another book "Skywatching" (Nature Company) forthcoming in July.(Originally broadcast 6

The Supreme Court ruled that race-conscious admissions are unconstitutional in a pair of cases involving Harvard University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Read the full opinion.

There's often a stigma when it comes to someone with autism. But everyone with autism is different, and there is no single set of behaviors specific to…

Some cancer patients choose to be open and public about their diagnosis and treatment. But others prefer to keep their struggle with the disease a secret…

A doctor or pharmacist may give a patient instructions on how to take prescription medication, but how to store that drug is not often discussed. This…

Microwave ovens have become a staple in American kitchens. But many people do not understand the science behind how they cook food. This week on WRVO's…

After virtually disappearing for years, bedbugs have returned as a public health issue in cities across the country. This week on WRVO's health and…

Earlier this year, the federal government withdrew its recommendation that Americans should floss their teeth twice a day. It turns out there's not much…

Many people try to increase their consumption of calcium to help prevent osteoperosis. But there has been some research that indicates that calcium…

Scientific evidence continues to grow about the negative impacts of consuming sugar. This week on WRVO's health and wellness show "Take Care," hosts…