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David Kertzer is the author of The Popes Against the Jews: The Vatican's Role in the Rise of Modern Anti-Semitism (Knopf). In the book he focuses on the time period from Napoleon to Hitler, and how "traditional" Catholic forms of dealing with Jews became transformed into modern anti-Semitism. Kertzer is Paul Dupee, Jr. University Professor of Social Science and a professor of anthropology and Italian Studies at Brown University. He's also the author of The Kidnapping of Edgardo Mortara about a 6-year-old Jewish boy in Italy who in 1858 was taken from his family, secretly baptized, and sent to live in a Catholic household.

Often when there's a big snowstorm, reports of weather-related injuries -- and even deaths -- make the news. This week on WRVO's health and wellness show…

Psychologists and researchers are increasingly coming to understand the idea that some people are more sensitive than others to things like noises, smells…

As we age, many of us may find that our memory is not what it used to be. But is there anything we can do to change that? This week on WRVO's health and…

More young adults go without health insurance than any other age group. The Affordable Care Act made it possible for anyone up to age 26 to stay on his or…

Prenatal genetic testing used to only be given to pregnant women with risk factors and those over age 35. But now, with new non-invasive procedures, new…

Treating cancer is only half the battle. For many patients, paying for that treatment can be just as difficult. This week on WRVO's health and wellness…

Many of us think of spices as just ingredients for cooking. But for centuries, some have believed in their medicinal powers. And science is proving some…

Technology is transforming many aspects of medicine -- including psychotherapy. Online talk therapy is a growing business. But is it as effective as…

A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck the Bay Area of California early Sunday morning. The quake caused some injuries and heavy damage to buildings, particularly in Napa.