Dr. Chadi Nabhan, MD, MBA, FACP joins Lisa Wexler to discuss his new book: THE CANCER JOURNEY Understanding Diagnosis, Treatment, Recovery, and Prevention.
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Melissa in the Morning: Covid and Diabetes
A newly-published report says there’s a likely link between COVID and diabetes. It suggests the virus is creating inflammation in the pancreas. Baylor infectious disease expert Dr. Peter Hotez says this study comes as a growing number of parents question the impact of COVID on kids and aren’t getting them vaccinated. We asked Dr. Browne about the credibility of the study. We also looked at the recent announcement from The U.S. Postal Service, restarting its free at-home COVID-19 tests offer by the end of the month.
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Melissa in the Morning: Vape Detection Technology
Vaping has continued to be a real health concern for young people in America. Right now, national statistics show close to 6% of middle and high school students are using e-cigarettes regularly. While there are a lot of efforts to combat vape-use among pre-teens and teens, one company founded by young adults, has created vape-detection technology. We spoke with Garrison Pathemore, co-founder of Triton Sensors, to learn more now that six Connecticut school districts have adopted the technology this year.
For more information: https://tritonsensors.com/
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CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Turn Down The Rhetoric?
Host Paul Pacelli opened Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with news of another major political figure failing to “turn down the political rhetoric” in this election season (00:38). Blogger and columnist Chris Powell dropped by to discuss whether or not any books are really “banned” in Connecticut or in the U.S. (06:18). Hearst Connecticut Media columnist and senior editor Dan Haar joined us to chat about the continued power issues in the state and rumors that New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart might be eyeing the governor’s mansion in 2026 (14:10)
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The Lisa Wexler Show – Welcome To WICC Bridget Quinn!
Bridget Quinn stops in on The Lisa Wexler Show to introduce her new WICC show Newsline with Bridget Quinn M-F 12p – 2p.
Melissa in the Morning: One Month Later
President Joe Biden issued a major disaster declaration for Fairfield, Litchfield and New Haven counties from the historic August 18th flooding. The approval of the disaster request makes relief funding available to affected individuals to cover temporary housing and home repairs and provide homeowners low interest loans to cover uninsured property losses. We spoke with Oxford First Selectman George Temple about the turnaround help since the deadly flood rocked his town.
To support Oxford flood victims: https://www.oxford-ct.gov/home/bulletins/oxford-flood-victims-fund
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Melissa in the Morning: Sleep Deprivation
Only a few weeks into the new school year and health experts are sounding the alarm about sleep deprivation for students. According to the CDC, more than 57% of middle school students, 72% of high school students and 75% of college students are not getting enough sleep nationwide. Wellness coach, Amy Llinas, gave us advice on how to help our kids catch more z’s and the impact of naps during the day.
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Melissa in the Morning: “We’re Taking Over”
Have you seen more spotted lantern flies in Connecticut lately? Scientists say, you’re not crazy. Experts at The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station have been getting an influx of public sightings of the insects, especially in Milford. Connecticut’s State Entimologist, Victoria Smith, explained why the invasive bug is popping up more than ever.
For more information: https://portal.ct.gov/caes/caps/caps/spotted-lanternfly—slf
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Melissa in the Morning: We have a Receiver!
Attorney Barry Knott has been appointed to be the financial receiver for Success Village. A Superior Court judge has granted Knott full and total control of the 924-unit complex housing more than two-thousand people between Bridgeport and Stratford. We got reaction from Bridgeport Chief Administrative Officer, Tom Guadett, who previously said a receivership was the only path forward to help residents out!
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Melissa in the Morning: Carnival Goldfish Ban
Starting October first, the days of winning goldfish as a carnival prize will be illegal in Connecticut. We spoke with CT Department of Consumer Protection Commissioner, Bryan Cafferelli, about the law and we asked him about the launch of a new DCP newsletter.
To sign up for the monthly DCP Newsletter: https://portal.ct.gov/dcp/newsletters?language=en_US
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