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Samantha Wright
Verified
Idaho Matters Senior Producer, Boise State Public Radio
Boise
Beats
Cooking, Nightlife, Book Reviews, Florida, Food
Content
By Samantha Wright Verified| Idaho Matters@ They’re in your water, they’re on your pots and pans, they’re even on your clothes and in your carpet. They have a long chemical name, but you may know them as PFAS or forever chemicals, and they may be linked to everything from thyroid cancer to liver damage to osteoporosis and Type 2 diabetes in women. Now some governments are trying to slow the spread of these chemicals in our bodies and the environment with new regulations. Boise State Department of Chemistry Assistant Professor Jenée D.
By Samantha Wright Verified| Idaho Matters@ There are over , and 25 to 30 million people in the U.S. are fighting one of these diseases every day. Many of those affected are children who need extensive medical care, and many of them are treated at home by their parents and family. It’s a full-time job, and it can leave families struggling with simple, day-to-day tasks, like mowing the lawn or picking up groceries. An Idaho nonprofit is helping families pick up the slack as they care for their medically fragile kids.
By Samantha Wright Verified| Idaho Matters@ They’re in your water, they’re on your pots and pans, they’re even on your clothes and in your carpet. They have a long chemical name, but you may know them as PFAS or forever chemicals, and they may be linked to everything from thyroid cancer to liver damage to osteoporosis and Type 2 diabetes in women. Now some governments are trying to slow the spread of these chemicals in our bodies and the environment with new regulations. Boise State Department of Chemistry Assistant Professor Jenée D.
Company Info
Boise State Public Radio
Boise State Public Radio is a nonprofit public radio network based in Idaho, operating under Boise State University for over 45 years. As Idaho’s leading NPR-member station, it provides a mix of news, cultural programming, and music through more than 30 broadcast signals statewide. The network began in 1976 as a student-run FM station and became an NPR affiliate in 1988, expanding its reach significantly over the years, including a recent expansion to Lewiston and Pocatello. The station produces local journalism, including the weekday public affairs program *Idaho Matters*, and airs national NPR content. It is also known for its classical and jazz music programming, curated by local DJs. Boise State Public Radio offers digital streaming options through its app and smart speakers, along with archival content that highlights its history. The organization is primarily funded by listener donations and local business sponsorships, aiming to engage and empower communities across Idaho.
Boise, Idaho, United States
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