"genetic" Search Results (8 results)
A Tribal Perspective on Genetically Engineered Salmon
How might some people from cultures that have centered their diet and spirituality around salmon feel about genetically engineered salmon? KBCS News & Public Affairs Director, Sonya Green speaks with Rob Purser, Fisheries Director of the Suquami
Genetically Modified Crops and the Environment
According to recent study, more pesticides are being used than ever before on genetically modified, "Round-up Ready", corn crops and genetically modified cotton. Host Sean Donovan interviewed Dr. Chuck Benbrook, Faculty Member of Washington State U
Genetically Modified Foods
You know the saying, you are what you eat? Well what if you don’t know what’s in the food you’re eating? Genetically modified food (GMO's) is a hot topic of debate. What is genetically modified food? Is it good or harmful? In Washington State
What To Do If You Lose Your Vaccination Card
91.3 KBCS · 91.3KBCS 20211109 What To Do When You Lose Your Vax Card There’s been a lot of talk about the vaccine mandate to show proof of vaccination to your employer and to enter businesses and events… but what happens when you get vacci
Adverse Childhood Experiences and Long Term Health Impacts
A study on the impacts of adverse childhood experiences (ACE), including exposure to emotional, physical, sexual abuse, or household dysfunction on adult long term health was published in 1998. The study found a relationship of ACE exposure to incr
Snowshoe Hares Predated For Wearing White Out Of Season
By Tom Banse A fashion faux pas could be the worst consequence if you wear the wrong color for the season. But a new scientific paper finds much higher stakes when it comes to mismatched coat colors in the animal world. Researchers are studying s
The Impacts of Industrial Agriculture and GMO
Internationally renowned biodiversity and global-justice activist, author, and philosopher, Dr. Vandana Shiva was at Seattle's Town Hall in 2013 and shared her thoughts on the future of food. In this series, we address the issue of genetically modifi
General Election: November 5th, 2013
In King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties the last day to register to vote is October 28th. The 2013 general election is Tuesday, November 5th. You can vote: By mail. Ballots require first class postage and must be postmarked by November 5th.