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Extreme Fire Weather

Increasing wildfire fires due to extreme fire weather are unfortunately becoming the norm for several Californians. KCSB’s Yulene Teagle takes a closer look at the study conducted by researchers Danielle Touma and Samantha Stevenson as they take into account the anthropogenic factors that…

health & science national & international news February 10, 2021

The Pre-Existing Conditions and Long Term Consequences of COVID-19

KCSB News and Sports · The Pre-Existing Conditions and Long Term Consequences of COVID-19 Black and Hispanic individuals in the U.S. are more susceptible to the effects of COVID-19. KCSB’s Yulene Teagle takes a closer look on how the lasting effects impact these survivors.

health & science national & international news February 10, 2021

Dangerous Heat, Unequal Consequences

KCSB News and Sports · Dangerous Heat, Unequal Consequences Both Florida and Arizona are seeing some of the nation’s highest summertime temperatures, deeply and disproportionately affecting minority communities. KCSB’s Lekha Sapers delves into the root causes of this disparity.

central coast health & science news February 10, 2021

A Santa Barbara County Resident’s Experience with the COVID-19 Vaccine

KCSB News and Sports · A Santa Barbara County Resident's Experience with the COVID-19 Vaccine The COVID vaccine is considered a ray of hope for a lot of residents who think the two shots could help life get back to normal. For now, only…

central coast current affairs health & science national & international news January 12, 2021

How the Coronavirus Vaccine Works with Dr. Henning Ansorg

KCSB News and Sports · How the Coronavirus Vaccine Works with Dr. Henning Ansorg As Santa Barbara County reported the highest number of coronavirus cases since the pandemic began on Monday, at 360 cases, the first batch of coronavirus vaccines have arrived in the…

current affairs health & science national & international news January 12, 2021

The Link Between Affordable Healthcare and the Climate Crisis

KCSB News and Sports · The Link Between Affordable Healthcare and the Climate Crisis A study by UCSB researchers have found that there is a strong link between improving healthcare and reducing carbon emissions. KCSB’s Mylee Sumoge has a report.

current affairs health & science news January 12, 2021

A High School Student’s Experience with COVID-19

KCSB News and Sports · A High School Student's Experience of COVID-19 As our neighbors in Ventura and San Luis Obispo county see higher daily rates of COVID cases, we remind Santa Barbara to stay safe and take precaution. KCSB's Kali Acquaah spoke to…

current affairs health & science news January 12, 2021

How California COVID Notify Works

KCSB News and Sports · How California COVID Notify Works The California COVID Notify app is allowing students on UC campuses to keep track of possible COVID-19 exposures. Using Bluetooth technology, users can anonymously exchange info on whether they have been diagnosed with COVID-19…

health & science national & international news July 29, 2020

How Negative Stereotypes Can Affect Brain Function

"A lot of racial and ethnic dynamics are bigger than particular individuals right now, so there's systemic issues that have to be addressed through the political system, the legal system, and putting the burden on specific individuals to fight these issues is a…

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The Beloved Community of IV COVID Campaign

KCSB-FM is supporting The Beloved Community of Isla Vista in their COVID-19 messaging campaign. They are urging community members to take care of themselves and neighbors by wearing masks and observing physical distancing. Among other things, the novel coronavirus messaging campaign will showcase colorful…

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