A woman buys toilet paper at a market in Mount Lebanon, Pa, on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020. Pennsylvania is strengthening its mask mandate and will require out-of-state travelers to test negative for the coronavirus before arrival. The state health secretary, Dr. Rachel Levine, said the new measures are in response to a sharp increase in infections and hospitalizations. She said Tuesday that masks are now required indoors wherever people from different households are gathered — even if they are physically distant. Like the rest of the nation, Pennsylvania has seen coronavirus infections explode in recent weeks.
Marquis Lupton is an On-Air Host/Producer for WITF. A graduate of Shippensburg University (undergrad), and graduate of Morgan State University (graduate), Lupton is happy to bring his unique delivery and background back to Central Pennsylvania. Previously, Marquis worked as a board operator and Club DJ for FM97 WLAN, and later decided to switch gears to pursue television. Switching from radio, Marquis got his start in television working for CNN as a control board operator for the Situation Room and later as an assistant field producer for CNN’s Pentagon Unit. Post-CNN, Lupton decided to get in front of the camera, and became a reporter/anchor making stops at CBS 21, WMDT ABC 47, and NBC 40 in Atlantic City. With a journalism career spanning over a decade, Lupton has had the opportunity to interview people like Sen. Corey Booker, former Gov. Chris Christie, Shaq, Oprah Winfrey, and a lengthy list of Senators, city council members, and State representatives. Marquis also ran a digital media company for 5 years, called TCP Media Group, which was a media company aimed at giving marginalized groups in Pennsylvania a voice. Marquis returned to radio in 2022, and is excited to be back “home” with radio.
Marquis is also a native of Lancaster, and a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School.
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A woman buys toilet paper at a market in Mount Lebanon, Pa, on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020. Pennsylvania is strengthening its mask mandate and will require out-of-state travelers to test negative for the coronavirus before arrival. The state health secretary, Dr. Rachel Levine, said the new measures are in response to a sharp increase in infections and hospitalizations. She said Tuesday that masks are now required indoors wherever people from different households are gathered — even if they are physically distant. Like the rest of the nation, Pennsylvania has seen coronavirus infections explode in recent weeks.
Toilet paper, a seemingly innocuous daily essential, may have unexpected negative effects on health, according to a thought-provoking monologue and panel discussion featuring Dr. Kimeka Campbell. The discourse delves into the potential downsides of this commonly used product. Despite its ubiquity, toilet paper, often treated with chemicals and fragrances, can lead to skin irritation and discomfort, particularly for individuals with sensitive skin or preexisting conditions.
The panel, led by Dr. Campbell, explores how excessive use of toilet paper may contribute to issues like anal fissures and hemorrhoids due to abrasive wiping practices. Additionally, the environmental impact of mass toilet paper consumption is discussed, shedding light on deforestation concerns and the carbon footprint associated with its production.
Dr. Campbell emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about alternative hygiene practices and sustainable choices, advocating for a more mindful approach to personal and environmental well-being. The monologue and panel discussion provide a platform for informed dialogue, urging individuals to reconsider their toiletry choices for the sake of both personal health and the planet. As society becomes more attuned to the unintended consequences of seemingly mundane habits, the conversation around the negative effects of toilet paper takes center stage, challenging conventional norms and encouraging a reevaluation of hygiene practices.
