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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal regulators are exploring whether testosterone replacement therapy could be expanded to treat low libido in certain men, a move that could broaden access to treatment for …
FDA Signals Potential Expansion of Testosterone Therapy Use Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal health officials are launching a $4 million national competition aimed at increasing living kidney donations and improving transplant outcomes for tens of thousands of Americans awaiting …
$4M KidneyX Challenge Targets Barriers to Living Donation Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Sexually transmitted infection cases are declining in Pennsylvania, but health officials are urging at-risk residents to get tested and seek treatment to sustain the downward trend.
Sharp STI Decline in PA as Officials Push Urgent Testing Drive Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported food safety violations at multiple establishments during April 17 follow-up inspections, including temperature control issues and equipment deficiencies, while identifying …
Chester County Reports Food Safety Violations at Paoli, Kennett Sites Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported multiple food safety violations at several licensed establishments following inspections conducted Thursday, April 16, including one facility cited for operating …
Sewage Backup Among Violations in Chester County Inspections Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers are advancing efforts to address maternal health disparities after testimony revealed a woman gave birth roadside following hospital discharge while in active labor.
Lawmakers Confront Maternal Care Failures After Shocking Testimony Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported continued food safety violations at a Downingtown restaurant following a follow-up inspection conducted April 14.
Health Inspectors Cite Ongoing Cockroach Infestation in Downingtown Restaurant Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department reported multiple food safety violations at several establishments following inspections conducted April 13, citing issues ranging from improper food temperatures to …
Health Inspectors Flag Food Safety Violations, Infestation in Chester County Restaurants Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Seniors undergoing knee, hip, and ankle replacements could see more coordinated care and potentially lower costs under a proposed nationwide Medicare payment model expansion.
Medicare Plan Could Cut Costs for Joint Surgeries Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania researchers can now apply for $5 million in state funding aimed at advancing treatments and potential cures for neurodegenerative diseases affecting hundreds of thousands of residents.
PA Opens $5M Grant Push to Fight Alzheimer’s, ALS, Parkinson’s Read More