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NEWARK, DE — ChristianaCare has achieved the highest national recognition from the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for its exceptional support of organ and tissue donation. The Platinum …
ChristianaCare Clinches Top National Honor for Organ Donation Advocacy: A Lifeline for Patients in Need Read More
ATGLEN, PA — In a startling revelation, Anthony Falgiatore, a member of the Octorara Area School District Board, has spoken out on Facebook about what he describes as a fractured …
Fractured Relations and Unanswered Questions: A Look Inside the Octorara Area School District Board Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Monday, State Rep. Mark Rozzi, D-Berks, stood on Harrisburg’s Capitol steps alongside Caleb Kauffman, Lancaster County victim and advocate; Chairwoman Rep. Maureen Madden, D-Monroe; Rep. La’Tasha …
Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse and Advocates Unite to Demand Justice Read More
I am the mother of three adults with intellectual disabilities. Personally, and professionally, I have advocated for people in the ID/A community for more than 40 years.
Mom Asks Legislators: When Will It Be Our Turn? Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — On Friday, Senator Vincent Hughes held a press conference at Drexel’s School of Education with teacher advocates and education experts to introduce new, bipartisan legislation that would …
New Bill Offers Up to $15k in Stipends to Address Teacher Shortage Crisis Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor has called for new laws mandating Pennsylvania schools to amp up financial literacy education. Currently, only a handful of schools integrate this imperative …
Auditor General Leads Call for Financial Literacy in Pennsylvania Schools Read More
BALA CYNWYD, PA — Patient advocates are urging public health leaders to respond to herpes simplex virus (HSV), a common neuropathic infectious disease impacting ½ of Americans. HSV is highly …
Uncovering the Hidden Dangers of Herpes: Urgent Appeal for Better Treatment and Public Health Response Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — Experts from around the state, as well as self-advocates, offered insights and suggestions for improving behavioral health, mental health and the lives of people – particularly students – …
10th Annual Disability and Mental Health Summit Sheds Light on Areas for Improvement in Pennsylvania Read More