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Transforming Insurance for All: How Commissioner Michael Humphreys Is Championing Consumer Protections and Earning National Recognition

November 25, 2024November 25, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Michael Humphreys, Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner, has been recognized with the esteemed Bonnie Burns Excellence in Consumer Advocacy Award by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). This annual …

Pennsylvania

Navigate Your Insurance Journey: Pennsylvania’s 2024 Coverage Report Empowers You with Vital Claim Insights

October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) has released the 2024 Transparency in Coverage (TiC) Report, a significant resource aimed at empowering consumers with crucial information regarding insurance claims …

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Announces 2025 ACA Health Insurance Rates, Offering Significant Savings

October 14, 2024October 14, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) has unveiled the 2025 health insurance rates under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), projecting substantial savings for residents. Through its rigorous rate …

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

National

CDC Allocates $176 Million to Fortify U.S. Public Health System

September 30, 2024September 30, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a substantial investment of over $176 million aimed at reinforcing the public health infrastructure across the United States. …

Pennsylvania

Transforming Hospital Nutrition: Good Food, Healthy Hospitals Program Expands Across Pennsylvania

September 29, 2024September 29, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — The Good Food, Healthy Hospitals program is expanding its reach in Pennsylvania, now encompassing 63 hospitals across 11 health systems. The initiative, which began in Philadelphia in …

Regional

7 Cups Academy Celebrates Milestone with Over 1 Million Courses Completed

September 1, 2024August 31, 2024 - by Timothy Alexander

WILMINGTON, DE — 7 Cups, a leading mental health platform, has reached a remarkable milestone with its 7 Cups Academy surpassing 1 million completed training courses. Since its inception in …

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Insurance Leader Honored for Mental Health and Autism Advocacy

June 24, 2024June 23, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro has honored Lindsi Swartz, Director of the Life, Accident and Health Insurance Bureau at the Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID), with the Governor’s Award for …

Government / Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania House Approves Subsidies for Affordable Health Coverage

June 10, 2024June 10, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House of Representatives recently approved Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposal for a state-based subsidy program. This program aims to assist low and middle-income residents purchasing coverage …

Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Attorney General Candidates Address Public Health Challenges Ahead of Primary Election

April 9, 2024April 9, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a pivotal gathering that highlighted the intersection of law enforcement and public health, four candidates vying for the role of Pennsylvania Attorney General convened at the Public …

Regional

Delaware County’s 24/7 Wellness Line: A Beacon of Health Information and Resources

January 29, 2024January 29, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

MEDIA, PA — A lifeline in the form of a phone line. That’s what the Delaware County Health Department (DCHD) has offered its residents since the formation of the County …