Isolation: Latest News, Top Stories & Analysis

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Council on Aging (PCoA) has released an interactive guide with information and resources to help older adults cultivate a healthy mind, body and spirit amidst …

Government / Mental Health / National

HHS Announces MENTAL Health Innovation Challenge

June 25, 2020June 24, 2020 - by MyChesCo

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Administration for Community Living (ACL) and the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health this week launched the MENTAL Health Challenge to combat the social isolation and loneliness …

Infectious Diseases / National

Following Toomey Request, CDC Will Prioritize COVID-19 Testing for Nursing Home Residents and Workers

April 29, 2020April 29, 2020 - by MyChesCo

ALLENTOWN, PA — Following a request from U.S. Senator Pat Toomey (R-PA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will be prioritizing COVID-19 testing for nursing home residents and …

Communities / Health / Medical / Society

Tower Health Announces Donation Sites for COVID-19 Response Efforts

March 30, 2020March 30, 2020 - by MyChesCo

WEST READING, PA. — Tower Health is proudly supporting its communities during this unprecedented time of crisis for our region, our country, and the world.