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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new study conducted by researchers at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) shows that the rates of pregnant women diagnosed with opioid use …
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health has announced two challenges to improve maternal health. The first challenge will address care for …
Read More HARRISBURG, PA — As recovery month continues, the departments of Health and Drug and Alcohol Programs, along with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), partnered to provide …
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is launching ‘Hear Her‘, a national campaign that brings attention to pregnancy-related deaths and provides education and encouragement to pregnant and postpartum women …
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WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Fund for Women and Girls (CCFWG) will honor Patricia Yoder – a passionate advocate for women and children in Chester County – with …
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WEST GROVE, PA — Jennersville Hospital – Tower Health is committed to enhancing and expanding the high-quality care provided to the community to fulfill our promise of “Advancing Health. Transforming …
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HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Tom Wolf recently announced his administration is awarding $3.4 million in federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) grants for support services of pregnant …
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced approximately $351 million in funding to 56 states, territories, and nonprofit organizations through its Maternal, Infant, …
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HARRISBURG, PA — The Wolf Administration announced it received a $2.25 million grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to support the efforts of the Pennsylvania Maternal …
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Every year in the United States, approximately 700 women die as a result of pregnancy or delivery complications, and more than 50,000 experience unexpected health problems, according to the Centers …
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