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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Health on Thursday detailed a series of major investments and policy actions aimed at strengthening emergency medical services, expanding access to period products …
New Funding, Free Supplies, and Firm Vaccine Guidance Mark Big Week for PA Health Policy Read More HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is making a major investment in the fight against Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, ALS, and other neurodegenerative diseases, unveiling a $5 million research initiative that officials say will …
State Boosts Brain Research: New $5 Million Push Aims to Unlock Hope for Families Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s top fiscal watchdog sharply criticized the state Department of Health on Thursday after a fifth consecutive audit found sweeping failures in oversight of a multimillion-dollar fund …
PA Health Department Faulted Again as New Audit Reveals Alarming EMS Fund Gaps Read More
WILKES-BARRE, PA — The Shapiro Administration on Tuesday spotlighted a new artificial intelligence program being used at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center to identify women at high risk for breast …
Pennsylvania Expands Use of AI in Breast Cancer Detection, Aims to Boost Early Diagnosis and Save Lives Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — As cold and flu season approaches, the Shapiro Administration is ramping up efforts to promote COVID-19 and flu vaccination, emphasizing that shots remain free and widely available …
Shapiro Administration Reaffirms Vaccine Access, Encourages COVID-19 and Flu Immunization Ahead of Winter Read More
WILLIAMSPORT, PA — State officials gathered Tuesday to urge Pennsylvanians to get their annual flu shot as respiratory virus season begins, emphasizing the importance of clear, science-based guidance in the …
Shapiro-Davis Administration Urges Flu Vaccinations Amid Federal Confusion Read More
NEWPORT, PA — On Thursday, September 25, Pennsylvania officials joined communities nationwide to mark the first time all 50 states participated in “Save a Life Day,” an annual campaign to …
Shapiro Administration Marks First National “Save a Life Day” With Free Naloxone Read More
LANCASTER, PA — As Pennsylvania students return to campuses for the fall semester, state officials are reminding young adults to safeguard their personal belongings and take advantage of support services …
Shapiro Administration Urges College Students To Protect Belongings And Use Support Resources Read More
MECHANICSBURG, PA — In recognition of PA Donor Day, state officials recently joined healthcare leaders and advocates at UPMC West Shore to promote organ donation awareness and encourage Pennsylvanians to …
Shapiro Administration Highlights PA Donor Day, Urges Residents to Register as Organ Donors Read More
WYOMISSING, PA — Health and animal welfare officials are urging residents to remain alert after a kitten found near Hill Avenue in Wyomissing Borough tested positive for rabies, according to …
Rabid Kitten Found in Wyomissing Prompts Health Alert and Public Warning Read More