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HERSHEY, PA — Pennsylvania health officials used Older Americans Month on Wednesday to spotlight physical activity as a key tool in reducing dementia risk and helping older adults maintain independence, …
Pennsylvania Promotes Brain Health Through Fitness Push for Older Adults Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Six students and one student group from Chester County were among the statewide winners recognized by the Shapiro administration in Pennsylvania’s 2026 “Protect. Check. Remove.” Lyme Disease …
ICYMI: Chester County Students Earn Top Honors in State Lyme Contest Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania officials on Thursday recognized 18 students from across the Commonwealth for winning entries in the state’s 2026 “Protect. Check. Remove.” Lyme Disease Student Art Competition, part …
Pennsylvania Turns to Students in Lyme Disease Awareness Push Read More
ALLENTOWN, PA — Pennsylvania has invested $12.3 million in maternal and child health programs since 2023, expanding screenings, improving access to care, and launching new initiatives aimed at reducing risks …
Maternal Health Gains Emerge as State Boosts Funding Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Sexually transmitted infection cases are declining in Pennsylvania, but health officials are urging at-risk residents to get tested and seek treatment to sustain the downward trend.
Sharp STI Decline in PA as Officials Push Urgent Testing Drive Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Dozens of people reentering the workforce after incarceration received birth certificates on-site this week, removing a common barrier to employment, housing, and training programs. What This Means …
State Effort Helps Returning Citizens Get Key ID Fast Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania officials have released a statewide strategy aimed at reducing maternal deaths and improving access to care, with a focus on closing racial and geographic gaps in …
New Plan Targets Maternal Health Gaps, Saves Lives Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is launching a statewide strategy to reduce maternal deaths and improve access to care, with new funding and coordinated policies aimed at addressing disparities in pregnancy …
New Maternal Health Plan Targets Deaths, Care Gaps Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — In case you missed it, more than 650,000 Pennsylvania students are receiving free access to menstrual hygiene products in schools as part of a $6 million statewide …
ICYMI: Pa. Expands Free Period Products in Schools Statewide Read More PITTSBURGH, PA — Pennsylvania has invested $6 million over two years to provide free period products in schools, with officials proposing an additional $3 million to expand the program in …
$6M School Program Expands Access to Free Period Products Read More