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PHILADELPHIA, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro signed an executive order Wednesday at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia to safeguard Pennsylvanians’ access to vaccines and reinforce the right to make personal …
Shapiro Signs Order Safeguarding Vaccine Access in Pennsylvania Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump Administration announced a sweeping $50 billion initiative to overhaul rural health care, unveiling details last week on how states can apply for funding to strengthen …
$50B Plan Seeks to Revolutionize Rural Health Care Across America Read More
WILLOW GROVE, PA — A new clinical assessment from ECRI, a leading nonprofit health technology evaluator, concludes that mRNA COVID-19 vaccines are both safe and effective for pregnant women and …
New ECRI Report Finds COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines Safe and Effective for Pregnant Women and Their Babies Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move aimed at reversing pandemic-era policies and restoring what officials describe as “medical freedom,” the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has rescinded …
HHS Repeals Hospital Incentive for Staff Vaccination Reporting, Citing Need for Medical Autonomy 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
NEWPORT, PA — As more Pennsylvanians head outdoors this summer, state health and environmental officials are reminding the public to take extra precautions against tick bites and Lyme disease. During …
Pennsylvania Officials Urge Tick Bite Prevention as Summer Outdoor Season Peaks Read More
Perhaps you’ve heard the expression: “Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.” It’s certainly true about an unexpected job loss. And it may cause stress over your …
Steps to Take Following a Job Loss Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a new rule to strengthen standards for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Health Insurance Marketplaces, aiming to improve …
CMS Finalizes Rule to Strengthen ACA Marketplaces and Curb Improper Enrollments Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a five-year, $10 million initiative to research the long-term health effects of the 2023 train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. …
NIH Launches $10M Study on Long-Term Health Effects of East Palestine Train Disaster Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Health Department has unveiled its latest Community Health Assessment (CHA), offering a comprehensive overview of the health and wellness of county residents. The …
Chester County’s Health Crisis Unveiled: Urgent Call to Action for a Stronger, Healthier Future Read More