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HARRISBURG, PA — A groundbreaking step toward transforming behavioral health care in Pennsylvania has taken root in Harrisburg. The Shapiro Administration, continuing its commitment to improving access to mental health and …
New Crisis Center in Harrisburg: Could It Change Mental Health Care for Thousands? Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A groundbreaking $10 million investment in maternal health is set to tackle one of the most overlooked and critical issues in the U.S.: the behavioral health of pregnant …
SAMHSA’s $10M Grant to Maternal Behavioral Health Aims to Transform Care for Mothers and Families Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — In an insightful blog post from Penn Medicine, the newly formed Behavioral Response Team at Chester County Hospital is spotlighted, showcasing its pivotal role in addressing …
Revolutionizing Response: Inside Chester County Hospital’s New Mental Health Initiative Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a strategic move aimed at enhancing access to critical mental health and substance use disorder services, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has revealed plans …
Pennsylvania DHS Announces Rate Increase to Bolster Behavioral Health Services for Medicaid Recipients Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A recent Vital Signs report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlights the significant influence that local conditions, such as health insurance coverage, broadband …
Local Conditions Unmasked: CDC Report Links Key Factors to Lower Suicide Rates Read More
MALVERN, PA — In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, Neuronetics, Inc. (NASDAQ: STIM) is spotlighting the impactful stories shared on its NeuroStar Voices Portal. This platform, launched last year, allows individuals …
Neuronetics’ Breakthrough: How NeuroStar Therapy Is Transforming Lives Amid Rising Suicide Rates Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy recently issued a pressing advisory on the mental health and well-being of parents and caregivers. This call to action highlights the …
Parents in Crisis: Surgeon General’s Urgent Call to Protect Mental Health! Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Suicide Prevention Task Force has officially transitioned to the Chester County Suicide Prevention Partnership (CCSPP), marking an important milestone with its new 501c3 non-profit …
Chester County Suicide Prevention Task Force Becomes Non-Profit Partnership Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveal both improvements and troubling trends in the mental health and safety of American teens. The …
CDC Reports Mixed Trends in Teen Mental Health and Safety Read More
MALVERN, PA — Neuronetics, Inc. (NASDAQ: STIM) announced that Aetna has updated its coverage policy for transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to include adolescents aged 15 and older with major depressive …
Aetna Expands TMS Coverage to Adolescents with Major Depressive Disorder Read More