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HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) has taken a significant stride towards combating substance use disorders (SUD), announcing the availability of $6.5 million in funding. …
Pennsylvania Pledges $6.5 Million to Expand Essential Services for Individuals Battling Substance Use Disorders Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Health has announced a two-day Health Equity Summit in partnership with Harrisburg University, slated for April 4-5. With the theme of “Joy and …
Pennsylvania Department of Health to Host Statewide Health Equity Summit, Aiming for Justice and Joy Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move to improve health outcomes and address disparities, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) this week introduced the Community Health Worker Access Act on Thursday. The …
Casey’s Community Health Worker Access Act: A Vital Step towards Bridging Health Disparities Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In the steadily evolving battle against respiratory viruses such as COVID-19, flu, and RSV, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released a comprehensive set …
CDC Unveils Comprehensive Guide to Combat Respiratory Viruses: A Closer Look at the Implications Read More
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — LCH Health and Community Services, a cornerstone of Chester County’s healthcare community, has received a significant accolade from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). The …
Chester County’s LCH Health and Community Services Earns Prestigious National Recognition Read More
CHESTER COUNTY, PA — A groundbreaking roundtable discussion on eliminating disparities in Black maternal and infant care was held at Lincoln University of Pennsylvania’s Womxn’s Center last week. The event …
Chester County Roundtable Spotlights Disparities in Black Maternal and Infant Care Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — Children’s health and education have long been recognized as pillars for a prosperous society. As we navigate an ever-changing world, the urgency to address the comprehensive health …
A Healthier Tomorrow: ChristianaCare Pioneers School-Based Health Centers in Delaware Elementary Schools Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — In honor of National Condom Month, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health is drawing attention to its two innovative programs aimed at promoting safe sex and reducing …
Philadelphia Boosts Safe Sex Education and Resources During National Condom Month Read More
MALVERN, PA — HMP Global’s Wound Care Learning Network (WCLN) has announced a partnership with SmartTRAK, the leading life sciences market intelligence solution. The partnership aims to provide wound care …
HMP Global and SmartTRAK Team Up to Revolutionize Wound Care Market Intelligence Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has lifted the curtain on a groundbreaking strategy designed to combat vector-borne diseases. Developed by a mesh of …
Ambitious National Strategy Unveiled to Battle Vector-Borne Diseases: A Unified Front Against Lyme, Zika, and More Read More