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LANCASTER, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) yesterday launched PA Navigate, an innovative online tool designed to connect residents with vital community resources. The announcement was made …
PA Navigate: A New Digital Platform Bridging Gaps in Pennsylvania’s Health and Social Services Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Biden-Harris administration recently launched the groundbreaking PARADIGM Program. This innovative project aims to bring hospital-quality healthcare to underserved rural communities across the nation, radically shifting the …
New Biden-Harris Initiative Promises to Revolutionize Rural Healthcare in America Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a recent announcement, Pennsylvania’s Attorney General Michelle Henry shed light on a disturbing trend of young people involved in firearm-related crimes in the Philadelphia area. The …
Philadelphia Youth Arrests Highlight Surge in Gun Violence, Attorney General Announces Read More
ALLENTOWN, PA — As federal changes to Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) renewal requirements take effect, Pennsylvania officials are stepping up efforts to ensure continuous health coverage for …
Pennsylvania Officials Rally to Support Residents Amid Changes to Medicaid and CHIP Renewal Requirements Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Pennsylvania’s official health insurance marketplace, Pennie, has extended the deadline for enrollment in 2024 health coverage until January 19. This extension, announced by Pennie Executive Director Devon …
Health Coverage Enrollment Extension Offers Lifeline to Pennsylvanians Read More
SOUDERTON, PA — Over 100 recipients of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant program in Montgomery County convened last week to celebrate the program’s thriving success. The gathering was …
Montgomery County Celebrates Success of ARPA Grant Program, Paving Way for Brighter Future Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania’s Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, along with other state officials and community health experts, convened at the Hamilton Health Center in Harrisburg on Monday to remind residents of …
Pennie’s Open Enrollment for Health Coverage Ends Dec. 15: Officials Urge Pennsylvanians to Act Now Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — State and local health department leaders, in a news conference held at the Wilkes-Barre Health Department yesterday, urged pregnant women to seek prenatal care and get tested for …
Health Officials Urge Pregnant Women to Test for Syphilis Amid Rising Newborn Cases Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The City of Philadelphia, in partnership with the Scattergood Foundation, has opened the application period for community-based organizations (CBOs) to seek grants from the Overdose Prevention and …
Philadelphia Opens Application for Overdose Prevention and Community Healing Fund Grants Read More
RADNOR, PA — NRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: NRXP) and Nephron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced the recent signing of a development and manufacturing agreement to manufacture a presentation of ketamine suitable for …
NRx Pharmaceuticals and Nephron Pharmaceuticals Announce Joint Agreement to Develop Intravenous Ketamine to Treat Suicidal Depression Read More