Healthcare
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Opinion: Why is a National Mesothelioma Registry Necessary for Veterans in 2025
In this op-ed, Jonathan Sharp, Chief Financial Officer at the Environmental Litigation Group, urges the creation of a National Mesothelioma Registry to address misdiagnosis and underreporting of this cancer, which disproportionately affects veterans and high-risk workers in Pennsylvania and beyond.
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Pa. receives federal funding to help establish tracking system for untested rape kits
Abuse survivors in Pennsylvania will soon have the ability to electronically track their untested rape kits. Pennsylvania is one of ten states throughout the country without a tracking system for untested kits.
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Opinion: Debunking some myths on the threats to Pennsylvania reproductive rights
In this op-ed, Pennsylvania resident Colin Coyle discusses how widespread misconceptions about abortion protections, despite strong polling on reproductive health as a key issue in the 2024 election, undermined Democrats’ efforts to mobilize support.
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Pennsylvania Instagram accounts to help you ditch the doomscrolling
Pennsylvanians: Now’s the time to intentionally scroll for joy. Here are some homegrown Instagram accounts to help you do just that.
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New report reveals key insights about lung cancer in Pennsylvania
According to the American Lung Association’s annual report, Pennsylvania ranks average nationally for new cases of lung cancer and survival rate, but has seen improvements in both areas over the past five years.
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How to talk to a conspiracy theorist, in 6 steps
Here’s how you (yes, you!) can help stop your friends and family from going down extremist rabbit holes.
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Pennsylvanians have until Dec. 15 to sign up for healthcare coverage through Pennie
The open enrollment period to purchase healthcare coverage for 2025 is underway. The Shapiro administration is encouraging residents to save money and purchase affordable coverage through Pennie
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Opinion: All eyes on Governor Shapiro for essential ID/A funding
In this op-ed, disability advocate Gary Blumenthal emphasizes the urgency for Governor Josh Shapiro to address a $93 million funding shortfall for Intellectual Disabilities and Autism (ID/A) services in Pennsylvania’s FY 24/25 budget, ensuring families, caregivers, and Direct Support Professionals receive the critical support they deserve. As the dust settles from the 2024 election, Pennsylvania’s…
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Self-care serenity: Uncover the best relaxation retreats in Pennsylvania
Start your journey to self-healing and inner peace at any one of these destinations throughout the state.
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What’s new and what to watch for in the upcoming ACA open enrollment period
In most states, the ACA’s annual open enrollment season for health plans begins Nov. 1 and lasts through Jan. 15. Here’s what you need to know.
