Health
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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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Shapiro administration distributes $120 million for school safety and mental health support
Close to $20 million in grant funding from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency’s (PCCD) School Safety and Security Committee was approved last week to fund school safety and mental health support across the commonwealth.
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Why people are so concerned about Trump picking RFK Jr. to lead US public health
Trump’s pick for health secretary wants to increase access to raw milk, remove fluoride from drinking water, and has said that vaccines cause autism and that WiFi causes cancer.
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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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Election fatigue? Here’s how to recharge your mental health
We talked to an expert about the rise in anxiety during the 2024 election season, and what to do about it.
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‘MAHA’: What to know about the ‘movement’ gaslighting health and wellness followers in the US
Here’s who RFK’s “health and wellness” political campaign is trying to reach, and why.
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Lack of dental coverage traps PA residents in medical and credit debt
The lack of dental care can cost Pennsylvania residents thousands of dollars during an emergency. Over a quarter of Pennsylvanians lack dental coverage and face higher medical bills.
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Rural Pennsylvania impacted the most by medical debt
Medical debt is an issue that disproportionately impacts rural Pennsylvanians. Efforts to reduce medical debt have been thwarted by legislators representing those communities.
