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Recognizing that treating the effects of lead exposure is not enough, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health launched Lead-Free Families, a comprehensive, $50 million lead poisoning prevention program designed to address the problem at its source. Lead-Free Families is the first of its kind in the United States to be 100 percent funded and led by a health system.

Wayne Memorial Hospital hosted an event with state leaders yesterday to formally launch the PA Nurse Shortage Assistance Program. 

Building healthier communities in low-income areas starts with understanding the challenges residents face before they lead to serious health problems. Housing instability, food insecurity, transportation barriers, financial pressures, and limited access to care can all contribute to health disparities and make it harder for people to stay healthy.

Thousands of Pennsylvanians go to the hospital every winter due to respiratory viruses, and now is the time to protect your health.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. With the midterm election approaching, now is a good time to make sure you know when, where, and how you can vote in Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania surpassed 1,000 measles cases, the Department of Health reported on Monday.

The state continues to be at center of the resurgence of the virus.

State officials this week announced the statewide launch of a sexual assault evidence tracking system will begin later this year.

CMS this week announced average premiums for Medicare Advantage (MA) and prescription drug plans would remain stable for 2027.

HAP’s Caring for the Commonwealth series showcases the innovative programs led by Pennsylvania hospitals and health systems—and, most importantly, the difference they make for communities. The series brings these stories to life, highlighting how our members are improving health and creating stronger, healthier communities.

CMS this week announced it is removing 760,000 people from Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans across the U.S.