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There is a growing need to support mental health and behavioral health care across Pennsylvania.

More than 6,000 Pennsylvanians are on the transplant waiting list, highlighting the importance of organ donation.

WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital received the Optimal Operations Award for improving hospital throughput by expediting discharges and streamlining patient transitions.

With reported cases of measles in the U.S. the highest in 30 years, a new study finds that fewer children are receiving their measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccines.

In a new study by Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, researchers found that the health of American children was declining across several key indicators, including increased chronic illnesses, higher rates of physical and mental health conditions and related symptoms.

Changes to the 340B payment model would reduce access to care and jeopardize hospitals’ financial well-being if imposed, according to a new survey.

UPMC received the Excellence in Care Award for leading a multi-site initiative to improve adherence to sepsis guidelines, enhancing neonatal care and reducing maternal-infant separation.

While primary care providers remain the most trusted, main source of health information, more and more people are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) for answers, according to a new survey by the Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania (July 23, 2025)—Leaders from associations representing Pennsylvania health care providers and businesses released the following statement today about implications that the Pennsylvania Superior Court’s ruling in Hagans v. Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania will have on access to care and economic competitiveness across the commonwealth.

Summer is the perfect time for outdoor activities, but don’t let ticks ruin the fun.