June 06, 2024 A New Tool to Monitor Tickborne Illness The Pennsylvania Department of Health this week launched a new online dashboard to help both residents and health care providers monitor tickborne diseases throughout the commonwealth.
May 30, 2024 HHS Releases a National Plan on Aging The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has released a national plan for healthy aging and “age-friendly” communities.
May 23, 2024 Overdose Deaths Declined during 2023, but Crisis Continues For the first time since 2018, the U.S. reported a decline in overdose deaths last year, according to preliminary data released this month.
May 10, 2024 Taking Action against Lead Poisoning State and federal public health leaders are highlighting the need to protect children against lead poisoning and exposure.
April 26, 2024 The Bird Flu Explained The USDA and other regulatory bodies continue to provide public health updates on the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza that has made headlines in recent months.
April 25, 2024 A National Strategy for Suicide Prevention The White House this week launched its national strategy and first-ever federal action plan for suicide prevention.
April 19, 2024 Report: Health Disparities Challenge all 50 States Racial and ethnic disparities persist across the U.S.
April 18, 2024 Drug Shortages Reach New Highs during early 2024 U.S. drug shortages reached record levels during the first quarter of 2024.
April 11, 2024 A Shared Commitment to Black Maternal Health Black Maternal Health Week amplifies the voices of Black mothers and birthing people to advocate for addressing health disparities and improving access to care.
April 08, 2024 Donate Life PA Hospital Challenge Underway The 2024 Donate Life Pennsylvania Hospital Challenge launched April 1, highlighting the lifesaving gift of organ donation during National Donate Life Month.