June 20, 2024 U.S. Uninsured Rate Plummets 26 Percent from 2019 The number of Americans without health insurance declined by 8.2 million from 2019 to 2023, according to a new report from the CDC.
June 19, 2024 An Emphasis on Health Equity on Juneteenth Juneteenth, known as America’s Second Independence Day, provides an opportunity to recognize a critical milestone in the nation’s history while noting the work ahead to advance health equity in Pennsylvania and beyond.
June 07, 2024 Putting a Spotlight on Safe Health Care Workplaces On #HAVhope Friday, HAP and Pennsylvania’s hospitals and health systems are highlighting efforts to combat violence in our workplaces and communities.
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.