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Shapiro Administration invests in regional maternal health coalitions
Health Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen said providing financial resources to maternal health coalitions supports their work to help Pennsylvania’s mothers, babies, and families.
Shapiro Administration invests in EMS workforce
The Pennsylvania Dept. of Health is seeking to encourage high school students to explore careers in EMS.
EMS pilot program to be expanded by DOH
Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen said introducing high school students to the EMS profession inspires the next generation of emergency responders.
Shapiro Administration announces program for EMS workforce
A tuition assistance program to help recruit and retain Emergency Medical Services professionals for the workforce has been announced by the Shapiro Administration.
Shapiro Administration looks to enhance long-term care facilities
Enhanced care for residents in Pennsylvania‘s long-term care communities was the focus of a meeting Tuesday in Mechanicsburg of leaders from the state Department of Health (DOH) and Human Services […]
Medical marijuana growers, labs file lawsuit against 2-lab rule
A new rule in Pennsylvania requiring cannabis growers to use different labs to test their products at the harvesting and final stages is on hold as the case is litigated in Commonwealth Court.
Pa. long-term care facilities receive nearly $12 million investment from DOH
To help long-term care facilities build resilience to sustain quality care as the population ages, the Department of Health (DOH) announced plans to distribute approximately $11.7 million in federal Centers for Disease Control (CDC) funding.
Long-term care facilities receive sizeable investment from DOH
To help long-term care facilities provide quality care as the population ages, the Department of Health (DOH) announced plans Tuesday to distribute approximately $11.7 million in federal Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
Acting Secretary of Health resigning April 22
Pennsylvania Acting Secretary of Health is leaving the Wolf administration on April 22.
Lawsuit filed to remove restrictions on certain medical marijuana vaping products
Medical Marijuana Access & Patient Safety Inc. filed a lawsuit in Commonwealth Court Feb. 10 seeking to stay the actions of the Department of Health restricting access to approved medications.
Department of Health announces proposed rulemaking for Pennsylvania’s long-term care facilities
The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) is holding a public comment period for a package of proposed nursing home regulations for new construction, alterations and renovations of skilled nursing facilities.
Pa.Health Dept. says Pfizer COVID boosters are available for those eligible
A booster shot of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine will soon be available for certain adults who received the Pfizer vaccine at least six months ago, including residents in long-term care settings.
