Current state and national data show that drug overdose deaths increased dramatically in recent years, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Preliminary 2020 mortality data showed that life expectancy was cut by almost two years, disproportionately affecting communities of color.
A new ranking by Healthgrades evaluates the top 50, 100, and 250 hospitals in America. Here are the PA hospitals on the list:
Many more individuals were likely infected than were reported, officials said.
The regional support sites are designed to "benefit hospitals and nursing homes caring for high numbers of patients with COVID-19."
Quadrupled student loan benefits for nurses and millions in assistance for the hardest hit hospitals. Learn more:
The incident sparked outrage from PETA and dire warnings over the consequences of not quarantining lab monkeys before travel.
Martin Luther King once said, “Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in healthcare is the most shocking and inhumane”.
A high-volume, high-throughput testing site is expected to open early next week.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health talked with local professors about disease prevention, treatment priorities, and side effects Tuesday.
The Food and Drug Administration authorization moves boosters for Pennsylvania children ages 12-15 a step closer.
The Quadrantids usher in 2022; two total lunar eclipses and three supermoons are also on Pennsylvania's celestial calendar.
Flu activity currently is high or very high in eight states or U.S. territories. So far, two children have died.
The Biden administration has released a plan to accelerate removal of lead water pipes and lead paint from U.S. homes.
“We know there’s greater compliance when there’s a mask order in place.”
A voluntary product recall was issued for dry conditioners and shampoos from Pantene, Aussie, Herbal Essences, and Waterless.
Ivermectin is used to treat parasitic infections in animals, and in some cases humans, but should not be used for COVID-19, the FDA says.
U.S. News & World Report released its inaugural list of the best U.S. hospitals for maternity. See which PA hospitals were ranked.
Pennsylvanians are urged to get their booster shots, as instances of deaths are 4.8 times higher among unvaccinated individuals.
Ashith Mally, M.D., Preferred Primary Care Physicians (PPCP), is a recipient of agilon health's nationwide "Best Physician" award
GoodRx is working with leading pharmacy chains to get you lower prices for your flu shot.
Increases in veteran suicide, especially during COVID, have caused the Troops First Foundation to take action.
Pennsylvania has seen an increase in overdose deaths since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Corman’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment about whether the positive test affects any staffers or state senators.
“It is exciting to see parents lining up to get their children vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus that caused this pandemic.”
A major increase in syphilis cases has officials in Pennsylvania warning the public.
Although people who contract COVID-19 have natural immunity, “you want to prevent serious cases. It’s just not worth the risk.”
These clinics are part of an effort to increase vaccination rates in Pennsylvania. Both Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson shots will be offered.
As of Friday, there are 935 people hospitalized with COVID-19 in Pennsylvania.
The trend in the 14-day moving average number of hospitalized patients continues to increase.
With new CDC guidelines for areas with surging COVID-19 cases — including parts of the Keystone State — is it time for a new mask mandate?
Pennsylvania will follow the CDC's updated guidance on masking.
Starting off the new year with missing or loose teeth?
Pennsylvania has updated its mask guidance. Here's what to know:
These incidents are "extremely rare" and that the vaccine is safe and effective for all, the Pennsylvania Department of Health said.
Students do not have to be a resident of Pennsylvania to receive the vaccine here.
The latest data released from the CDC shows only Michigan and New York reporting more new cases than Pennsylvania.
Some Pennsylvania pharmacies are suspending the use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine after the FDA and CDC announced blood clot concerns.
The White House Coronavirus Task Force's latest report for Pennsylvania shows all but three counties have moved out of the "red zone."
Gov. Tom Wolf is expected to announce a plan to vaccinate teachers and other school staff during a Wednesday news briefing.