Health News
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Thousands More Pennsylvania Medical Professionals Could Approve Cannabis Patients Under Proposals
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The changes could increase options for patients, supporters say.
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‘Death Cafes’ Give Pennsylvanians Space to Discuss Illness, Mortality and Grief
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One organizer describes a death cafe as a space where people can ask questions about mortality without fear of being judged or ostracized.
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Healthy Fall Habits for Centre County Moms: Nourishing Your Body and Prepping for the Busy Season Without Dieting
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As the crisp autumn air settles over Central PA, many moms find themselves juggling a whirlwind of responsibilities – from school drop-offs and after-school activities to work deadlines and holiday […]
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Where U.S. Senate Candidates Bob Casey and Dave McCormick Stand on Abortion, Child Care and More
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Caregiving is not a major issue in the U.S. Senate race between Democrat Bob Casey and Republican Dave McCormick, but it is one that matters to many Pennsylvanians. Here’s where they stand.
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Community Pharmacy Opens at Penn Highlands State College Hospital
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A new retail pharmacy is now open at Penn Highlands State College hospital. The pharmacy, which includes a drive-thru and accepts most insurance plans, is located on the first floor […]
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Hospital Mergers Are Giving Rise to Opaque ‘Facility Fees’ That Add Costs to Medical Bills
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Consolidations in the health care industry are driving opaque charges that experts say more and more patients are seeing on their bills.
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A Cost-Saving Pa. Dental Policy Did the Opposite, Lawmakers, Health Advocates Say
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Pennsylvania curtailed most dental services for adults on Medicaid in 2011. Now, advocates are pushing lawmakers to restore coverage.
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Spotlight PA Investigation Spurs Call for More Oversight of Who Can Be a Medical Marijuana Doctor
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A proposal could clarify eligibility for physicians, and it’s intended “to protect the health and safety of the patients” in Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program, two lawmakers say.
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Who Needs and Provides Care in Pennsylvania, by the Numbers
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Demographic data on caregiving in Pennsylvania show some of the pay, gender and health factors that influence the quality of care.
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Identifying Signs of Mental Health Changes This Academic Year
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The start of a new school year can be exciting — reuniting with friends, taking new classes, meeting new teachers — but it can also take a toll on some children’s mental health.