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Make it Easier to Eliminate Lead From Drinking Water

August 28, 2017

Last year, eighteen Pennsylvania cities tested higher than Flint, Michigan for elevated blood lead levels and a growing chorus of evidence indicates a possible broader statewide lead problem. The only safe, permanent solution is to replace all public and private lead pipes. Please tell your elected officials to support passage of this legislation.

New Pa. Health Rule: Get Your Kids Vaccinated or They Can’t Go to School

August 9, 2017

Under new Pennsylvania state health rules, parents must see to it that their children have the required vaccinations by the first day of school. Unlike the old eight-month grace period, the current rules allow children to be granted a waiver of up to five days to get a required dose of a vaccine.

Pennsylvania Lyme Disease Problem Intensifies; 900 Treated in Lancaster, Lebanon in 2 Months

August 4, 2017

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released its official Lyme disease tally for 2016 Thursday. It showed 456 cases in Lancaster County and 102 cases in Lebanon County.

The School Year is Coming Fast and New Regulations Loom, So No More Vaccination Procrastination

July 25, 2017

With stricter vaccination requirements set to go into effect this coming school year, school districts are using text messages, phone calls and letters to notify parents that their children will be sent home after the first week of classes if their immunizations aren’t up to date by then.

Partnership For Public Health News Article

A Holistic Approach to Health Care Can Lower Costs and Improve Outcomes

July 22, 2017

Hospitals and health systems across the commonwealth have developed innovative programs to address the often-complex and multifaceted needs of patients. These programs are making a difference.