The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced that kids who have coverage through the state’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) can … Read More ›

While Pennsylvania has improved slightly since the 2013 review in rankings of children’s “education,” “family and community,” and overall “economic well-being,” according to the 2014 … Read More ›

Despite rising cancer cure rates, the number of overall cases across the state and the nation is increasing due to an aging population and poor … Read More ›

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recently issued its draft recommendation statement and draft evidence document on screening for breast cancer. These are available for … Read More ›

An increasing number of parents are choosing to delay or forgo certain vaccines for their children. How should physicians deal with these requests? On June … Read More ›

Physician shortages continue to be an issue nationwide, with states, including Pennsylvania, exploring innovative ways to close the gap and preserve and improve access to … Read More ›

Pennsylvania insurers are now required to cover all screening mammograms, including 3D, at no out-of-pocket cost to consumers, according to a new policy announced by … Read More ›