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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or the Agency) is hosting a public meeting on the reauthorization of the Generic Drug User Fee Amendments (GDUFA) for fiscal years (FYs) 2028 to 2032.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS or the Department) has rescinded four informal documents. This action will reduce the burdens on regulated parties and allow HHS to refocus on its core mission to Make America Healthy Again.

Recent updates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

The Board of Pharmacy (Board) is amending existing regulations to incorporate the mandatory reporting requirements under the CPSL into Chapter 27 (relating to State Board of Pharmacy), including the mandatory training requirements required by Act 31 of 2014.

To implement the President's Deregulatory Initiatives, including Department of Government Efficiency Deregulatory Agenda, and to better promote the health and well-being of the American people, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is planning the largest deregulatory effort in the history of the Department.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a statement announcing the complete reconstitution of the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP).

Introduced by Representative Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks), House Bill 425 proposes creating a grant program to support J-1 visa physicians practicing in underserved areas.

On July 1, 2021, the Nurse Licensure Compact Act was enacted, which authorized the Commonwealth to join the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC or Compact).

On January 28, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an Executive Order (EO) titled “Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation.” The order stated that it is the policy of the United States to oppose sex transitions for individuals under 19 years of age and that laws that prohibit or limit such transitions will be rigorously enforced.

The Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) is proud to congratulate the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine and the Pennsylvania State Board of Osteopathic Medicine on their recent national recognition as Wellbeing First Champions.

The Presidential Commission to Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) today released a groundbreaking assessment identifying key drivers behind the childhood chronic disease crisis

An article written by PAMED Partner, ProAssurance

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a long-awaited approval of Novavax’s COVID-19 vaccine but with unusual restrictions. Novavax, the maker of the nation’s only traditional protein-based COVID-19 vaccine, only had emergency use authorization from the FDA for its vaccine in anyone age 12 or older.

On May 16, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today cleared for marketing the first invitro diagnostic device that tests blood to aid in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease.

On May 13, 2025, the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) renewed its recommendation for early and universal screening for syphilis during pregnancy.

The Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) proudly announces the recipients of its annual Top Physicians Under 40 awards—recognizing the most exceptional early-career physicians who are making a profound impact in medicine.

The Department of Health's Spinal Cord Research Advisory Committee will hold a public meeting on Friday, May 23, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) is proud to announce Ada-Nkem Emuwa, MD, MPH as the recipient of its 2025 Community Voluntary Service Award, honoring her unwavering dedication to advancing health care, promoting diversity, and supporting underserved communities through advocacy and service.

The Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) is proud to announce Richard Wender, MD as the recipient of its 2025 Distinguished Service Award, the highest honor bestowed upon PAMED members. This prestigious recognition celebrates Dr. Wender’s unwavering commitment to advancing primary care, public health, and health equity while shaping the future of medicine through groundbreaking initiatives and compassionate leadership.

Jeff Truhan, a Ed.D candidate and Chief Quality Assurance Risk Management and Safety Officer at Keystone Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center in Chambersburg, is examining an issue critical to the medical field: the reluctance of early-career primary care physicians to self-report medical errors.