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AAP Releases RSV Prevention, COVID Vax Recommendations for Fall
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued updated recommendations on the prevention of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and the use of COVID vaccines.Sep 3, 2026 -
Compact Licensees: Are You Ready for Your First License Renewal?
In July 2025, Pennsylvania fully implemented the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (“IMLC” or “Compact”).Aug 25, 2026 -
HHS Requests Public Comment on Federal Vaccine Recommendations
Earlier this week, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS or the Department) announced a request for public comment on the categories used in Federal vaccine recommendations.Aug 25, 2026
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PA Department of Health: Sexual Assault Victim Emergency Services Regulation
Sexual Assault Victim Emergency Services Regulation Listing of Hospitals That May Not Provide Emergency Contraception and Hospitals That May Not Provide Any Sexual Assault Emergency ServicesOct 10, 2025 -
Governor's Office Regulatory Agenda
In accordance with Executive Order 1996-1, all agencies under the Governor’s jurisdiction publish semi-annual agendas of regulations under development or consideration. The most recent agenda, current as of July 1, 2025, was published on Aug. 9, 2025.Oct 10, 2025 -
Patient Safety Authority Public Meeting
The Patient Safety Authority (Authority), established by the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (MCARE) Act, will have a virtual Board meeting at 1 PM on Thursday, April 25, 2024.Oct 10, 2025 -
Pennsylvania Medical Society Announces Newly Elected Vice President
Edward P. Balaban, DO, FACP, FASCO, FCPP, a Montgomery County physician specializing in hematology and oncology, was elected vice president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society by a statewide group of physicians.Oct 10, 2025 -
Pennsylvania Poison Centers Report Surge in Kratom/Mitragynine and 7-OH-Related Calls
Pennsylvania Poison Centers are seeing increased call volume related to both kratom and 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) consumption. These products lack clinical safety data and put consumers at risk of significant harm, including toxicity and developing dependence.Oct 10, 2025 -
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) and Spotted Fever Rickettsiosis (SFR) in Pennsylvania
Spotted fever rickettsioses (SFR), including Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF), are tickborne diseases commonly seen in PA in May through August.Oct 10, 2025 -
Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority Receiving Funding: What's Available Now and What's Next?
On March 1st, 2024, according to the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority, more than 276,000 households, businesses, schools, and libraries do not have access to broadband internet (PBDA, 2024a).Oct 10, 2025 -
Department of Health Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Community Prevention Planning Committee; Public Meeting
The Statewide HIV Planning Group, will hold a public meeting in Harrisburg, PA on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.Oct 10, 2025 -
PAMED Joins AMA in National Push to Expand Naloxone Access
PAMED has partnered with the American Medical Association (AMA) on an issue brief to support expanded access to naloxone, a medication proven to reverse opioid overdoses when administered in time. The collaboration comes amid ongoing efforts to reduce overdose deaths nationwide.Oct 10, 2025 -
Artificial Intelligence usage in Healthcare
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the healthcare industry has continued to adopt different functionalities of Artificial Intelligence. As telemedicine and virtual care have been at the forefront of technology during the pandemic, Artificial Intelligence’s utilization in healthcare has exploded as well.Oct 10, 2025
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