Health News
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Judges Order Trump Administration to Fund SNAP Payments During Shutdown
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BOSTON (AP) — Two federal judges ruled nearly simultaneously on Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration must continue to fund SNAP, the nation’s biggest food aid program, using contingency funds […]
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Here’s What Happens to Your Body When Clocks ‘Fall Back’ an Hour
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Plan on a glorious extra hour of sleep as most of America “falls back” into standard time. But make sure to get outside for some morning sun, too — it’ll […]
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As Vaccine Policies Shift Under Trump Admin, Pa. Pediatricians Focus on Keeping Patients Informed
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Pediatricians are speaking often and openly with parents who are anxious about the safety of vaccines amid changing federal policies. “We feel like the government is in our exam room,” one said.
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Centre County Library Nutrition Program Aims to Empower Parents and Caregivers
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The Centre County Library & Historical Museum is partnering with Penn State Extension to offer a series of free classes designed to educate parents and caregivers about proper nutrition for […]
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Power of Pink: How Pink Zone Helps Bring Relief to Families Facing Breast Cancer
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For nearly two decades, Pink Zone has stood as a lifeline for breast cancer patients in Centre County, growing from a Lady Lions basketball initiative into a nonprofit that helps families keep the lights on, the rent paid and hope alive.
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Watch: How Pennsylvania’s Mental Health System Failed Those Who Needed It Most
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An ongoing two-year Spotlight PA investigation challenges some of the most common misconceptions about mental health treatment in Pennsylvania — most significantly that when people can’t or don’t get help, it’s their fault.
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‘People, PAWS and PSU’ to Offer Health Clinic for Pets and Their Humans
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A one-day community event in Centre County will offer affordable and accessible vaccines and other services for both people and pets. People, PAWS and PSU: A Health Clinic for Dogs, […]
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The Broader COVID Vaccine Recommendations Embraced by Pa., and How They Conflict With Federal Guidelines
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Pennsylvania pharmacies can offer COVID-19 vaccines, but they and their patients are navigating competing guidelines for who should receive them.
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Penn Highlands State College to Host Free Women’s Health Event
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Penn Highlands State College will host a fun and educational free women’s health event from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 19. The hospital at 239 Colonnade Boulevard will offer […]
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Pharmacies in Pa. Can Now Give COVID Shots. That Doesn’t Mean Widespread Access Will Follow
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Guidelines provide different levels of access, and experts say it’s now up to pharmacies to decide which recommendations to follow.