PA DHS issues report on 'systemic racism' in human services
PA DHS Secretary Teresa Miller said the report should serve as a “roadmap for moving forward” and dismantling systemic racism at the agency and in its programs. more
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Opioid overdoses in city mirror COVID racial inequity concerns
New research into opioid overdoses that occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted new disparities along racial lines that are likely fueled by existing inequality. more
Most states not reporting racial data on vaccine distribution
The information is a matter of life or death, given that Black people are nearly three times more likely than White people to die of covid-19. more
Report: Supporting ECE for children experiencing homelessness
For Philadelphia’s families residing in shelter, it is challenging to find a home and a place for their children to learn. more
OSHA issues new COVID-19 workplace guidelines
It also provides guidance on use of PPE, improving ventilation, good hygiene and routine cleaning. But the guidance is not a standard or regulation, and it creates no new legal obligations. more
Health needs assessment shows disparities in LGBTQ communities
Being an LGBTQ person in Pennsylvania means a greater chance of having serious health needs and less access to healthcare to meet those critical needs. more
Report: Race, education determine impact of COVID recession
A new report from the Federal Reserve of Philadelphia adds detail to how the coronavirus recession has created two different employment realities, stratified by race and education level. more
Reliance on public assistance programs in PA increasing
Enrollment in public assistance programs in Pennsylvania continues to climb due to the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. more
COVID pandemic seen as worsening childhood obesity epidemic
Pediatricians like us have seen it over and over again in the last few months -- kids who have put on 5, sometimes 10, at times even 20 pounds -- since the onset of the pandemic. more
Report: 6 in 10 city students attending substandard schools
Though most Philadelphia schools have made academic strides in recent years, six in 10 city children still attend a low-performing school. more
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