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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Webinar to discuss impact of racism on mental health treatment
The webinar is an interactive presentation with a Q&A session designed to provide participants with an understanding of how racism impacts mental health. more
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
Insurance companies offer financial help to COVID families
Cigna and New York Life have created a grant program for families who have lost a health care worker to COVID. more
Blacks represent only 12% of city COVID vaccinations: report
The inequitable rollout of Philadelphia’s COVID-19 vaccination program carries on as African-Americans continue to lag far behind other racial groups when it comes to receiving vaccines. 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
Biden expands health care access, restores family planning funds
President Biden has taken executive action to expand health care access by strengthening the Affordable Care Act and reopening enrollment. more
Crisis lines see spike in calls as pandemic continues
The steady increase in people reaching out to crisis hotlines and text lines across the country sends a sobering message about the overall emotional impact of the pandemic. more
Montgomery County opens COVID-19 vaccine site
The gymnasium at Montgomery County Community College has been transformed into the county's first mass coronavirus vaccination clinic. 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
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