Pennsylvania Lags on Prisoner Mental Health Treatment
ACLU files a motion to require DHS to provide mental health support within a week for prisoners who are not eligible to be considered for a trial.
News
Philadelphia is One of the East Coast Cities Found to be Releasing More Methane into the Atmosphere than was Originally Thought
(9 times more!)
This discovery, although concerning, creates an opportunity to target this problem as part of continued efforts to combat climate change.
Philadelphia Opts to Incentivize the Use of Solar Panels for Businesses and Residences
This is a step forward in prioritizing clean energy and combating climate change.
West Nile Virus Cases in PA Increase from 20 in 2017 to 130 in 2018
Record-rainfall and above-average temps are the culprit, causing locals to worry about continued weather-related changes leading to additional health problems.
Fracking and Public Health
A letter was sent to Governor Wolf urging him to focus on the effects of fracking on health here in PA.
There are National Changes Being Proposed to Close a "Loophole" Currently Allowing more SNAP beneficiaries than it would otherwise
The US Department of Agriculture estimates that 3 million beneficiaries would lose their benefits. This would have a significant impact on PA as food insecurity continues to be a systemic problem.
Health Disparities are Beginning to Receive Needed Attention in PA
The PA Legislative Black Caucus hosted individuals from Einstein to discuss the unjust outcomes for Black and Latino individuals, predominantly in underserved communities, compared to their White counterparts.
APHA Annual Meeting 2019
APHA's Annual Meeting and Expo will be hosted in Philadelphia from November 2-6.