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January 14, 2026

When will we Hit Peak Flu Season?

After a busy start to the flu season, Pennsylvania saw some encouraging trends as hospitals continue to manage high levels of respiratory illness.

October 13, 2025

KFF: What Parents Think about Vaccines

A large majority of U.S. parents support vaccination for measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) and polio, but their views on seasonal flu and COVID-19 shots are much less uniform, according to a new report.

July 15, 2025

What’s Next for COVID-19 Vaccines?

One of the makers of the nation’s COVID-19 vaccine this month received approval for its shot for young children who are at increased risk for severe disease, company officials announced.

March 10, 2025

Looking Back: 5-Year Anniversary of COVID-19

This month marks five years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in Pennsylvania. Hospital teams throughout the commonwealth stepped up as heroes to care for and protect our communities as they navigated a constantly evolving web of challenges.

February 03, 2025

Fast Facts: Flu Still Elevated across Pa.

Pennsylvania’s hospitals and health systems are still managing high levels of flu and other respiratory illnesses as we head into the final stretch of winter.



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