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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.

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.

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.

Hospitals in Pennsylvania and around the nation are facing a so-called “quad-demic” of seasonal illnesses, but public health data may show some encouraging signs.

Following a slow start to the season, the spread of respiratory viruses is increasing in Pennsylvania and across the nation.

State health officials are urging the public to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the flu ahead of the upcoming respiratory virus season.

Older adults and immunocompromised people are now eligible for an additional dose of the updated COVID-19 vaccine.

With the COVID-19 public health emergency ending May 11, it is a good time to reflect on what we have accomplished during the past three years.

Every successful emergency manager’s toolkit includes an honest appreciation for analysis and feedback.

We know we’re just one crisis away from putting our emergency plans into action, whether it’s for an infectious disease, a wildfire, or an emerging cyber threat.