The men and women who work hard to save our lives when we need it—doctors, nurses, EMTs—need our protection to stay safe on the job. We invite you to join the Healthy Me PA community in supporting legislation that would help keep health care workers safe from harm in...
Just as technology has transformed the way we communicate, it is changing the way Pennsylvanians receive health care. Through telemedicine, which uses electronic communication—including two-way video, smartphones, and wireless tools—medical providers can deliver...
Our health care workers are on the front lines of patient care, and it’s up to us to protect them from violence. Watch and hear from health care workers on the importance of passing this important legislation!
The state Legislature is deep in the middle of its fall session, and it’s the perfect time to remind lawmakers to take action to protect Pennsylvania health care workers. Every day that doctors, nurses, and other health care professionals step foot in...
Health care workers are always taking care of others, and now it’s time we take care of them. Hear from nurses and hospital leaders about the importance of safety in the workplace.
PA is one of the most rural states in the country. We need to contact our representatives to expand access to telemedicine so that all of our communities can get the care they need. Learn more about the benefits of telemed on rural health in this podcast episode from...
Telemedicine is revolutionizing the way we treat the physical and mental health of young people at school. Students can benefit from the highest quality of care without ever leaving the building. Listen to this podcast episode to learn why PA needs access to telemed.
Too sick to drag yourself out of bed to see the doctor? Facing a long drive to consult with a specialist? These are perfect situations for using telehealth services, also called telemedicine. Some examples of telemedicine are when health care services are delivered...
With so many resources available, you might feel overwhelmed and skeptical after “going online” to get answers to your medical questions. It can be difficult to decipher which sources you can trust or to know when it’s appropriate to seek advice from a medical...
Your health care involves a team, including your doctor, your insurance provider, and your pharmacist. Pharmacists are a crucial part of your health care team and are commonly considered among the most trusted and accessible health care professionals. A...