PHAN Statement on New Prescription Drug Reforms to be included in Build Back Better
HARRISBURG, PA - Yesterday, Senator Chuck Schumer announced that lawmakers have reached a compromise on prescription drug reform to be included in the
President Biden Unveils Build Back Better Framework
On Thursday, October 28th, President Biden released a framework of his Build Back Better plan. The framework includes historic investments that will b
PHAN Statement on Release of New Build Back Better Framework
HARRISBURG, PA - Today, President Biden announced the latest framework for the Build Back Better package. Antoinette Kraus, Executive Director of the
Medicaid Should Cover Early Allergen Introduction in Pennsylvania
Last year, many national children's health advocacy groups, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, endorsed a practice called early allergen in
PHAN’s Testimony on High Prescription Drug Costs in Pennsylvania
PHAN's Director of Policy Patrick Keenan gave the following testimony today at a hearing held by the Pennsylvania House Democratic Policy Committee He
New Petition Urges PA Officials to Improve Rural Healthcare Access
Many Pennsylvanians struggle to access healthcare. Long wait lists, too few providers that accept Medicaid (access card) and Medicare (red, white, and
PA Takes the Next Step to Lower Drug Prices
The costs of prescription drugs are out of control, and everyday Pennsylvanians are paying the price. A new study shows that 1 in 5 Pennsylvania adult
Mothers on Medicaid are losing their coverage just 60 days after giving birth. Here’s how Pennsylvania can keep our mothers healthy
Medicaid only covers mothers for 60 days after they’ve given birth. As it stands, the United States is the only developed country where the maternal
Governor Wolf to Focus on Bipartisan Health Reform in 2021 Budget
On Wednesday, February 3rd, Governor Wolf gave his budget address to the General Assembly. He discussed his hopes and priorities for the 2021 year, in
President Biden takes steps to increase access to healthcare through Medicaid & ACA marketplace
On Thursday, January 28th, President Biden signed a series of executive orders aiming to improve access to healthcare for individuals receiving Medica