Public Health

Physicians help build healthy communities in every corner of Pennsylvania. PAMED provides an outlet for physician members to educate the public on relevant public health topics.

Vaccines/Immunizations

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Opioids

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COVID-19

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Lyme Disease

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Mpox

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Teen Health Week

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Adverse Childhood Experiences

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Public Health Alerts

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Nov 18, 2024, 15:44 PM

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Extend Telemedicine Flexibilities through 2025

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Extend Telemedicine Flexibilities through 2025
Nov 11, 2024, 14:43 PM

FDA Proposes Ending Use of Oral Phenylephrine as OTC Monograph Nasal Decongestant Active Ingredient

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced it is proposing to remove oral phenylephrine as an active ingredient that can be used in over-the-counter (OTC) monograph drug products for the temporary relief of nasal congestion after an agency review of the available data determined that oral phenylephrine is not effective for this use.
Nov 1, 2024, 13:13 PM

CDC Recommends Second Dose of 2024-2025 COVID-19 Vaccine for People 65 Years and Older

CDC Recommends Second Dose of 2024-2025 COVID-19 Vaccine for People 65 Years and Older