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PA Needs Over 1,000 Ventilators. Here’s How The Governor Hopes To Find Them
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As of Thursday, 130 COVID-19 patients in Pennsylvania had required treatment with a ventilator, though that number is expected to rise as cases increase.
Government
How Many Pennsylvanians Will Catch Coronavirus?
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While state officials have consistently said the situation will deteriorate, they’ve been unable to say just how bad the outbreak might become.
Health
PA Hospitals Ration Protective Gear As Coronavirus Cases Grow
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The rationing comes as the state Department of Health maintains that it has personal protective equipment available and is working with health systems to make sure they have what they need
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With Coronavirus In PA, School Districts Seek Answers
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School districts want to know when to cancel classes and how to access federal resources. So far, they’re not getting answers.
Government
PA Prepares For Cases Of Coronavirus
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The respiratory virus — marked by fever, cough and shortness of breath — has already sickened more than 81,000 people and killed 2,700 people worldwide.
Government
Governor Vetoes Bill To Halt Closure Of Centers For Pennsylvanians With Intellectual Disabilities
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The state centers are set to close within three years and move about 300 people with intellectual disabilities into community based care.
Government
PA Governor Proposes Increase For Health And Human Services Funding
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Wolf highlights programs for older Pennsylvanians and people with intellectual disabilities.
Government
This Mental Health Law Passed With Broad Support. Why Aren’t PA Counties Using It?
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State records show that none of the state’s 48 county mental health agencies made use of the program in 2019, and none are implementing the program this year, either.
Government
Deaths Of Pennsylvanians With Intellectual Disabilities Went Unreported, Says Federal Regulator
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Thousands of unreported “critical incidents,” including two deaths and cases of abuse and neglect, were found in an audit of medical claims.
Crime and Justice
One Year In, Crisis Center To Stop School Violence In PA Has Fielded Over 40,000 Tips
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The partnership between Sandy Hook Promise and the state Attorney General’s office aims to prevent mass shootings and help children dealing with problems.