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Planned Parenthood abortion care overshadows other reproductive health offered there

July 27, 2022

A nationwide shortage of family medicine and obstetrician-gynecologists, and a rush to reschedule appointments missed during the pandemic have strained a limited network of medical providers who offer sexual and reproductive health services. Planned Parenthood serves patients who most likely cannot get care elsewhere, such as those who are uninsured, low-income or who live in neighborhoods without a provider nearby. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)

Civic and Community Engagement

Deeply Rooted aims to bring trees and gardens to four Philly neighborhoods

July 12, 2022

Decades later, he’s one of the community leaders in a project to bring trees, gardens, and greenery — and the health benefits they engender — to four Philadelphia neighborhoods. Deeply Rooted is a three-year, $6 million project funded by Penn Medicine and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Healthier Together Initiative. It’s led by the Penn Urban Health Lab, along with 13 other community and faith-based organizations. The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society will provide the greening expertise for improvements in Philadelphia’s Mill Creek, Cobbs Creek, Haddington, and Kingsessing neighborhoods. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)

Health

You Cane Give Initiative

May 31, 2022

Simone C. was born with Marfan syndrome which led to retina detachments in both eyes. Although Simone, who is in her thirties, has significant vision loss, she leads a vibrant and independent life in Philadelphia. | From: Fun Times (Read more.)