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Emergency Broadband Benefit Webinar Scheduled for Consumers and Outreach Partners

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On Tuesday, April 27 starting at 3:00 p.m. EDT, the FCC will host a public webinar to provide information on the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB).

The EBB was established by the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. It is a temporary program that provides a discount of up to $50 per month ($75 on Tribal lands) off a qualifying households’ internet bill. For eligible households there is the potential for a discount of up to $100 towards the purchase of a tablet, laptop or desktop computer from a participating provider so long as the eligible purchaser contributes more than $10 and less than $50 toward the purchase price.

The webinar can be viewed live at fcc.gov/live. The webinar will provide consumers and outreach partners with an overview of the EBB program, eligibility information, and enrollment procedures. During the event, the FCC will provide an overview of the outreach tool kit materials that have been developed for partners and the public to use to create awareness about the temporary program.

Registration is not required for the webinar.

FCC Announces Round 2 COVID-19 Telehealth Program Application Portal Will Open On April 29

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Round 2 of Telehealth Program Will Provide an Additional $249 Million to Support Health Care Providers and Patients In All 50 States, DC, and Territories

The Federal Communications Commission’s Wireline Competition Bureau will begin accepting applications for Round 2 of the COVID-19 Telehealth Program on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 12:00 PM ET at www.fcc.gov/covid19telehealth. The filing window will last seven calendar days and close on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 12:00 PM ET. Round 2 of the COVID-19 Telehealth Program is a $249.95 million federal initiative that builds on the $200 million program established as part of the CARES Act.

“For over a year, health care providers have fought on the front lines of this pandemic and have had to rapidly innovate to support the health and well-being of all Americans. Telehealth has been at the forefront of this effort and I’m pleased to announce that additional support is just around the corner,” said Acting Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel. “Today the FCC announced it will open the application process for the second half of COVID-19 Telehealth Program funding later this month. The FCC is dedicated to moving quickly to review and approve applications for this funding to support health care providers and patients across the country.”

The FCC’s COVID-19 Telehealth Program supports the efforts of health care providers to continue serving their patients by providing reimbursement for telecommunications services, information services, and connected devices necessary to enable telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic.

For additional information on eligibility and the application process, review the Application Process Guidance available on the Universal Service Administrative Company’s COVID-19 Telehealth Program webpage at https://www.usac.org/about/covid-19-telehealth-program/.

Questions specific to the application process should be directed to Round2TelehealthApplicationSupport@usac.org.

HHS Announces the Largest Ever Funding Allocation for Navigators and Releases Final Numbers for 2021 Marketplace Open Enrollment

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that to continue its efforts to increase access to enrollment assistance for consumers, the Centers for Medicare & Services (CMS) will make $80 million available in grants to Navigators in Federal Marketplaces for the 2022 plan year. The funding, which will be used for outreach and education efforts, is the largest allocation CMS has made available for Navigator grants to date and represents an eight fold increase in funding from the previous year. CMS invested $10 million annually in the Navigator program beginning with funding awarded in 2018 for the 2019 plan year. CMS awarded $36.2 million in 2017 for the 2018 plan year, down from a high of $63 million awarded in 2016 for the 2017 plan year.

Details about the Navigator grant funding, including eligibility requirements and required Navigator duties, are available through the 2021 Navigator Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Forecast. The 2021 Navigator NOFO will be released later this spring as indicated in the NOFO Forecast. All information contained in the forecast is subject to change, including the availability of funding. No applications are being accepted at this time.

Consumers who live in a state that operates its own Marketplace platform should visit their state Marketplace website or call center for more information about enrolling in coverage.

Pennsylvania Ag Secretary Hosts Virtual Discussion Encouraging Confidence in Science to Pennsylvania Ag Industry

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With all Pennsylvania adults now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding hosted a virtual discussion with Pennsylvania farmers who have already received the COVID-19 vaccine. They were joined by Dr. Mark Goedecker, regional medical director for WellSpan Health, who discussed the value of vaccinated Pennsylvanians sharing their story to boosting confidence and acceptance among others.

“This vaccine is as essential as our agriculture industry and we want to arm them with the information they need to make decisions with confidence,” said Redding. “Today we heard from farmers who shared their ‘why’ for getting vaccinated and that commonly included something more essential than food and health: family.

“We’ve all missed out over the past year, and one thing we can’t afford to lose is more time with those we love. Parents, children, brothers and sisters – there’s nothing to replace them. They are the ultimate reason.”

Those who work in Pennsylvania’s essential food and agriculture industry and choose to get the COVID-19 vaccine are protecting themselves, their family, their co-workers, and their community. In addition to this, they’re protecting the availability and accessibility of food. Vaccination is a personal decision which is highly influenced by confidence. Vaccine champions – those who have already been successfully vaccinated – are critical to building community confidence.

“At WellSpan Health we are committed to decreasing vaccine hesitancy, and it starts with educating those in our communities on the science, while also working to remove barriers to accessing the vaccine,” explained Goedecker. “We can and will overcome this pandemic, but it takes all of us doing our part to make that a reality. This shot of hope is a huge step in getting us there.”

Dr. Goedecker discussed the importance of those interested in learning about the COVID-19 vaccine to find information from credible sources that are regularly updated. And while the internet is a useful tool for research, when it comes to health-related issues the internet should not replace a discussion with a healthcare professional.

During a Facebook Live event, three Pennsylvania farmers discussed their reasons for choosing to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

Chris Hoffman, PA Farm Bureau Vice President, Mifflin & Juniata County Farmer

“I got the COVID-19 vaccine to protect my health and my family’s health,” said Hoffman. “Plus, if I do get COVID down the line, the antibodies from the vaccine will lessen the affect and decrease my risk for serious illness.

“I understand that getting the vaccine is a personal choice, but I have chosen to trust the science…just as I do on the farm. We use vaccine to protect the health and safety of our animals in our herd. If we accept science and technology in farming, we should do the same for our own health.”

John Good, The Good Farm, Lehigh County Organic Vegetable Farmer

“We operate a small family farm with a three- to five-person field-crew. One of our greatest fears over the past year was getting sick with COVID-19 and unable to work for a few weeks,” said Good. “This would be incredibly difficult for us to deal with during any season on a vegetable farm, when production schedules are always extremely tight. It could ruin our entire season. Another reason that was very important for us was to be able to spend more time with our parents, who are high-risk individuals.”

Recognizing some farmers are on the fence and leery about the process, John provided some advice and perspective.

“It’s worth it for so many reasons. The sense of relief you will feel after you get your shots and know it’s one less thing you will have to worry about in the background of an always busy farming season is probably reason enough,” said Good. “But also, the only way we are going to end this pandemic once and for all is through vaccination. We felt it was our duty as responsible citizens to be a part of that solution.

“The vaccination process was very efficient and simple. We had minor side effects like a sore arm and feeling a little under the weather for a day, but nothing too big. We are so happy to see widely available vaccinations and a decreasing level of community spread in our county,” added Good.

Phoebe Brubaker, Village Acres Farm, Juniata County Vegetable and Flower Farmer

“I couldn’t wait to get vaccinated. It gave me so much hope that we could safely return to our farmers markets and distribution sites this summer without worrying about spreading a dangerous virus to our customers,” said Brubaker. “It’s also a way for me to protect my mom, who is in her late seventies, and a very integral part of our farming operation.”

Phoebe talked about the impact of COVID-19 on rural communities. While COVID-19 hit them later than more urban areas of Pennsylvania, hospitals were quickly overwhelmed.

“We need to do our part to protect our communities and our elders,” Brubaker added. “They hold a wealth of information about farming and many have weathered the hardships of small pox and measles outbreaks. They did their part to get vaccinated then and control the disease. Now it’s our turn.”

State Resources

The Wolf Administration stresses the role Pennsylvanians play in helping to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

  • Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
  • Cover any coughs or sneezes with your elbow, not your hands.
  • Clean surfaces frequently.
  • Stay home to avoid spreading COVID-19, especially if you are unwell.
  • If you must go out, you are required to wear a mask when in a business or where it is difficult to maintain proper social distancing.
  • Download the COVID Alert PA app and make your phone part of the fight. The free app can be found in the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store by searching for “covid alert pa”.

Pennsylvania Protects 26 Farms, 2,370 Acres from Future Development

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Pennsylvania protected 2,370 acres on 26 farms in 16 counties through the state’s nation-leading Farmland Preservation Program. Since 1988, the program has purchased permanent conservation easements on 5,869 Pennsylvania farms, covering 596,827 acres, in 59 counties, ensuring they will remain farms in the future.

“Farmland is essential for food production. As the population grows, farmers must produce more food. Yet, each year, fertile farm acres are lost to development. Once farmland goes out of production, it rarely comes back,” Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding said. “That’s why preserving farmland it so important. Farmland preservation is an investment in the future, promising tomorrow’s generations a resilient agriculture industry with ample ground to grow food.”

By selling their land’s development value, landowners preserve their farms, protecting the land from future residential, commercial or industrial development. The commonwealth partners with counties to purchase the development value, ensuring a strong future for farming and food security in Pennsylvania.

The 26 farms preserved today are in Adams, Berks, Bradford, Carbon, Chester, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Lancaster, Lehigh, Lycoming, Mifflin, Northampton, Westmoreland, and York counties.

These farms include crop and livestock operations.

Notable farms preserved today include:

The Lobaugh Farm, a 27.49-acre crop farm, which supports the larger “Ber-Crk Farms” dairy operation. This small but productive Adams County tract provides valuable hay and corn for feed. The property is located in the strong farming community of Huntingdon Township, with over 2,000 acres preserved.

The Ambrose Farm, a 135.15-acre bicentennial crop farm located in Westmoreland County, is the first farm preserved through the state program in Cooke Township. Several neighboring farms were preserved by the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to land conservation.

The Feusner Farm, a 343.99-acre beef operation located in Bradford County. The farm borders a picturesque lake used for recreation and has significant road frontage, making it a target for residential development pressures. The family is committed to conservation and wants to see the farm protected for future generations.

Farms preserved and dollars invested, by county:

Adams County – Total investment $25,680 state; $358,574 county.

  • The Vincent, Jennifer, Dean and Michelle Lobaugh farm, a 27-acre crop operation
  • The Diane G. and Ronald I. Resh farm, a 130-acre crop operation.

Berks County – Total investment $165,310.06 state; $65,550 county.

  • The Lawrence W. and Marlene B. Burkholder farm, an 87-acre crop and livestock operation.

Bradford County – Total investment $313,890 state; $40,000 county.

  • The Donald D. and Donna L. Feusner farm, a 344-acre crop and livestock operation.

Carbon County – Total investment $292,715 state; $49,548 county.

  • The Donald L. and Brenda A. Rex farm, a 99-acre crop operation.

Chester County – Total investment $6,575 state; $134,545 county.

  • The Jonas B. Jr. and Deborah Ann Stolzfus farm, a 31-acre crop operation.

Cumberland County – Total investment $772,089 state; $172,735 county.

  • The Jonathan W. Bream farm, a 24-acre crop operation.
  • The Donald E. Deckman Living Trust farm, a 137-acre crop operation.
  • The Winifred Carol Williams farm, a 92-acre crop operation.

Dauphin County – Total investment $281,550 state.

  • The Eli L. and Sadie M. King farm, a 93-acre crop and livestock operation.
  • The Kenneth Jr., Julia and Charles Staver farm, a 95-acre crop and livestock operation.

Franklin County – Total investment $551,068 state.

  • The Wayne A. and Jackie M. Diehl farm, a 137-acre crop operation.
  • The Dennis W. and Barbara S. Peckman farm, a 103-acre crop operation.

 Juniata County – Total investment $61,760 state.

  • Supplee Brothers Farm LLC #1, a 56-acre crop operation.

Lancaster County – Total investment of $203,544 state.

  • The Rodney M. and Teresa K. Heisey farm, a 50-acre crop operation.

Lehigh County – Total investment of $476,891 state.

  • The Linda S. Gruber farm, a 45-acre crop and livestock operation.
  • Prange Real Estate Holdings LLC, an 18-acre crop and livestock operation.
  • The Nancy L. Trabin, Barbara J. Ginsburg and Mathias J. Green III farm, a 41-acre crop operation.

Lycoming County – Total investment of $206,740 state; $22,542 county.

  • The Charles E. and Sandra O. Kitzmiller farm #2, a 180-acre crop operation.

Mifflin County – Total investment $128,492 state; $50,758 county.

  • The Melvin R. and Judy L. Peachey farm #1, a 130-acre crop and livestock operation.

Northampton County – Total investment of $203,591 state; $139,490 county.

  • The Jason and Melanie R. Kocher farm, a 26-acre crop operation.
  • The Jeffery Poliskiewicz farm, a 37-acre crop operation.

Westmoreland County – Total investment $229,090 state; $341,426 county.

  • The Robert E., Sally J., Stephen P., and Kenneth N. Ambrose farm, a 135-acre crop operation.
  • The Linda J. Guyer and Dana A. Miller farm, a 69-acre crop and livestock operation.

York County – total investment of $549,396 state.

  • The Kevin N., Martha J., Christopher L., and Jeri H. Miller farm #2, a 131-acre crop farm.
  • The Frank A. Wickes Jr. farm #3, a 54-acre crop operation.

Pennsylvania Leadership Encourages All College Students to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine Before the Semester Ends

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The Pennsylvania Departments of Health (DOH) and Education (PDE) encouraged all students at Pennsylvania colleges and universities to receive their COVID-19 vaccination before the semester ends. DOH and PDE officials are encouraging all institutions of higher education to work with local providers to ensure vaccination opportunities are available before students leave for the summer.

“As students are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, we encourage them to find a provider and get vaccinated before they travel back home at the end of the semester,” Acting Secretary of Health Alison Beam said. “We look forward to higher education institutions connecting with our provider network or the Federal Retail Pharmacy Partners to coordinate vaccination opportunities for their students.”

The DOH vaccine jurisdiction includes 66 counties across Pennsylvania, and everyone over 16 is eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine – regardless of occupation, health conditions, residency, or citizenship. Students do not have to be a resident of Pennsylvania to receive the vaccine here.

“The COVID-19 vaccine will allow postsecondary institutions to provide more in-person learning and improve the safety of our campus communities for our students, faculty, and staff,” said Acting Secretary of Education Noe Ortega. “I encourage all students enrolled in PA’s postsecondary institutions to take advantage of this available resource and get the vaccine before the semester ends.”

“There are safe and effective vaccines available, and we encourage all students to get vaccinated today. Even if students are concerned about not getting their second dose while at school, it is important to seek out the vaccine now and to later find the second dose if needed,” Acting Physician General Dr. Denise Johnson said. “When fully vaccinated, students can travel home safely knowing they are armed with the best protection against this virus. Even when vaccinated, it is important to wear a mask, practice social distancing, and wash hands frequently.”

To date, more than 6.6 million doses have been administered to more than 4.3 million people. You can find vaccine demographics in our vaccine dashboard here.

Students can visit the DOH vaccine map to find a provider nearest them or call the PA Health Hotline  at 1-877-PA-HEALTH (1-877-724-3258) with questions.

While vaccine supply from the federal government remains limited, the Department of Health is working to ensure the vaccine is provided in a way that is ethical, equitable and efficient.

  • The Your Turn tool provides a way to register to be alerted when it’s your turn to be vaccinated.
  • A commonwealth COVID-19 vaccination guide explains the current process for getting one. Pennsylvanians with questions about the vaccination process can call the Department of Health hotline at 1-877-724-3258.
  • Vaccine provider map to find a COVID-19 vaccine provider near you.
  • All of the locations that received vaccine and how much they have received can be found on the COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution webpage.
  • Vaccine dashboard data can also be found on the website to find more information on the doses administered and showcase demographic information.
  • Pennsylvanians can provide feedback on the Pennsylvania COVID-19 Interim Vaccination Plan by clicking on the Plan Feedback Form square under Popular Vaccine Topics here.
  • Frequently asked questions can be found here.

Pennsylvania Agriculture Department Funds $300,000 in Projects to Boost Sales of PA-Grown Agricultural Products 

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Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding today announced $300,000 in state matching funds awarded to 16 projects aimed at increasing consumer awareness of Pennsylvania agriculture products and market opportunities for agriculture producers.

“With so many appealing products produced in Pennsylvania, consumers don’t have to look far to find fresh, healthy choices close to home,” Redding said. “When aware of the options, consumers are more likely to choose local products. Promoting the story behind the food is a compelling way to attract consumers to Pennsylvania products. Once they make that first purchase, it is natural for them to become repeat customers.”

The Pennsylvania Agricultural Product Promotion, Education and Export Promotion Matching Grant is a program within the 2020-21 state budget. The Bureau of Market Development offers this grant to encourage and maximize the promotion of Pennsylvania-produced agricultural products.

Non-profit organizations based in 11 counties received matching funds for projects, many of which have a regional or statewide focus. The department prioritized projects aligned to COVID-19 recovery.

Funded projects by county of recipient are:

Adams County – Destination Gettysburg, $10,905: Launch the Adams County Crop Hop, A Farm and Market Experience. A digital pass will encourage visitors to experience working farms and farm markets and earn prizes along the way.

Allegheny County – Farm to Table Buy Local, $71,500: Strengthen and enhance western Pennsylvania’s local food system through a dedicated, year-round, public relations and marketing effort promoting buying local.

Berks, Lehigh and Northampton counties – Nurture Nature Center, $39,175: Create a new Buy Local Challenge developed within a solid gamification framework by the Nurture Nature Center’s Buy Fresh Buy Local-Greater Lehigh Valley program.

Centre County – Appalachian Food Works, $2,052: Launch a continuation of a consumer and producer awareness campaign, “What’s Local?” in central Pennsylvania.

Chester County – American Mushroom Institute, $40,000: The Mushroom Farmers of Pennsylvania’s “Eating Better to Build Back Better” program will focus on mushroom culinary properties and health benefits, including naturally occurring vitamin D. The program will promote mushroom contributions to soil health and carbon sequestration.

Cumberland County – Farmers on the Square, $1,620: Extend reach beyond the city of Carlisle through a grassroots marketing campaign including posters, flyers, postcard-sized handouts, yard signs, flags, magnetic car decals, bumper stickers and window decals.

Cumberland County – Pennsylvania Friends of Agriculture Foundation $1,159: Provide outreach and education to military veteran farmers to assist them in marketing and diversifying funding streams, while improving access to fresh, locally grown products for lower income consumers.

Cumberland County – Pennsylvania Friends of Agriculture Foundation, $22,640: Develop educational programs providing agriculture focused education to elementary and middle school students in unique ways. The goal is to educate more children, educators and communities to help people understand where their food and fiber originates.

Dauphin County – Keystone Wood Products Association, $6,000: Develop a social media plan focusing on the benefits of actively managed working forests, and the positive economic, social and environmental aspects of hardwood production and jobs created by the industry.

Dauphin County – Pennsylvania Wine Association, $1,500: To support the Pennsylvania Wine Association Conference and associated wine competition, bringing industry leaders together during a time that requires increased collaboration. The conference and competition aid in consumer and influencer marketing of Pennsylvania wineries and wines.

Dauphin County – Pennsylvania Forest Products Association, $18,000: For a nationwide hardwood promotion campaign to educate consumers on the beauty, durability and lifetime value of Pennsylvania-specific hardwood products. The campaign will foster purchasing decisions that ultimately improve economic and environmental outcomes, strengthening our forest products communities from rural areas where the supply chain originates to urban and suburban manufacturing centers where most of the industry’s family-sustaining jobs are located.

Dauphin County – Pennsylvania Cooperative Potato Growers Association, $60,000: Continue promoting Pennsylvania’s potato industry to help growers recover from the pandemic. Funds will offset the cost of advertising, supplies and equipment to attract interest in Pennsylvania grown potatoes.

Dauphin County – Pennsylvania Friends of Farm Show Foundation, $9,547: Fulfill educational needs associated with the annual Pennsylvania Farm Show.

Dauphin County – Pennsylvania Vegetable Marketing and Research Program, $8,900: Produce new roadside signs, crop stickers used on the roadside signs, styrene price cards, clip-on price cards and price stickers to promote Pennsylvania vegetables.

McKean County, Allegheny Hardwood Utilization Group, $5,000:  Produce PA Hardwood Species Sample Kits. Much like paint swatches, these kits will allow recipients to explore, in tactile fashion, the various colors, grain patterns, hardness and other qualities that are unique to each hardwood species, and for which there is no substitute. These samples will showcase the exquisite quality of Pennsylvania wood products.

Mercer County – Helping Hands Ministries, Inc., $2,000: Address health and nutrition concerns by increasing access to healthier food options from local Pennsylvania farmers to individuals who live in impoverished neighborhoods and food deserts.

Pennsylvania PA Farm Show Spring Food Fest

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Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced today that after a successful Fall Food Fest this past November, the department has scheduled another opportunity for Pennsylvanians to get their PA Farm Show food fix at an outdoor Spring Food Fest in May.

The Spring Food Fest will take place in the North Lot of the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center from Friday, May 7 through Sunday, May 9. Vendors will be open from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily.

“While our virtual Pennsylvania Farm Show in January was an absolute success, we all missed the opportunity to taste Pennsylvania agriculture,” said Redding. “We’re excited to host a second Farm Show Food Fest this spring to satisfy cravings for the Farm Show foods that give us comfort.

“We’ll once again welcome Farm Show fan favorites to the fest – including milkshakes, fried mushrooms, potato donuts, pulled pork, maple products, and more,” added Redding. “We hope Pennsylvanians will come out for this unique opportunity to support Pennsylvania agriculture.”

While the fest will not include the full offering of the traditional Farm Show food court, many fan favorites will be available from the following vendors:

  • PA Dairymen’s Association
  • PA Livestock Association
  • PA Mushroom Farmers
  • PA Potato Cooperative
  • PennAg Industries
  • Snyder’s Concessions
  • FFA Pizza
  • Pennsylvania Maple Syrup Producers

The fest will also include a small PA Preferred® marketplace which will include:

  • Blind Spot Nutbutters
  • Buffalo Valley Spice & Supply Co.
  • The Vineyard and Brewery at Hershey
  • CM Bars LLC
  • Hillbilly’s Jerky
  • Lancaster Trading House, Inc.
  • Main Line Pretzel Company
  • Pleasures of the Palate, Inc.
  • Stroopies, Inc.
  • Tastie Teas
  • Torchbearer Sauces LLC
  • Whispering Brook Farm
  • Wild LLC
  • Uglie Acres
  • Happy Valley Winery
  • Christina Maser Company
  • Chatty Monks Brewery

A full menu of product offerings is available online.

“Hosting an outdoor Food Fest is a great way to safely welcome guests to our region and to support local vendors,” said Visit Hershey & Harrisburg President & CEO Mary Smith. “The versatility of the PA Farm Show Complex is an incredible asset to our region, and we congratulate the staff for organizing an event that will benefit the state’s agriculture industry, local businesses, and the entire community. Let’s eat!”

Parking is free for this outdoor event, where food and beverages will be available for purchase to grab-and-go only. Onsite seating will not be available. Masks are required onsite and patrons are asked to be respectful of social distance while waiting in vendor lines.

The virtual 2021 Pennsylvania Farm Show took place in January and reached more than 800,000 unique individuals from all 50 United States and Washington, D.C., the U.K. and Canada, with repeat visits near 2 million. A variety of educational virtual exhibits remain available to peruse in the Farm Show’s Virtual Exhibit Hall. Pennsylvanians are also encouraged to explore the Pennsylvania Farm Show Trail for further opportunities to support local agriculture and build a stronger commonwealth.

Dental Care for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness

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The National Health Care for the Homeless Council shared a new issue brief, “COVID-19 and the HCH Community: Maintaining Access to Dental Services.” The issue explore why dental services are essential to those experiencing homelessness, unique challenges experienced by those experiencing homelessness as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and recommendations for dental providers to improve access to care and provide services to those experiencing homelessness.

Click here to read the issue.