Philadelphia Department of Public Health

Philadelphia's health department has confirmed 13 cases of Cyclospora, a parasite linked to iceberg lettuce products from Taylor Farms. Local grocers and shoppers remain cautious, with some businesses emphasizing local produce sourcing to ensure safety.

Philadelphia’s Sexual Assault Response Center (PSARC), previously managed by Drexel University since 2011, is now operated by the city’s Department of Public Health. The transition addresses staffing and funding challenges amid rising demand for sexual assault care, with $300,000 allocated in the 2027 budget for the center’s operations.

Philadelphia and South Jersey are combating mosquito and tick populations through chemical treatments and proactive measures, targeting disease-carrying insects like West Nile virus and Lyme disease vectors. Climate change and habitat disruption are cited as factors increasing vector-borne disease risks, prompting research and public health efforts to control outbreaks.