Since 2017, Offit has served two four-year terms — including through the COVID-19 pandemic — on the FDA’s Vaccines and Related Biologics Products Advisory Committee.
Penn study finds increased rates of cardiac related deaths among incarcerated individuals
Looking at more than 18,000 cardiac deaths, the researchers found that cardiovascular mortality rates, when age-adjusted, have increased since 2012 for those incarcerated in U.S. state prison systems.
Wellness at Penn encourages vaccination as influenza-like illness, COVID-19 cases spike
In a statement, Wellness at Penn’s Executive Director of Public Health and Wellbeing Ashlee Halbritter wrote that Penn had “seen over 150 cases of influenza-like illness and over 30 cases of COVID.”
Annenberg study finds sharp rise in support for public-school vaccine mandates since 2023
Using a nationally representative panel of 1,653 United States adults, the researchers found that 70% of parents support requiring the MMR vaccine for children to attend public school.
Penn study finds increased rates of cardiac related deaths among incarcerated individuals
Looking at more than 18,000 cardiac deaths, the researchers found that cardiovascular mortality rates, when age-adjusted, have increased since 2012 for those incarcerated in U.S. state prison systems.
Wellness at Penn encourages vaccination as influenza-like illness, COVID-19 cases spike
In a statement, Wellness at Penn’s Executive Director of Public Health and Wellbeing Ashlee Halbritter wrote that Penn had “seen over 150 cases of influenza-like illness and over 30 cases of COVID.”
Penn Medicine study identifies methods to debunk COVID-19 vaccine misinformation
The study — which involved 890 U.S. adults with concerns about vaccine safety — targeted three different strategies to disprove falsehoods.
Grays Ferry community, healthcare workers rally against CHOP parking garage construction
The “No CHOP Garage” rally took place at a vacant lot at 3000 Grays Ferry Ave. — the site CHOP has tapped for the site.
Department of Justice subpoenas Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for information on gender-affirming care
The subpoena includes a seven-page list of requested physician documents related to gender-affirming care procedures.
Wellness at Penn encourages flu vaccinations amid spike in cases on campus
In a recent email sent to College House residents, Wellness at Penn outlined suggested actions for students to take when sick.
New AI tools from Penn Medicine, Wharton researchers aim to personalize kidney disease treatment
There are over 850 million people who have a kidney disease worldwide, according to the International Society of Nephrology, with over a million dying of renal failure worldwide due to a lack of access to affordable treatment.
Penn biotech spin-out Interius acquired in $350 million deal
The privately held company was cofounded by Penn Medicine professor Saar Gill and is currently based in Pennovation Works.
Penn Medicine settles discrimination lawsuit, moves to rename Black Doctors Directory
The directory has been renamed, and WURD will expand the database to include doctors “who have demonstrated a commitment to helping underserved patients and communities.”
Penn faculty, policy experts reflect on Trump-era shifts in U.S. health care policies
The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke with University public health experts and legal scholars to understand the impact of recent policies — including the effects of restricted Medicaid eligibility on immigrant populations.
Crozer Health to close from bankruptcy despite $5 million Penn Med offer
The closure — which is expected to be completed within 30 days, affecting 3,000 workers and nearly 75,000 patients — comes after Penn Medicine offered a $5 million cash influx to assume two of the system’s leases.
Wellness Week draws attention to mental health, student dialogue
“Wellness Week” — which took place from April 14 to 18 — included events such as a movie screening, resource fair, keynote speakers, and more.
Penn Medicine to take over two Crozer Health leases in $5 million deal amid system bankruptcy
Crozer Health and its owner Prospect Medical Holdings filed for bankruptcy in January, creating financial and public health concerns for the region.
U.S. Senate confirms Penn graduate Mehmet Oz to oversee Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Oz — who received an MD from the Perelman School of Medicine and an MBA from Wharton in 1986 — was approved by a 53-45 vote along party lines.
Doylestown Health integrates into Penn Health System, marking network’s seventh hospital
The new affiliation will change the name of Doylestown Health and its affiliates to Penn Medicine Doylestown Health.
Wellness at Penn continues efforts to combat pneumonia, respiratory illnesses on campus
Wellness at Penn is continuing efforts to contain the spread of respiratory illnesses on campus following an uptick in cases this academic year.



















