Fight the Flu

Protect yourself and your family.

It’s almost flu season again, which means it’s
time to get your flu shot! See PDPH’s flu shot
clinic schedule and learn all about how you
can avoid the flu.
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The New Freedom Condom

Philly gets its own custom-wrapped condom.

Find out where you can get free condoms in
Philadelphia. Learn how to protect yourself from
sexually transmitted diseases like HIV, chlamydia
and gonorrhea.
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Pregnancy and Alcohol

Pregnant? Do not drink.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is the leading cause of preventable birth defects and other child health problems. Learn about FASD and prenatal care for your baby.

Preparing for Emergencies

Are you ready?

It's never too early to prepare yourself and your loved ones for emergencies. Help your loved ones with chronic conditions understand the importance of being prepared.
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Read Your Menu!

Make your calories count.

Do you know what you're eating? Find out how nutrition information on menus and menu boards can help you to make healthier choices when you order.
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Get Healthy Philly

Working together for a healthy,
active, and smoke-free city.

Find out what we're doing to reduce smoking rates in Philadelphia. Learn how we're helping people to eat nutritious food and get the physical activity they need to stay healthy.
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HIV Testing & Services

Get the facts about HIV & AIDS.

HIV affects men, women and children of every age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and social class. Learn how to protect yourself. Know your status. Find a free HIV test site near you.
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What's New

New HIV Testing Guidelines »
Opt-out consent adopted for HIV
testing in PA health care settings.
Letter from Health Commissioner | FAQs l PA Dept of Health Advisory | CDC guidelines

Tobacco Retailer Permits »
A permit is required to sell all forms of tobacco and other products that contain nicotine. Applications are due by March 1, 2012.