Health & Wellness
06/12/2026 · Mount Pleasant
Overdose cases linked to GLP-1 weight loss drugs prompt scrutiny
NBC News correspondent Anne Thompson reported findings from an investigation into overdose cases associated with GLP-1 drugs used for weight loss. The report, conducted in partnership with KFF Health News, documents a rise in such incidents.
Injectable Immunotherapy Offers Faster Cancer Treatment Option
A new injectable form of immunotherapy could significantly decrease treatment time for thousands of cancer patients. The new method reduces administration time from hours to minutes.
06/13/2026
Hantavirus Suspected in Cruise Ship Deaths
Three people aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean died after a suspected hantavirus outbreak. Health organizations are investigating the incident, which also left others sickened.
06/13/2026
Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Kills Three, WHO Reports
The World Health Organization reported three deaths linked to a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean. Hantaviruses spread through contact with infected rodents. The infections, while rare, can cause severe respiratory illness.
06/13/2026
FDA Releases Results of Infant Formula Contaminant Testing
The Food and Drug Administration published findings from its most extensive analysis of chemical contaminants in infant formula sold in the United States. The study examined a range of products available to consumers. The agency plans to use the data to inform future regulatory decisions.
06/13/2026
CDC to Brief Public on Swine Influenza Investigation
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will hold a briefing to update the public on its investigation into human cases of swine influenza. The briefing is scheduled for Thursday, April 30, 2009, at 11:30 a.m. ET.
06/13/2026
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2026 DOG LICENSES (Available effective 12/1/2025) In Pennsylvania, all dogs must be licensed at the point of purchase or adoption (earliest is 8 weeks of age) and by 3 months if no transfer of ownership has occurred. All dogs that do not have a lifetime license must be licensed by January 1st of each year.Keep your dog safe and protect your wallet. A dog license costs far less than the $500.00 fine plus court costs you could face as the dog owner for not having one. Licensing brings lost pets home faster. A license is easier to spot. A microchip isn't. Give your dog the protection they deserve and keep them licensed. Dog Law Act 47 Local Dog Warden Fees Regular License Fees Male -- $10.80 Female -- $10.80 Annual Dog Application Senior Citizen or Disability License Fees (Resident must be 65 to purchase a Senior license) Male -- $8.80 Female -- $8.80 Solicitud De Licencia Para Perro REGULAR AND SENIOR CITIZEN OR DISABILITY ANNUAL DOG LICENSES CAN NOW BE PURCHASED ONLINE AT: www.padoglicense.com Lifetime License Fees Male -- $52.80 Female -- $52.80 Lifetime Dog Application Permanent Verification Form is Required** Permanent Verification Form Senior Citizen/Disability Lifetime License Fees (Resident must be 65 to purchase a Senior Lifetime License) Male -- $36.80 Female -- $36.80 Solicitud De Licenia Por Vida Para Perro Formulario Permanente De Verificación De Identificación Es Requerido ** Permanente De Verificación De Identificación Completed Lifetime Application & Permanent Verification Identification Form must be submitted to the Treasurer's office to purchase a lifetime license. (Lifetime licenses can only be issued by the County Treasurer's Office and requires the pet to be microchipped). Check or Money Order payable to Berks County Treasurer can be mailed to: Berks County Treasurer, 633 Court St., Reading, PA 19601. Frequently Asked Questions: Dog - FAQ's Transfer Affidavit Address Change Affidavit Duplicate Request Form Dog Agent Listing Note: The Agents listed below are only for Regular or Senior Annual Dog Licenses Click here for the list Toggle section Animal Rescue League Route 724 & Morgantown Bypass Birdsboro, PA 19508 610-373-8830 Klick Financial 4148 Kutztown Road Temple, PA 19560 610-816-5199 Oley Valley Feed 143 Cleaver Road Oley, PA 19547 610-987-3568 Erb & Henry Equipment Inc. 22-26 Henry Avenue New Berlinville, PA 19545 610-367-2169 Mtn View Supply Inc 5104 Old Rte 22 Hamburg, PA 19526 610-488-1025 Reifsnyder's Agriculture Center 7180 Bernville Road Bernville, PA 19506 610-488-0667 Hamburg Borough 61 N. 3rd Street Hamburg, PA 19526 610-562-7821 Nissley Feed & Hardware 223 Mill Road Morgantown, PA 19543 610-286-9029 Werley Fuel 717 Lancaster Avenue Reading, PA 19607 610-375-6166 Hereford Township 3131 Seisholtzville Road Hereford, PA 18056 610-845-2929 Noble Street Notary 204 Noble Street Kutztown, PA 19530 610-683-7920
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Berks County - Small Games Of Chance The Small Games of Chance Statute stipulates an eligible organization must be in existence and fulfilling its purpose for one year in order to apply and be eligible for a games of chance license. Checks or Money Orders can be made payable to: Berks County Treasurer. Small Games of Chance Application Special Raffle Permit Application Online Application Guide Fees Small Games of Chance - Annual $125 License is valid for one (1) year from the date of issuance, and has a $2,000.00 prize limit. An eligible organization must have an owned or leased premises to qualify for this type of license. Fill out form REV-1752 to apply. Small Games of Chance - Monthly $25 License is valid for 30 consecutive days, allowing a span of time to sell tickets and end on the day of the event or drawing. There is a prize limit of $2,000.00. Monthly licenses cannot overlap; however, an eligible organization can obtain more than one per year. Fill out form REV-1752 to apply. Special Raffle Permit $25 Any current holder of an annual or monthly license that intends to award individual prizes in excess of $3,000.00 must obtain a Special Permit, which is only valid for a one-time raffle. Fill out the Special Raffle Permit application to apply. Frequently Asked Questions References 1988 Act 156: https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/Legis/LI/uconsCheck.cfm?txtType=HTM&yr=1988&sessInd=0&smthLwInd=0&act=0156. 2013 Act 92: https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/legis/li/uconsCheck.cfm?yr=2013&sessInd=0&act=92 Overview: https://www.revenue.pa.gov/FormsandPublications/FormsforBusinesses/SGOC/Documents/rev-1750.pdf Info for Eligible Organizations: https://www.revenue.pa.gov/TaxTypes/SGOC/ClubLicensees-EligibleOrg/Pages/default.aspx Distributors: https://www.revenue.pa.gov/TaxTypes/SGOC/Distributors-Manufacturers/Documents/sgoc_distributor_listing.pdf SGOC Info: https://www.revenue.pa.gov/TaxTypes/SGOC/Pages/default.aspx Frequently Asked Questions: https://revenue-pa.custhelp.com/app/answers/list/c/300 Local Option Small Games of Chance Act Permits: List
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