Federal health agency cancels most of its teen pregnancy prevention grants, including some in Pa.

The U.S. Health and Human Services agency has made a significant move by canceling the majority of its Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program grants, slashing 53 out of 67 awards totaling around $68 million. This decision impacts various initiatives across the country, including several in Pennsylvania, that aimed to reduce teen pregnancies through education and support services. The move raises concerns about the future of these programs and the potential impact on young people's access to resources designed to prevent unintended pregnancies, highlighting the broader implications for public health funding and teen support systems.