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PBS39 presents A Community Conversation: 

a series of forums that address today's issues impacting communities in the Greater Lehigh Valley and beyond.

Community Conversation: PA Health and Politics

Airs Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 6 p.m. on PBS39

Join us for a compelling episode of Community Conversation as we dive into the findings of the 2025 Pennsylvania Health Survey, a report conducted by the Muhlenberg College Public Health Program in partnership with the Muhlenberg College Institute of Public Opinion. This special broadcast explores how Pennsylvanians view key public health issues—from mental health and community wellness to healthcare access and political influence on health policy.
 

Our panel of distinguished guests brings a wealth of knowledge and diverse perspectives:

Chris Borick, Director, Muhlenberg College Institute of Public Opinion

Dr. Jeffrey Jahre, Senior Vice President of Medical and Academic Affairs, SLUHN

Dr. Thomas Whalen, Retired Chief Medical Officer, LVHN

Michael Schlossberg, PA State Representative, D-Lehigh

Rajika Reed, Vice President, Community Health, SLUHN

Beth Peters, Assistant Professor of Psychology, DeSales University

Dr. James James, Chair, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health, SLUHN
 

Through expert analysis and community insight, this episode offers a thought-provoking look at the intersection of public health and politics in the Commonwealth. Tune in for a vital conversation shaping the future of health policy in Pennsylvania.

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ABOUT THE HOST

BRITTANY SWEENEY

I’m LehighValleyNews.com’s health and wellness reporter and also host “Living in the Lehigh Valley,” PBS39's health and wellness show. I have covered health-related topics for Lehigh Valley Public Media, contributing to PBS39 and 91.3 WLVR, since 2018.

Winning the 2020 Emmy Award for Video Journalist is something I am proud of accomplishing while working for Lehigh Valley Public Media. I grew up in Montgomery County and I'm passionate about telling compelling stories in my home state of Pennsylvania. I'm a graduate of Temple University (go Owls!) and spent most of my career working as an anchor and reporter for NBC affiliates in Northeast Pennsylvania and Ohio. 

When I'm not covering news around the Lehigh Valley, I can be found exploring the great outdoors with my family. 

Contact me at: BrittanyS@lehighvalleynews.com or 610-984-8170.