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11/01/2024
eVitals Update
PFDA Members: The following message was just received from the staff responsible for handling our eVitals accounts.
Read More10/21/2024
eVitals State Registrar Notice
Today a State Registrars Notice was published (10/7/24). This notice includes a link to the new Web Browser Plug-in that will be required to upload supporting documentation; contact information for the eVitals team; and a link to Train PA.
Read More08/01/2024
Request to Hold Remains over 10 Days
Process to hold a body for more than 10 days.
Read More06/17/2024
HB 1246 Signed by Governor
HB 1246 regarding reduction of the crematory temperature to 1600 degrees was signed by the Governor yesterday.
Read More01/01/2024
Philadelphia Cremation Authorization
The Philadelphia Medical Examiner’s Office has put the requirement for “non-burial disposition permits” on indefinite hold.
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