The Medical Minute: From Needle to Vial, How Blood Work Works
Blood tests can diagnose disease, determine organ function and help your doctor see how well treatments are working. But when it’s time to get blood work …
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Nursing Leadership Changes at Tyrone Regional Health Network
TYRONE – Leaders at Tyrone Regional Health Network (TRHN) announced that Beth Dietrick, RN, BSN has been promoted to the position of chief nursing …
Gov. Wolf: Pennsylvanians Need to Heed Heat Warnings
HARRISBURG – As record-high temperatures and heat watches and warnings exist across the state today through Monday, Gov. Tom Wolf is asking all …
The Medical Minute: Anxious? Cut Down on Caffeine
Caffeine can boost energy, improve alertness and produce a general feeling of well-being – when used in moderation. Go past the sweet spot though, and that …
Gov. Wolf Announces $3.68 Million Youth Suicide Prevention Federal Grant
HARRISBURG – Members of Gov. Tom Wolf’s health agencies, including the departments of Human Services (DHS) and Health (DOH), Wednesday held the first …
Clearfield Commissioners Hear About Penn Highlands’ Master Facilities Plan
CLEARFIELD – Penn Highlands Healthcare is making major investments in the communities it serves, including in Clearfield and DuBois. At Tuesday’s county …
Department of Health: Extreme Heat Can Cause Dangerous Health Conditions
HARRISBURG – As hot summer weather continues across the state, the Department of Health encouraged all Pennsylvanians to be aware of the dangerous …
Kylertown CAL to Offer Chronic Disease Self-Management Classes
KYLERTOWN – Nobody wants to have a chronic, long-term illness or chronic pain. Unfortunately, most of us will experience two or more of these …
The Medical Minute: Safe Practices Around Fireworks
HERSHEY, Pa. — From Memorial Day through Labor Day, summer celebrations offer plenty of excuses to light up the night sky. From fireworks at wedding …
DOH Offers Food Safety Tips to Protect Against Foodborne Illnesses this Fourth of July
HARRISBURG – As residents prepare for Fourth of July cookouts and outdoor picnics, Department of Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine has shared tips on …