The Medical Minute: The ABCs of Handling Emergency Situations
Emergency situations are always stressful, but knowing how to respond at such a time can greatly reduce the anxiety so that everyone involved can get through …
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Clearfield Center for Active Living to host Healthy Steps for Older Adults Class
CLEARFIELD – The Clearfield Center for Active Living, at 116 S. Second St., Clearfield, is holding a Healthy Steps for Older Adults class. There is no …
The Medical Minute: Easing the Itch of Poison Ivy and Poison Oak
HERSHEY, Pa. — April showers might bring May flowers, but they also bring the arrival of troublesome plants such as poison ivy and poison oak that can …
Governor Wolf Signs Bill to Investigate Maternal Deaths
HARRISBURG – Gov. Tom Wolf has signed House Bill 1869 into law, now Act 24 of 2018, the primary intent of which is to create a 15-member Maternal …
The Medical Minute: Controlling Diabetes Apart from Blood Sugar Levels
When you have diabetes, there’s a lot of emphasis on controlling your blood sugar levels. And just as important, you and the health-care team caring for you …
Cen-Clear to Offer Workshop on Healthy Teeth and “Cavity Free Kids”
Dental decay (cavities) is one of the most common chronic illnesses among children,” according to the New York Department of Health, yet it is preventable. …
Staff Members at CCAAA Receive Training on Healthy Steps
CLEARFIELD – Staff from the Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging Inc. attended the Healthy Steps for Older Adults Workshop Training Program at the …
The Medical Minute: How to Safely Dispose of Opioids
Cleaning out your medicine cabinet is about more than having a tidy bathroom. In an age of opioid addiction, it can also prevent leftover medications from …
Clearfield Center for Active Living to Host Free Screening for Hepatitis C
CLEARFIELD – A free screening for Hepatitis C, provided by the Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging Inc. and TruCare Internal Medicine & Infectious …
The Medical Minute: Reducing the Likelihood of Developing Cancer
HERSHEY, Pa. —There are many factors that determine your likelihood of developing cancer, including age, genetic predisposition and lifestyle. Some factors, …