Pneumococcal pneumonia is a potentially serious bacterial lung disease that can be contracted anytime. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Dr. Denise Johnson joined representatives from Hamilton Health Center to discuss the importance of preventing and treating viral hepatitis and HIV on World Hepatitis Day
WellSpan Health hospitals have been honored by U.S. News & World Reports with the High Performing recognition for 2022-23. Five of WellSpan’s hospitals earned the
In response to the large numbers of drug overdose deaths in Pennsylvania, state Republicans and Democrats are paying more attention to the problem. Their proposed
Department of Human Services (DHS) Acting Secretary Meg Snead, Department of Health Acting Secretary Dr. Denise Johnson, and Representative Mike Schlossberg joined together today to
On Wednesday evening the Borough of Waynesboro took the first step in exploring a partnership with WellSpan Health to construct an emergency service campus across
As the summer continues to usher in hot temperatures with high humidity, the departments of Aging and Health are urging all Pennsylvanians but especially older
On one of the hottest weeks in July, this year Swimming is banned due to a water test that showed an elevated coliform count at
Pennsylvania government has taken more action recently to address suicide, putting a task force in place and sending more funding to schools for offerings of
Two bills in Pennsylvania’s lawmaking chambers could help the fledgling cannabis industry. House Bill 2558 and Senate Bill 1167 would grant safe harbor for financial and insurance businesses
WellSpan Waynesboro Hospital has been recognized as one of the best hospitals in the country for patient value, according to Money. Money, a personal finance
A new report calls attention to the lack of treatment programs in county jails for inmates dealing with drug addiction. The Pennsylvania Institutional Law Project, a legal
Matt Keenan from the Anxious LAD Podcast is back this week for one last installment on living with mental health disorders. Having a Mental Health
Guest Article by Jocelyn Melton, Certified Indoor Environmentalist and CEO of Baxter Group The early 20th-century house sat just off the street of the cozy
(StatePoint) Since the start of the pandemic, Americans have been postponing routine care. With more Americans vaccinated against COVID-19, medical experts are urging patients to
This week and next week, we are pleased to have information submitted by a guest author. While from Dublin, Ireland, Matt Keenan addresses serious topics
Pennsylvania has been slow to follow neighboring states in legalizing recreational marijuana, and the General Assembly is moving forward on fixing some problems affecting medical
Nearly one million Pennsylvania Medicaid recipients received a letter from the state last week notifying them of a major change to their health plan. As
Residential and recreational areas in and around several Franklin County townships and communities will be sprayed for adult mosquitoes beginning around sunset on June 29.
The future of abortion in Pennsylvania is an open question, as current state law protects it but both parties would like to change the law.
Drug overdose deaths have risen sharply in Pennsylvania in recent years, with nearly 5,400 lives lost last year. The General Assembly is taking reduction efforts
WellSpan Health will begin scheduling appointments on Friday for children ranging from ages 6 months to 5 years old to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. This aligns
The recognition shows WellSpan’s commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of these potentially life-changing medical conditions. Did you know Every 40 seconds,
The Franklin County Commissioners are pleased to announce the 2022 recipients of the county’s nursing scholarship program. Six area high school graduates will each receive
Following the approval of two vaccines by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and emergency use authorization from the Food and Drug Administration
On June 15th, 2022 several Franklin County townships and communities sprayed for adult mosquitoes in and around residential and recreational areas beginning around sunset. READ:
Today the Pennsylvania Department of Health joined advocates and residents with lived experiences to highlight the importance of viral hepatitis awareness along with the success
WellSpan Health is pleased to announce that Faraaz Yousuf will join the health system as executive vice president and chief operating officer effective June 6.
South Mountain Creamery’s certified-organic product line, Trickling Springs Organic, is now available at Whole Foods stores throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, including Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and
Chronic wasting disease (CWD), a fatal neurological disease, is a threat to both white-tailed deer and elk and has been detected within the wild deer
Fentanyl dominates Pennsylvania and has surpassed heroin as the major opioid in the commonwealth, posing greater health risks to those who use it and creating
Residential and recreational areas in and around several Franklin County townships and communities will be sprayed for adult mosquitoes beginning around sunset on June 7.
A basketball tournament is being held June 4th and 5th to help raise funds for a young athletes cancer treatment. The tournament is being held
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn yesterday, announced expansion of a program offering free sunscreen for visitors at state park
Senator Doug Mastriano released a statement today that called for additional funding to be added to this year’s budget to go towards fortifying school security
Submitted by Jocelyn Melton Someone with Lyme Disease doesn’t need a dedicated month to be aware . . . there are daily reminders. I typically
Governor Tom Wolf recognized recipients of the Governor’s Awards for Excellence, which included members of the COVID-19 vaccination team from the Department of Health. Members
After the momentous challenges brought about by Covid, Luminest Community Development was finally able to hold a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening and full
The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) and Human Services (DHS) highlighted a partnership to encourage COVID-19 vaccination to make for a safer summer. “As we
Drug overdose deaths were at a record-high in America in 2021, surpassing 2020’s by 15%. Provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated
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