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The Pennsylvania Department of Health recommends showering within two hours of coming indoors after spending time outside. Showering can wash away ticks before they attach to the body and may
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reminding adults to closely supervise children around pools and other bodies of water. A designated adult should remain focused on watching children and avoid
Sewing volunteers at WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital are creating handcrafted fidget blankets for patients living with dementia. The blankets include buttons, Velcro, different textures and interactive features intended to encourage
Keystone Health is hiring nurses and medical assistants for multiple career opportunities. Job openings and application information are available at keystonehealth.org/employment. Photo credits to Keystone Health
Meritus Medical Center has earned the Leapfrog Full Transparency Badge, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to publicly reporting information about patient safety and quality through the annual Leapfrog Hospital Survey. The
Meritus Health named Mercedes Exline, RN, of 4 South, as its June 2026 DAISY Award recipient. Exline was recognized by a fellow caregiver for her response during a medical emergency
WellSpan Health will invest in improvements at three hospitals serving rural communities following a $2.8 million grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services through the Rural Health Transformation Program
WellSpan Health is encouraging patients to schedule yearly appointments to review their health, discuss concerns and stay current with preventive care. During an annual wellness visit, providers may review lifestyle
The Pennsylvania Department of Health recommends that an average-sized adult or child use at least one ounce of sunscreen to fully and evenly cover the body from head to toe.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reminding residents that measles spreads quickly but can be prevented through vaccination. Two doses of the MMR or MMRV vaccine provide the best protection
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reminding residents to perform a full-body tick check after spending time outdoors. A tick that is crawling on a person but has not attached
Keystone Internal Medicine is accepting new patients ages 18 and older at three locations in Franklin County. Appointments are available at: Patients can call or text their preferred office for
WellSpan Health team members attended the Shippensburg Fair to meet with local residents and connect with the community. Fairgoers also had an opportunity to meet Cain Fridinger, a nurse practitioner
Meritus Health@Work is offering Department of Transportation physicals at its Valley Mall location in Hagerstown. The physicals are available for people renewing a medical card, starting a new job or
WellSpan Health, the leading health care system serving Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland, today announced the successful completion of its technology migration to Amazon Web Services (AWS). The migration, one
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reminding new mothers that mental health challenges can occur during or after pregnancy. Support and resources are available for mothers who do not feel
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reminding families to review state health requirements before the new school year begins. Parents and guardians should make sure children have completed required vaccinations,
Bonnie Hemming, 77, has lost 57 pounds and improved her mobility after participating in WellSpan’s Medical Weight Management program for one year. Hemming entered the program in July 2025 and
“These recognitions from the American Heart Association are confirmation of the care the amazing team at Chambersburg Hospital is focused on delivering every day. We’re proud of the care we
Meritus Health@Work offers Department of Transportation physicals at its Valley Mall location in Hagerstown. The physicals are available for people renewing a medical card, beginning a new job or returning
Keystone Health is accepting applications for a payroll specialist. The position is listed under job requisition JR100319. Additional details and an online application are available through Keystone Health’s employment website.
Highmark Wholecare and WellSpan Health today announced a groundbreaking program within their new value-based care agreement. The WholeCommunity program directly reinvests in local communities by dedicating a joint pool of
By Sabrena Freeman, Capital Blue Cross A fall. A hospital stay. A change in memory or behavior that feels different this time. That’s usually when I meet families in my
Governor Josh Shapiro’s 2026–27 budget includes $17.5 million for programs supporting the health of mothers and babies in Pennsylvania. The funding supports initiatives such as the Diversifying Doulas program, which
Pennsylvania’s 2026-27 state budget includes an additional $3 million for the state’s free period product initiative. The new funding brings the program’s total investment to $9 million over three years.
Federal and state health officials are investigating a multistate outbreak of Cyclospora infections linked to shredded iceberg lettuce. The outbreak has resulted in more than 1,644 reported cases and 94
Hospice of the Panhandle recognized Josh and Ajay Chenoweth, employees of Meritus Health’s Equipped for Life, with Hospice Hugs this week. Cindy Mangold nominated Josh for his work assisting with
Meritus Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines – Coronary Artery Disease NSTEMI Silver recognition for its commitment to offering rapid, research-based care to people
Keystone Health is hiring an occupational therapist to work with children and help them achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life. The position includes competitive benefits and a
Free HIV and sexually transmitted disease testing and education will be offered Thursday, July 23, at Keystone Urgent Care, 133 W. Catherine St., Chambersburg. Testing will be available from 9
WellSpan Health reported that survival to hospital discharge for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patients treated by WellSpan EMS increased from 11% in 2023 to 19% in 2025. The health system said
Reflecting its commitment to fostering a workplace culture where team members feel supported, valued and empowered to grow in their careers, WellSpan Health has earned recognition in six categories from
About 40% of Black women experience maternal mental health symptoms, nearly twice the rate reported among all women, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Pregnant and postpartum women can
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is advising residents who have recently been bitten by a tick to watch for signs of Lyme disease for three to 30 days after the
WellSpan Health is encouraging community members to participate in its GO! Program and make their health a priority this season. The program promotes walking, increased movement and personal health goals.
Tatiana Chichilla, an oncology genetic counselor with WellSpan Health, will appear on “Jeopardy!” on July 20 at 7:30 p.m. Chichilla works with patients and families to help them understand inherited
Meritus Advanced Ear, Nose & Throat is now seeing patients in Frederick. The practice provides care for children and adults with conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, head and neck.
“These recognitions from the American Heart Association are confirmation of the care the amazing team at Chambersburg Hospital is focused on delivering every day. We’re proud of the care we
WellSpan Health is advising parents and caregivers to take precautions to protect young children during periods of poor air quality. Dr. Christopher Russo, medical director of pediatrics at WellSpan, recommends
