Meritus Health recognized two physicians graduating from its Family Medicine Residency program as members of the Class of 2026. The graduates are Dr. Paige Cobb, M.D., and Dr. Justin Brandt,
As cases of cyclosporiasis increase in Maryland, Meritus Health officials are urging residents to take precautions against the foodborne illness and seek treatment if symptoms develop. “Cyclosporiasis is not spread
Keystone Women’s Care is accepting new patients for a range of women’s health services. Services include annual exams, birth control, gynecology care, prenatal and postpartum visits, menopause support and care
Kimmy Jones works as a contract analyst on WellSpan Health’s supply chain team, helping ensure care teams have access to safe, ready-to-use products. Her work focuses on identifying and preventing
A 77-year-old Boonsboro resident and small-business owner is the first person to have a blood clot removed from their lung at Meritus Medical Center. Elmer Wachter, who co-owns Myersville Exxon
Construction is underway on the new DM Bowman Recreation Center at Brook Lane. The therapeutic recreation facility is scheduled to open by the end of 2026. It will provide patients,
Meritus Primary Care – Prospect Street will offer back-to-school well-child visits on Monday, Aug. 3, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 200 N. Prospect St. in Hagerstown. Services will
WellSpan Health’s Platelet+ program allows donors to give platelets and plasma during the same appointment. According to WellSpan, one Platelet+ donation can help up to four patients. The program does
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is encouraging parents and guardians to prepare children for the upcoming school year by making sure their vaccinations are up to date. Vaccines help protect
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reminding residents that a small bump or redness immediately after a tick bite is normal and may resemble a mosquito bite. A rash associated
Meritus Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines – Coronary Artery Disease and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll Silver recognition. The award recognizes hospitals
Meritus Health will hold its annual Cancer Survivor Event on Saturday, Aug. 8, at Meritus Park in Hagerstown. Current and former patients of Meritus Hematology Oncology, Meritus Breast Health, Meritus
Meritus Health is accepting applications for the Maryland Service Year Program, which provides young adults with paid, full-time work experience in a healthcare setting. Participants will work 32 to 40
WellSpan Health is seeking volunteers to provide companionship and support to hospice patients and their families. Volunteer Jenn Kristovensky spends about one hour each week visiting patients in Lebanon. Her
Travelers can take several steps to maintain healthy routines while away from home, according to Dr. Hersh Shah, a WellSpan Urgent Care physician. Travelers flying to their destination can walk
Hantavirus is a group of viruses primarily spread through rodents, according to Keystone Infectious Disease Medical Director Dr. Raghavendra Tirupathi and medical students Drs. Nitya Pathak and Manjiri Babar. People
Meritus Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get with the Guidelines – Coronary Artery Disease and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll Silver recognition for its commitment to
The Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) Meal Machine has moved to a new location at the Meritus Health campus. The Meal Machine is now located in the Silver Parking Lot
Keystone Behavioral Health is accepting new adult and pediatric psychiatry patients. Appointments are available for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call or
Summer can lead to increased social media use among children and teens as school schedules relax and more time is spent on phones and other devices. WellSpan pediatrician Dr. Caroline
Keystone Health is sharing information about the Double Dollars and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition programs available to eligible Franklin County residents. The Double Dollars program is offered at the North
WellSpan Health is welcoming a new class of medical residents and fellows this summer. The health system held a food truck event to bring the new residents and fellows together
Meritus Health providers are seeing an increase in viral upper respiratory illnesses, allergies, skin rashes and urinary tract infections. Reported symptoms from upper respiratory illnesses and allergies include coughing, congestion,
Meritus Medical Center has received national recognition from the American Heart Association for its stroke care. The hospital earned the Get With The Guidelines–Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. It
Meritus Health is seeking volunteers and participants for its Care Caller Program, which connects volunteers with community members who identify as lonely. Volunteers make weekly phone calls and have conversations
WellSpan Health and Cancer Care Associates of York (CCAY) today marked the official start of their integrated operating arrangement, bringing together two trusted organizations to deliver a more connected, patient-centered
By Dr. Amy Aronsky, Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare Employer and Individual Plans of Pennsylvania Summer brings long days, family vacations, afternoons by the pool and more time outside. But as temperatures
Meritus Medical Center has again received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring people experiencing stroke receive
Keystone Health is reminding the public to use caution around fireworks, noting that thousands of people are injured by fireworks each year and some deaths occur. The health organization advised
Meritus Health is seeking volunteers to support patients, families and care teams across its health system. The organization said summer is a good time for community members to give their
Meritus Health announced that its Food Farmacy has surpassed its 1,000th referral. The program helps patients manage chronic disease through healthy food, education and support. More information is available from
WellSpan Health is reminding residents about the Get Outdoors, or GO!, scavenger hunt taking place across central Pennsylvania. This year’s theme is “Get Outdoors and Discover the Past” in celebration
Keystone Health is marking its 40th anniversary. The organization began with a mission to make quality healthcare accessible to the community. Over the past four decades, Keystone Health has expanded
A public automated external defibrillator has been placed at the pickleball courts at LeTort Park. WellSpan Health partnered with the Peyton Walker Foundation and the Carlisle Pickleball Association to place
Meritus Health will hold a car seat safety check on July 15. Certified experts will provide one-on-one checks to help parents and caregivers determine whether a child’s car seat is
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reminding residents to take precautions during a hot week ahead. Officials advise people who are working, exercising or spending time outside to avoid activity
Meritus Health’s Food Farmacy program has passed a major milestone, serving its 1,000th referral while continuing to improve access to healthy food and support chronic disease management across the region.
The Meritus Open raised more than $75,000 to support the Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine. The golf tournament was held at Penn National Golf Club and included participants and sponsors
A WellSpan York Hospital cardiologist was part of a team that successfully performed a coronary artery bypass without cutting the chest wall, according to an article shared by WellSpan Health.
Gettysburg Area High School juniors and seniors participated in WellSpan Health’s Career Exploration program last week. During the program, students gained hands-on experience in healthcare. Activities included learning emergency response
