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The buzz on battling pesky summer bugs
July 24, 2012 When working or playing outdoors, it is important to keep your eyes peeled for mosquitoes, ticks, chiggers, spiders and winged stinger. more »»
Evangelical Community Hospital and Selinsgrove Imaging Center get vascular testing accreditation
July 24, 2012 Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg, and Evangelical Selinsgrove Imaging Center, Selinsgrove, have been awarded accreditation in Vascular Testing by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission... more »»
Geisinger, Careworks opening urgent care clinic in Danville
July 24, 2012 Geisinger Careworks Urgent Care — a partnership between Careworks Convenient Healthcare and Geisinger Health System — will open an urgent care clinic in Danville in September. more »»
2 groups celebrate good health together
July 24, 2012 The Eastern Lycoming YMCA, Muncy, hosted a combined group event on July 20 for the Susquehanna Striders and Silver Sneakers. more »»
Filling a need
July 17, 2012 A local health and dental center recently received a grant distributed to non-profits that support health and wellness to people that are most at risk — low-income families, elderly and the uninsured. more »»
Your health
July 17, 2012 Learn ‘CPR Anytime’ PENNSDALE – The LifeCenter in the Lycoming Mall will hold the American Heart Association’s CPR Anytime program at 1:30 and 6 p.m. today. more »»
National group gives city medical center highest marks in patient safety category
July 17, 2012 Williamsport Regional Medical Center recently received an “A” Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit run by employers and other large purchasers of health... more »»
Tips can help keep your golf game up to par
July 17, 2012 Many people who play golf for leisure or professionally know the game can be equally gratifying and frustrating. The best way to play golf is to be in good golf shape by practicing regularly. more »»
Bloodmobile plans stops in region
July 17, 2012 The American Red Cross will hold the following blood drives: • Today — 1-6 p.m., Clinton Township Fire Department, 2311 Route 54, Montgomery • Wednesday — noon-6 p.. more »»
A new goal
July 10, 2012 SELINSGROVE — One area woman uses a tragic event to spread awareness about a dangerous cancer that affects people with persistent heartburn. more »»
Your health
July 10, 2012 Alzheimer’s support group meeting scheduled MUNCY — Muncy Valley Hospital’s Skilled Nursing Unit will hold an Alzheimer’s support group meeting at 6:30 tonight in the cafeteri. more »»
Complete, incomplete proteins critical to life
July 10, 2012 Proteins are critical for nearly every life function, from energy provision to the creation of structural and functional cell components as well as building lean body tissu. more »»
Donors sought
July 10, 2012 The American Red Cross will hold the following blood drives: • Today — noon-6 p.m., Lock Haven University, Parsons Union Building • Today — 1-6 p.m., Van Campen Motors, 601 W. Third S. more »»
Medical bag
July 10, 2012 Lycoming County Health Improvement Coalition names volunteers of the year The Lycoming County Health Improvement Coalition’s board held its Outstanding Volunteer of the Year awards during its Apri... more »»
Area hospital seeks golfers to compete in fundraiser
July 10, 2012 Golfers may sign up now to participate in Evangelical Community Hospital’s 26th Golf Classic on Aug. 17 at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club in Selinsgrove. Shotgun starts are available at 8 a.m. more »»
Help yourself
July 3, 2012 People should visit a dentist for regular check-ups every six months, dental health experts say. more »»
Successful brushing, flossing requires correct technique
July 3, 2012 Each tooth has five surfaces — the front, back, side facing the cheek, side facing the tongue and the top. more »»
Your Health Briefs
July 3, 2012 ‘Look Good, Feel Better’ WELLSBORO — The “Look Good, Feel Better” program, a free workshop for women in cancer treatment, will be held from 10 a.m. more »»
Regain bowel control with new treatment
July 3, 2012 A new minimally invasive treatment is helping people with bowel incontinence regain their active lifestyle. more »»
Runners, walkers sought for 3rd annual Ta-Ta Trot
July 3, 2012 SUNBURY — The third annual Ta-Ta Trot, a 5K run/walk, will be held at 8:30 a.m. July 14 during the Sunbury Celebration on North Fourth Street. more »» |
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