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Workplace Wellness: Good for Employees, Good for Business

By Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
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11 hours 18 min ago

When Brian Rinker, Senior Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer at Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania (BCNEPA), saw the numbers, he was impressed. more»

Susquehanna Health Nationally Recognized for Healthcare Marketing

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May 19, 2013

Susquehanna Health recently received 12 prestigious national and international awards from multiple marketing organizations for healthcare marketing materials ranging from advertising and recruitment campaigns to printed communications and website design. more»

Evangelical Auxiliary Raises nearly $45,000 for Hospital Programs

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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4 days 12 hours ago

The Evangelical Auxiliary held its Annual Spring Luncheon at the Country Cupboard, Wednesday, May 15, 2013. The Auxiliary holds various events throughout the year to raise funds for Evangelical Hospice, The Family Place, the Thyra M. more»

Skilled Nursing Unit Changes Name to Reflect Clinically Complex Care

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May 15, 2013

Muncy Valley Hospital’s Skilled Nursing Unit will change its name to Susquehanna Health Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center at Muncy Valley Hospital effective June 1. More Info

Susquehanna Health Celebrates National Nurses Week

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May 14, 2013

In conjunction with National Nurses Week, Susquehanna Health honored its nurses at the 19th annual Recognition and Awards Banquet May 8 at Genetti Hotel and Suite’s Grand Ballroom in Williamsport. More Info

Nurses Honored During National Nurses Week

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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1 week 4 days ago

Evangelical Community Hospital nurses were honored on Monday, May 6, 2013, with a visit from Lewisburg Mayor Judith Wagner, who did an informal presentation of a Mayoral Proclamation praising the work of Evangelical nurses and nurses everywhere for the compassionate care, skill, and dedication they provide to their patients. more»

Evangelical’s New Find A Doctor Line

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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1 week 5 days ago

A New, Personal Approach to Finding A Doctor

Evangelical Community Hospital has a more personal way to get patients in touch with a doctor - no automated messages or menus - just a live person asking you the right questions to help you find a doctor to meet your needs. more»

Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania Supports Healthy Kids Day

By Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
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2 weeks 1 day ago

Williamsport Branch YMCA is hosting event May 18 more»

Susquehanna Health Promotes Mental Health National Prevention Week

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May 5, 2013

Susquehanna Health’s Behavioral Health team will honor National Mental Health Prevention Week 2013 in the cafeterias of Divine Providence Hospital, Williamsport Regional Medical Center and Muncy Valley Hospital May 13-18. More Info

Boppy Company Donates 100 Boppys to Susquehanna Health for Mother's Day

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May 2, 2013

The Boppy Company has donated 100 Boppy® Slipcovered Pillows to Susquehanna Health’s Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) to give to first-time mothers living in Lycoming County and Clinton Counties who participate in the NFP program. More Info

National Hospital Week Puts Spotlight Hospitals as a Guiding Light

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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2 weeks 6 days ago

 A hospital is more than a place where people go to heal. From providing treatment and comfort to the sick, to welcoming new life into the world, hospitals are central to a healthy and optimistic community. more»

Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for May 2013

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April 30, 2013

Susquehanna Health announces healthy events scheduled for the month of May to provide health information and benefit the community. More Info

Susquehanna Health Honors Volunteers

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April 29, 2013

Susquehanna Health (SH) Lycoming Affiliates played host to the annual volunteer recognition luncheon event April 24 at the Holiday Inn in Williamsport. Coinciding with National Volunteer Week, the event is a way for the SH to pay tribute to countless hours of local volunteerism. more»

Evangelical Accredited as a Primary Stroke Center

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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3 weeks 4 days ago

Evangelical Community Hospital has been accredited by DNV Healthcare Inc. as a Primary Stroke Center. The accreditation is a national endorsement of the excellence of Evangelical’s existing, full-spectrum stroke program. more»

Muncy Valley Hospital Prepares for 30th Annual Lawn Party

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April 24, 2013

The 30th Annual Muncy Valley Hospital Lawn Party is scheduled Saturday, June 15 from 6:30 am to 4 pm on the grounds of the hospital. Party activities begin with a breakfast from 6:30 to 11 am. Registration for the Irv Zablocky Memorial Run/Walk/Wheelchair opens at 7 am, and the race begins at 8:30 am. more»

Evangelical’s Emergency Department Introduces AcceleCare

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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4 weeks 1 day ago

The front door to most hospitals is the Emergency Department where patients of all ages and backgrounds arrive with the unexpected health issue. more»

Prescription Drug Problem Topic of Community Forum

By NorthcentralPA.com
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4 weeks 6 days ago

When considering prescription drug problems, parents often ask themselves the following questions: more»

Blue Ribbon Foundation Announces Grants for Access to Care, Healthy Families

By Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
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4 weeks 6 days ago

Funding will help nine nonprofits serve more than 2,600 individuals more»

Susquehanna Health Honors Nurses with DAISY Awards

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April 14, 2013

Three Susquehanna Health nurses were recently recognized as recipients of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. A nurse from each Lycoming County Susquehanna Health campus is selected each quarter. Anyone may nominate a nurse for a DAISY award – a coworker, patient, patient’s family or physician. more»

Susquehanna Health Expands Orthopedics Team

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April 11, 2013

Susquehanna Health Orthopedics is pleased to announce the addition of John Kuri II, MD to its team. More Info

Evangelical Focuses on May as Osteoporosis Prevention Month

By Evangelical Community Health
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5 weeks 5 days ago

According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, by the year 2020, half of all Americans over age 50 are expected to have low bone density or Osteoporosis. As it stands now, one in two women and up to one in four men over the age of 50 will break a bone due to the disease.

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Congenital Heart Disease Screenings Makes Early Detection Possible

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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6 weeks 10 hours ago
Sharon Hixson, RNC, The Family Place, waits for the oximeter on baby Julius’ right hand to tell her if he is at risk for congential heart disease.

For new parents, reassurances their newborn is healthy provide comfort and at The Family Place, the obstetrics unit of Evangelical Community Hospital, those reassurances come through a series of health screens.  more»

Is Your Child Safety Seat Installed Correctly? Get it Checked

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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6 weeks 1 day ago
Amy Minnier, RN, Nurse Educator and Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician of Evangelical Community Health Education, looks over a child safety seat to make sure it is properly installed. Four out of five child safety seats are installed incorrectly.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for young children, but many of these deaths can be prevented if children ride in a properly fastened and secured car seat. more»

Susquehanna Health to Host 11th Annual Diabetes Taste-In Event

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April 4, 2013

Susquehanna Health’s Diabetes and Nutrition Care Center will host its 11th Annual Taste-In event Tuesday, April 16 from 6 to 8 pm in the Walnut Conference Room, Susquehanna Tower, Williamsport Regional Medical Center, 700 High Street. More Info

Get Ready for 3rd annual Jorge’s Walk to Defeat ALS

By Jennifer LaRegina
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6 weeks 5 days ago

People with ALS, family members, friends, caregivers, and others affected by Lou Gehrig’s Disease are coming together for the 2013 Bloomsburg, Jorge’s Walk to Defeat ALS® on May 18, 2013 at 9 am at the Bloomsburg Town Park.  The event will raise funds for research and community-based patient services programs for people with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), living in Eastern PA. < more»

Family Health Fest Highlights Community Wellness Activities

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April 3, 2013

Susquehanna Health is reaching out to improve the health of the communities it serves by offering a Family Health Fest on Saturday, April 13 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Lycoming Mall, Pennsdale.

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Survivor Appreciates Being Able to Celebrate Oral Cancer Awareness Month

By Pamela Dixon
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7 weeks 1 day ago

My name is Pamela. I am a 35-year-old wife, mother of 2, a medical assistant by trade, and I am one of the 57%. more»

Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for April 2013

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March 31, 2013

Susquehanna Health announces healthy events scheduled for the month of April to provide health information and benefit the community.

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Susquehanna Health Physician Recognized for Service and Dedication to Emergency Medical Services

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March 27, 2013

Dr. Greg Frailey, Medical Director of Prehospital Services at Susquehanna Health, was recently recognized for his service and dedication to emergency medical services with the Dr. John P. Pryor Street Medicine Society Award. more»

Susquehanna Health Offers MyKeyCare Patient Portal

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March 26, 2013

Susquehanna Health now offers its patients MyKeyCare, a secure online tool to gather, store and manage health information from a tablet, smartphone or computer. More Info

Blue Cross of Northeastern PA Supports Healthy Kids Day

By Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
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8 weeks 5 days ago
Pictured (left to right) are: Mark Casson, Branch Executive Director, Eastern Lycoming YMCA; Attie Segraves, Sports Director and Event Coordinator, Eastern Lycoming YMCA; George Johnson, Market Director, Western Region, BCNEPA and Ann Lawton, Aquatic Director and Event Coordinator, Eastern Lycoming YMCA with children from the Y's Pre-School program.

Eastern Lycoming YMCA is hosting event April 27

On Saturday, April 27, YMCAs across the country will host "Healthy Kids Day" events to encourage families to stay active through the summer months as school activities end. more»

Evangelical RN On-Hand to Receive Proclamation From Governor Corbett

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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8 weeks 5 days ago

On Monday, March 11, 2013, Governor Tom Corbett presented proclamations to representatives of Pennsylvania Hospitals in honor of Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Weeks. more»

Muncy Valley Hospital Named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital

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March 19, 2013

Susquehanna Health’s Muncy Valley Hospital (MVH) was recently named one of the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) in the United States by iVantage Health Analytics. MVH is the only CAH named to the list from the state of Pennsylvania. More Info

Baby Cafe Support Group Adds Saturday Classes

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March 17, 2013

Susquehanna Health’s Baby Café support group meeting for new mothers will expand its offerings to include twice monthly Saturday timeslots.

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Evangelical Holds Medication Reviews at Local Adult Resource/Senior Centers

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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10 weeks 7 hours ago

It is recommended that individuals, especially those with multiple conditions requiring numerous medications, get a “medication check-up” at least once a year. more»

Leading Voice on Healthcare Reform Speaks at Fasano Lecture

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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10 weeks 7 hours ago
Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel

Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, MD, PhD, renowned voice of healthcare reform, will deliver this year's Fasano Memorial lecture entitled, The Affordable Care Act and the Future of the American Healthcare System. more»

Susquehanna Health Participates in "Raise the Region"

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March 10, 2013

Raise the Region is a unique, online giving event that provides an opportunity for people who care about their community to come together and raise as much money as possible for local nonprofits in 24 hours. more»

Make Your Voice Heard in Lycoming County

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March 19, 2013

Make your voice heard on health concerns in Lycoming County through Susquehanna Health’s health needs survey. Susquehanna Health is currently conducting a comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) to identify and prioritize health needs in Lycoming County. More Info

Generous Gift to Benefit Joint Replacement Patients

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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10 weeks 5 days ago
Lou Ann Sheets, of Montandon, along with her husband, Dale, recently donated a recliner chair for total joint replacement patients of the newly opened Center for Orthopaedics at Evangelical Community Hospital, Lewisburg.

In 2009, Lou Ann received a double-knee replacement through the Joint Replacement Program and wanted to make a gift to honor Pam Harpster, RN, and Deb Reichard, RN, for the care she received during her rehabilitation and treatment. more»

Susquehanna Health Offers Colorectal Cancer Awareness Event

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March 5, 2013

Dr. Vivek Kumar, Susquehanna Health gastroenterology specialist, and Tina Carter, registered nurse and manager of Susquehanna Health’s Digestive Disease Center, offer a free, informative session Tuesday, March 19 from 5:30 – 6:30 pm at The LifeCenter, Lycoming Mall, Muncy. more»

Susquehanna Health Sponsors ELYMCA Spring Run/Walk

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March 4, 2013

Striving to improve the health of children and adults in the communities it serves, Susquehanna Health (SH) has partnered with the Eastern Lycoming YMCA (ELYMCA) by sponsoring the organization’s 3rd Annual Spring 5K Run/Walk. more»

Susquehanna Health Helps Patients Understand Their Medicines with Learn Label-ese

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March 3, 2013

Susquehanna Health’s Spirit of Women program will host “Learn Label-ese”, an educational discussion targeted towards helping patients understand drug labels, Tuesday, March 12 from 12:30 – 1:30 pm at The LifeCenter, Lycoming Mall, Pennsdale. more»

Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for March 2013

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February 28, 2013

Susquehanna Health announces healthy events scheduled for the month of March to provide health information and benefit the community. More Info

Emergency Heart Procedure at Evangelical Gives Area Man More Time for Family

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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12 weeks 3 days ago
Rick Reibsome and his wife, Stacy, of Milton (left) and Janele McKeta, Director of the Evangelical Cardiac Catheterization Lab Team (right), stand next to the catheterization equipment that McKeta and the team used to save his life with an emergency STEMI procedure.

Rick Reibsome of Milton has a history of heart attacks having experienced his first a few years ago. In July as he was getting ready for work, he recognized the symptoms - chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea - and knew he had to get to the hospital as soon as possible. more»

Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Screenings

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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14 weeks 1 day ago

Community Health Education will hold a series of screenings through the month of March. more»

Gala Event to Raise Funds for Comprehensive Diabetes Program

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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14 weeks 1 day ago
Last year’s Evangelical Gala raised over $90,000 for nursing scholarships. The 2013 Gala is set to raise funds for the launch of a comprehensive diabetes program.

The Evangelical Gala, Evangelical Community Hospital’s premier fundraising event, will take place on Saturday, March 9 at Larison Hall on the campus of Bucknell University. The Gala begins with a 5:30 pm cocktail hour and a silent auction, followed by dinner, dancing and a live auction. more»

Evangelical Schedules March Support Groups

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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14 weeks 1 day ago

Evangelical Community Hospital has scheduled its roster of support groups for the month of March. They are as follows: more»

Evangelical Community Hospital Holds March Classes

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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14 weeks 1 day ago

Evangelical Community Hospital will hold a series of classes through the month of March.  They are as follows:

Prepared Childbirth Classes: more»

Annual Mammathon Results in a Record-Setting Mammograms

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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14 weeks 4 days ago
John Turner, MD, FACS, Medical Director of the Center

At the end of January, women throughout the community were contacted during the Evangelical Thyra M. Humphreys Center for Breast Health’s 8th Annual Mammathon, an event designed to encourage women to schedule their annual mammogram. more»

Susquehanna Health Hosts Second Day of Dance at Lycoming Mall

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February 7, 2013

Susquehanna Health’s Spirit of Women program will hold its second annual Day of Dance event Saturday, February 23 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Lycoming Mall, Pennsdale. More Info

Evangelical Holds February 'Talk With the Doc' Program on Heart Health

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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14 weeks 5 days ago

February is American Heart Month and Evangelical Community Hospital is bringing awareness to heart disease, its prevention and treatment. Throughout the month of February, the Hospital will be holding events and screenings addressing heart health. more»

Hospital Employees Celebrate Wear Red For Heart Health

By Evangelical Community Hospital
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14 weeks 5 days ago
Evangelical Community Hospital employees and volunteers wore red on Friday, February 1, 2013 to show their support of heart health awareness, prevention, and treatment in honor of American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer in the United States, causing 2,200 deaths each day. Wearing red was an outward sign of Evan’s employees that heart health is important in fighting cardiovascular disease.

Throughout the month of February, Evangelical will be holding events and screenings addressing heart health as part of its Rock Red for Healthy Hearts initiative. All of the events are open to the public and community members are encouraged to take part in the free and low-cost screenings that are part of Rock Red. more»

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