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Susquehanna Health Family Medicine at Lock Haven Welcomes New Physician Assistant

December 16, 2012

Laura Richardson, PA-C, has joined Drs. Sarah McElroy, Frank Parker, Carrie Timko and Emily Shultz, PA-C, at their practice at Susquehanna Health Family Medicine, 610 High Street, Lock Haven. More Info

Susquehanna Health Family Medicine at Lock Haven Welcomes New Physician Assistant

December 16, 2012

Laura Richardson, PA-C, has joined Drs. Sarah McElroy, Frank Parker, Carrie Timko and Emily Shultz, PA-C, at their practice at Susquehanna Health Family Medicine, 610 High Street, Lock Haven. More Info

Local Congregation Donates Blankets to Evangelical for Pediatric Patients

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The ladies of the Comforting Hands group of Selinsgrove Church of the Nazarene made the cuddler-size blankets to bring comfort and a touch of holiday spirit to children. Cathy Meiser (left) of the Comforting Hands Group presented the generous gift to Evangelical’s Susan Payne, RNC (right).

Evangelical Community Hospital’s Pediatric Unit recently received the gift of thirteen handmade blankets in holiday designs to be given to children who have to spend some or all of their holidays in the Hospital.

Susquehanna Health Williamsport Regional Medical Center Receives “A” for Patient Safety in Consecutive Quarters

December 11, 2012

Williamsport Regional Medical Center (WRMC) was honored with an “A” Hospital Safety ScoreSM by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit run by employers and other large purchasers of health benefits, for the second quarter in a row. more»

Susquehanna Health Williamsport Regional Medical Center Receives “A” for Patient Safety in Consecutive Quarters

December 11, 2012

Williamsport Regional Medical Center (WRMC) was honored with an “A” Hospital Safety ScoreSM by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit run by employers and other large purchasers of health benefits, for the second quarter in a row. more»

Christmas, A Time for Teamwork and Happiness

December 10, 2012

Two thousand years ago Jesus Christ came to earth to teach humans how to work together. In our modern world, Christians have become Christ’s Team, teaching about God’s grace and helping all people lead happy and productive lives. Christmas, a holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus tends to emphasize teamwork and bring family life to a focus. more»

Chocolate house auction to benefit Greater Lycoming Habitat for Humanity

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24 weeks 2 days ago

Pennsylvania College of Technology will host its annual chocolate house auction to benefit Greater Lycoming Habitat for
Humanity this Friday, December 7th in the Thompson Professional Development Center Mountain Laurel Room. more»

Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Class to Educate and Certify Youth in CPR

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24 weeks 2 days ago

A special Heartsaver CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) class is being offered for youth ages of 12-15 by Evangelical Community Hospital during the holiday school break. more»

Telehealth Monitoring Keeps Recovery on Track at Home

December 4, 2012

Telehealth monitoring can provide your doctor with a daily snapshot of your condition as you recover from a hospital stay or learn to regulate a chronic condition at home.

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Telehealth Monitoring Keeps Recovery on Track at Home

December 4, 2012

Telehealth monitoring can provide your doctor with a daily snapshot of your condition as you recover from a hospital stay or learn to regulate a chronic condition at home.

More Info

Susquehanna Home Care and Hospice Nurse Family Partnership Clinton County Expansion

December 2, 2012

Nurse-Family Partnership® (NFP) is a nurse led, nonprofit organization addressing the needs of low income, first time parents and their children. Expanding to Clinton County beginning December 2012, this community health program helps transform the lives of vulnerable mothers that are pregnant with their first child. more»

Susquehanna Home Care and Hospice Nurse Family Partnership Clinton County Expansion

December 2, 2012

Nurse-Family Partnership® (NFP) is a nurse led, nonprofit organization addressing the needs of low income, first time parents and their children. Expanding to Clinton County beginning December 2012, this community health program helps transform the lives of vulnerable mothers that are pregnant with their first child. more»

Susquehanna Health Annouces Healthy Events for December 2012

November 29, 2012

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

Susquehanna Health Annouces Healthy Events for December 2012

November 29, 2012

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

Don’t forget safety this holiday season

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25 weeks 2 days ago

Taking electrical safety shortcuts could get your holiday season remembered for all the wrong reasons. more»

Susquehanna Health Announces 2012 Chairman’s Quality Award Winners

November 28, 2012

A team comprised of members of Susquehanna Health’s pharmacy, medical and nursing staff and information technology department was recognized for quality improvement efforts at the Chairman’s Quality Award ceremony Friday, November 9 at Williamsport Regional Medical Center. more»

Susquehanna Health Announces 2012 Chairman’s Quality Award Winners

November 28, 2012

A team comprised of members of Susquehanna Health’s pharmacy, medical and nursing staff and information technology department was recognized for quality improvement efforts at the Chairman’s Quality Award ceremony Friday, November 9 at Williamsport Regional Medical Center. more»

PennDOT Invites Public to Join in 'Food Fight' for Charity

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PennDOT's Montoursville-based district office is inviting area residents to participate in the office's annual friendly "food fight" benefitting the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank. more»

Evangelical Community Plans Hospital Gala Event

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25 weeks 3 days ago

Plans are underway for the 2013 Evangelical Community Hospital Gala event. Being held Saturday, March 9, 2013, the black-tie optional evening of dinner, dancing and live auction raises funds to advance vital Hospital initiatives. All proceeds from the 2013 Gala ticket sales, auctions, and donations will support the launch of a comprehensive diabetes care program at the Hospital. more»

Long time Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Services EMT is Awarded State EMT of the Year

November 27, 2012

Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Services (SREMS) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Tina Wright recently received the EMT of the Year Award for the State of Pennsylvania on November 19. Tina was awarded the State EMT of the year at the Pennsylvanian Fire & Emergency Services Institute Annual Conference and Awards Ceremony, in Camp Hill PA. more»

Long time Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Services EMT is Awarded State EMT of the Year

November 27, 2012

Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Services (SREMS) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Tina Wright recently received the EMT of the Year Award for the State of Pennsylvania on November 19. Tina was awarded the State EMT of the year at the Pennsylvanian Fire & Emergency Services Institute Annual Conference and Awards Ceremony, in Camp Hill PA. more»

Curiouser and Curiouser

November 26, 2012

these are my sexy old lady shoesWhen I was little, I used to notice when women wore sneakers all the time. more»

Santa and Mrs. Claus Coming to Williamsport’s West End

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WHAT: Santa and Mrs. Claus Coming to Williamsport’s West End for the 3rd Annual Lighting of the Newberry/Jaysburg Christmas Tree

WHEN: 6:30 PM, Wednesday, December 5th, 2012 Rain or shine.

WHERE: Brodart Co., 500 Arch Street – at the corner of W. Third and Arch Streets. more»

Nick Biddle Celebrates Christmas with a Free Concert

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Nick Biddle Celebrates Christmas with a Free Concert

The Christmas season has many traditions, but to one Montoursville resident, the holiday tradition is celebrating the birth of Christ with a joyful song. more»

Family Place at Evangelical Gives Birth to New Surroundings

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26 weeks 3 days ago
A rendering of a completed room at Evangelical Community Hospital’s The Family Place. The obstetrics unit will be undergoing renovations starting in December to ensure new moms feel even more comfortable in a more home-like setting.

Renovations will begin mid-December at The Family Place, Evangelical Community Hospital’s obstetrics unit. The Family Place renovations will include upgrades to patient rooms, the nursery, labor and delivery suite, family waiting room, as well as throughout the common areas.  more»

Toys for Tots Collection Site Moves from Little League Museum

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26 weeks 3 days ago
Staff Sgt. Denis Licona, left, assigned to Commander U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet, and Gunnery Sgt. Jarod Duke, assigned to Commander, Strike Force NATO staff, help open a gift for a boy during a community service event at Istituto Piccola Casetta di Nazareth, a school for underprivileged children. Marines and Sailors donated gifts to 60 children as part of the Marine Corps Toys for Tots 2009 Christmas Drive. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

The Peter J. McGovern Little League Museum may be closed, but the need for children in the community to have a good Christmas has not been forgotten by Little League Baseball and Softball. more»

Christmas Comes Early to the Muncy Historical Society with Reading

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Santa and Mrs. Claus spread cheer before the Christmas tree at Muncy Historical Society.

A flannel nightgown-clad Bob Dunkelberger will seat himself in front of Muncy Historical Society’s fireplace to read Clement Clarke Moore’s “The Night Before Christmas” classic on Saturday, Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. more»

Susquehanna Health Physicians Tap into Medical Apps for Efficient Patient Care

November 19, 2012

The next time you visit your family doctor, don’t be surprised if he or she pulls out a mobile phone during your exam. Although this may appear to be a momentary interruption, it could ultimately benefit your health. More Info

Susquehanna Health Physicians Tap into Medical Apps for Efficient Patient Care

November 19, 2012

The next time you visit your family doctor, don’t be surprised if he or she pulls out a mobile phone during your exam. Although this may appear to be a momentary interruption, it could ultimately benefit your health. More Info

End of an Era: The Center to Close

26 weeks 5 days ago
This photo of a mural on The Center is part of a tribute video made by Williamsport resident Richard James about the facility. See the link below.

The Campbell Street Family, Youth, and Community Association -- The Center --  will close, perhaps temporarily, as it moves from its current location at 600 Campbell Street in Williamsport. more»

Giving Thanks Without Gaining Weight

November 18, 2012

The holiday season is once again approaching with the Thanksgiving feast being the first of many food related mazes we navigate through. More Info

Christians Should Look Out the Window More

November 18, 2012

The world is changing much more rapidly now and Christianity has played a vital role in those changes, but few Christians seem to be noticing. They should be looking out the window more to see how the Holy Spirit is using the interrelationship of Christianity and science to produce those dramatic changes. more»

How to Save Money This Holiday Shopping Season

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27 weeks 2 days ago

Saving money while holiday shopping may sound impossible, but you don’t need to be a Scrooge to budget. Through smart strategizing, you can find the perfect gift for friends and family and keep your wallet intact.

Here are some tips to give you a leg up on your New Year’s financial resolutions:

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Susquehanna Health Welcomes New Electrophysiologist

November 13, 2012

Susquehanna Health Heart & Vascular Institute is pleased to welcome Dr. Bosede Afolabi to its team. More Info

Susquehanna Health Welcomes New Electrophysiologist

November 13, 2012

Susquehanna Health Heart & Vascular Institute is pleased to welcome Dr. Bosede Afolabi to its team. More Info

Newberry Rail Yard – Past and Present

27 weeks 4 days ago
Lycoming Valley Railroad in Newberry

The Newberry Rail Yard is unique. Not that it is the largest yard between Harrisburg and Buffalo. Not that it once had five railroads serving it. Not that it is currently over 100 acres and packed with rail lines, yet was even larger in the past. Not that it is the centerpiece of a successful public-private partnership that is nearly 30-years old. more»

Susquehanna Health Joins Geisinger in Marcellus Shale Research Effort

November 12, 2012

Susquehanna Health, a healthcare system serving northcentral Pennsylvania, has joined with Geisinger Health System and Guthrie Health to study the health impacts of Marcellus shale gas drilling, the first large-scale, scientifically rigorous assessment of the health effects of natural gas production. more»

Susquehanna Health Joins Geisinger in Marcellus Shale Research Effort

November 12, 2012

Susquehanna Health, a healthcare system serving northcentral Pennsylvania, has joined with Geisinger Health System and Guthrie Health to study the health impacts of Marcellus shale gas drilling, the first large-scale, scientifically rigorous assessment of the health effects of natural gas production. more»

Happy Veteran's Day

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Veterans Day is an official United States holiday honoring armed service veterans. more»

Susquehanna Health Coordinates Local Disaster Relief Effort

November 11, 2012

Many places along the East Coast are struggling to clean up and return to life as normal in the wake of the devastation caused by Superstorm Sandy. more»

Susquehanna Health Coordinates Local Disaster Relief Effort

November 11, 2012

Many places along the East Coast are struggling to clean up and return to life as normal in the wake of the devastation caused by Superstorm Sandy. more»

Evangelical Community Hospital Holds Screenings

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Community Health Education at Evangelical Community Hospital will hold a series of blood sugar and blood pressure screenings through the month of December.

Free Blood Pressure Screenings: more»

Tickets Available for Ken Davis Comedy Concert on Sunday

28 weeks 2 days ago

Ken Davis Comedy Concert for the Entire Family will be held tonight, Sunday. November 11, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. at the Williamsport Area High School Auditorium, 2990 West Fourth Street, Williamsport.  Music provided by "Spoken For" and Band. This concert will benefit our Shepherd Ministry of United Churches. Tickets at the door are $20. more»

Evangelical Community Hospital Holds 25th Annual Lights of Love

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Annually a tree in front of the Hospital is decorated in honor and memory of loved ones. This is the 25th Annual Lights of Love event held by Evangelical Community Hospital Auxiliary to benefit Evangelical Hospice. The tree stays lit through the end of December.

Evangelical Community Hospital will be hosting the 25th Annual Lights of Love Ceremony on Sunday, December 2 at 4 pm in the Hospital’s Dining Room, with entertainment by the Buffalo Valley Singers, and concluding with the lighting of the Lights of Love tree outside of the main entrance. Refreshments will be served. The event is being sponsored this year by A+ Office Outlet, Mifflinburg. more»

Susquehanna Health Emergency Medical Services Respond to Hurricane Sandy Aftermath

November 5, 2012

Many places along the East Coast are struggling to clean up and return life to normal in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Susquehanna Health and Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Services (SREMS) have deployed service members to Ocean County, NJ as part of the Pennsylvania Ambulance Strike Team all in an effort to provide assistance in this time of need. more»

Susquehanna Health Emergency Medical Services Respond to Hurricane Sandy Aftermath

November 5, 2012

Many places along the East Coast are struggling to clean up and return life to normal in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. Susquehanna Health and Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Services (SREMS) have deployed service members to Ocean County, NJ as part of the Pennsylvania Ambulance Strike Team all in an effort to provide assistance in this time of need. more»

Change from Daylight Saving Time to Standard Time

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The change from daylight saving time to standard time will occur on Sunday, November 4th at 2:00 a.m. (local time). Clocks should be set BACK 1 hour. more»

Mount Nittany Medical Center Events

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29 weeks 3 days ago

Tues, Nov 6 & Nov 20, Learn about hip or knee replacement

This informational session, called “A Joint Venture,” is held November 6 from 11:00 am–noon, and November 20 from 7:00–8:00 pm in conference rooms 1, 2, and 3, at Mount Nittany Medical Center. For more info, contact Val Coakley, RN, orthopedic case manager, at 814.278.4810 or vcoakley@mountnittany.org. more»

Evangelical and All Associated Offices Open For Patient Care

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29 weeks 3 days ago

Evangelical Community Hospital has announced that all operations are back to normal following Hurricane Sandy. Patients should report for scheduled appointments starting Wednesday, October 31, 2012. more»

Evangelical Joins Blue Cross of Northeastern PA in Providing Healthcare Options

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29 weeks 4 days ago

Evangelical Community Hospital, located in Lewisburg, is now a participating member of First Priority Health, a subsidiary of Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania, offering even more healthcare options and choice to the plan’s participants. more»

Closures from Evangelical

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29 weeks 4 days ago

Evangelical Community Hospital is open and will continue to provide emergency and in-patient care throughout the severe weather situation. more»

Susquehanna Health Welcomes New Orthopedic Physician Assistant

October 29, 2012

Robin Krikorian, PA-C, has joined Dr. Ronald DiSimone in his practice at Susquehanna Health Orthopedics at Divine Providence Hospital, 1705 Warren Avenue, Williamsport. More Info

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