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Susquehanna Health Cardiologist Dies Tragically In Boating Accident

August 20, 2012

Susquehanna Health deeply regrets the passing of Dr. Christopher Tobiasz. Dr. Tobiasz died yesterday, August 20, 2012 in a boating accident while vacationing on the St. Lawrence River in northern New York. More Info

Susquehanna Health Welcomes New Sports Medicine Specialist

August 19, 2012

Doctors Patrick Carey and Craig Stabler of Susquehanna Health Sports Medicine welcome Dr. Edward Gusick to their team.
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Susquehanna Health Welcomes New Sports Medicine Specialist

August 19, 2012

Doctors Patrick Carey and Craig Stabler of Susquehanna Health Sports Medicine welcome Dr. Edward Gusick to their team.
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Hospice Volunteers Provide Comfort When It’s Needed Most

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43 weeks 4 days ago

There is no perfect recipe to cope with end of life when it comes to a loved one. Even when you know the time is near, having people walk with you through the last days or months means you don’t have to be alone in the journey. more»

Susquehanna Health Medical Team Provides Little League World Series Coverage

August 16, 2012

As Little League Baseball World Series players and coaches warm up for the games, medical personnel work as a team behind the scenes exercising a strategy that has been perfected over decades.
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Susquehanna Health Medical Team Provides Little League World Series Coverage

August 16, 2012

As Little League Baseball World Series players and coaches warm up for the games, medical personnel work as a team behind the scenes exercising a strategy that has been perfected over decades.
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Central Susquehanna Valley Heart and Stroke Walk

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43 weeks 6 days ago

The 2012 Central Susquehanna Valley Heart and Stroke Walk is being sponsored in-part by Evangelical Community Hospital with President/CEO Michael O’Keefe serving as this year’s Chair of the Event. more»

Evangelical Prepares Through Exercise On Hazardous Materials and Mass Casualty

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44 weeks 1 day ago

On Tuesday, August 21, 2012 starting at 7 am and running throughout the day, Evangelical Community Hospital, in conjunction with other federal, state, and local agencies, will be holding a hazardous materials and mass casualty exercise. more»

Clarkstown Sign Restored

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44 weeks 6 days ago
Gathering to observe the newly restored sign are Marian Applegate (seated, with photo of her father, Hurley Temple); Lorne Crawford, Oliver Sones, Gail Lowe, Harold Lowe, and Mary Sones.

It was more like a family reunion than a photo op, as longtime friends gathered today in Clarkstown to appreciate a long-since damaged roadside sign that proclaims the small town's history.  more»

Susquehanna Health Offers Grief Support Program for Children

August 8, 2012

Susquehanna Health’s Heartworks Grief Support Program for children and teens begins September 25. The program will be held at Divine Providence Hospital from 6-7:30 pm.
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Susquehanna Health Offers Grief Support Program for Children

August 8, 2012

Susquehanna Health’s Heartworks Grief Support Program for children and teens begins September 25. The program will be held at Divine Providence Hospital from 6-7:30 pm.
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Susquehanna Health Welcomes Foot and Ankle Specialist

August 2, 2012

Susquehanna Health welcomes Dr. Zachary Ritter, foot and ankle specialist. Fellowship trained in foot disorders, Dr. Ritter provides a wide range of podiatric services from routine podiatry care to treatment of more serious conditions and traumas of the foot and ankle. more»

Susquehanna Health Welcomes Foot and Ankle Specialist

August 2, 2012

Susquehanna Health welcomes Dr. Zachary Ritter, foot and ankle specialist. Fellowship trained in foot disorders, Dr. Ritter provides a wide range of podiatric services from routine podiatry care to treatment of more serious conditions and traumas of the foot and ankle. more»

How to Eat Healthy on A Budget

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45 weeks 5 days ago
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You don’t want to diet, you want to change your eating habits to create a healthier lifestyle, but buying healthy foods seems more expensive than buying the quick, easy-to-fix meals. Evangelical Community Health Education wants to give you the tools you need to eat healthy on a budget. more»

Kids Who Stutter Star in DVD

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45 weeks 5 days ago

Kids who stutter have a lot to say, and friends can show them how in Stuttering: For Kids By Kids, a DVD starring real kids who stutter, available at most public libraries. more»

Local Girl Scout Presents Activity Boxes to Pediatrics at Evangelical

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45 weeks 6 days ago

Amber Fawver, 14, of Mt. Pleasant Mills recently presented the pediatrics department of Evangelical Community Hospital with 16 handmade activity boxes as well as an assortment of other items including plush flowers and slippers. more»

Susquehanna Health Expands Breastfeeding Support

July 31, 2012

In celebration of National Breastfeeding Month, Susquehanna Health is expanding its Baby Café class to provide support for breastfeeding and new mothers on a weekly basis. More Info

Susquehanna Health Expands Breastfeeding Support

July 31, 2012

In celebration of National Breastfeeding Month, Susquehanna Health is expanding its Baby Café class to provide support for breastfeeding and new mothers on a weekly basis. More Info

Mount Nittany Medical Center Events

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46 weeks 20 hours ago

Mon, Aug 6, Breast cancer support group
Meets the first Monday of each month from 5:30-7:00 pm in conference room 3 more»

Lock Haven Hospital Expands Relationship with Susquehanna Health

July 30, 2012

Lock Haven Hospital will increase on-site specialty medical services this fall, when Susquehanna Health will more than double the size of its multi-specialty clinic. more»

Lock Haven Hospital Expands Relationship with Susquehanna Health

July 30, 2012

Lock Haven Hospital will increase on-site specialty medical services this fall, when Susquehanna Health will more than double the size of its multi-specialty clinic. more»

Northcentral Pa Resident Begins Coast-to-Coast Journey to Raise Poverty Awareness

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46 weeks 2 days ago
Dick Muyambi, founder of Bicycles Against Poverty.

A Bucknell University 2012 graduate, seeking to help his fellow countrymen in Uganda, begins to pedal his way to awareness on Monday, July 30. more»

Teamwork in Music

July 27, 2012

Music has developed over a long period of time into a culture that has its own language. One example is that there are many music groups such as choirs, choruses, bands, orchestras, ensembles, and others that are excellent examples of teams, but the word “team” is never used to describe them. more»

Suicide Prevention Website Launches in Lycoming County

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47 weeks 35 min ago

Central Pennsylvania now has another launching pad to the world. Tuesday marked the debut of a new web site, http://www.lifeisworthliving.org/. The site is an outreach of the Lycoming County Suicide Prevention Coalition and the Suicide Prevention Task Force of the United Churches of Lycoming County. more»

Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for August 2012

July 24, 2012

Susquehanna Health announces healthy events scheduled for the month of August to provide health information and benefit the community.
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Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for August 2012

July 24, 2012

Susquehanna Health announces healthy events scheduled for the month of August to provide health information and benefit the community.
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Local Girl Fights Brain Tumor with Community's Help

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47 weeks 4 days ago

At only four years old, Mallory Ade is a fighter. Last year, she was diagnosed with a brain tumor and, since then, has endured surgeries and chemotherapy. more»

ELYMCA Silver Sneakers and Susquehanna Striders Celebrate Good Health Together

July 17, 2012

The Eastern Lycoming YMCA, Muncy, will host a combined group event for the Susquehanna Striders and Silver Sneakers Friday, July 20. more»

ELYMCA Silver Sneakers and Susquehanna Striders Celebrate Good Health Together

July 17, 2012

The Eastern Lycoming YMCA, Muncy, will host a combined group event for the Susquehanna Striders and Silver Sneakers Friday, July 20. more»

Divine Providence Hospital Auxiliary to Hold Backyard Festival and Yard Sale

July 16, 2012

The Divine Providence Hospital (DPH) Auxiliary will hold a Backyard Festival and Yard Sale Saturday, July 21 from 8 am to 6 pm in the hospital auditorium and on the grounds behind the hospital.
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Divine Providence Hospital Auxiliary to Hold Yard Sale

July 16, 2012

The Divine Providence Hospital (DPH) Auxiliary will hold a Yard Sale Saturday, July 21 from 8 am to 1 pm in the hospital auditorium.
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Divine Providence Hospital Auxiliary to Hold Yard Sale

July 16, 2012

The Divine Providence Hospital (DPH) Auxiliary will hold a Yard Sale Saturday, July 21 from 8 am to 1 pm in the hospital auditorium.
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Forget-Me-Not Happy Hour to Benefit Walk to End Alzheimer's

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48 weeks 1 day ago
Local elder law attorneys Dale Tice and Tammy Weber from Marshall, Parker & Associates and Jim Malee from Malee Law Firm will battle it out for the most tips at the Alzheimer's Forget-Me-Not Happy Hour Fundraiser on July 26th at the Old Corner in Williamsport.

The Northcental PA Geriatric Interest Network is hosting The Forget-Me-Not Happy Hour to benefit the local Walk to End Alzheimer's on Thursday, July 26th from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM at the Old Corner in Williamsport. The event is open to the public and admission to the event is a $5.00 donation. more»

Susquehanna Health Oncologist Offers Perspective on PSA Screening

July 15, 2012

The recent recommendation by the United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) against prostate specific antigen (PSA) screening for prostate cancer has resulted in controversy and confusion among patients and providers. More Info

Kids in the Kitchen: Prepare and Taste a Rainbow of Healthy Snacks

July 15, 2012

Susquehanna Health and Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania will host a free Kids in the Kitchen: Taste a Rainbow of Healthy Snacks program Tuesday, July 24 at The LifeCenterTM, Lycoming Mall, Pennsdale.
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Susquehanna Health Oncologist Offers Perspective on PSA Screening

July 15, 2012

The recent recommendation by the United States Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) against prostate specific antigen (PSA) screening for prostate cancer has resulted in controversy and confusion among patients and providers. More Info

Kids in the Kitchen: Prepare and Taste a Rainbow of Healthy Snacks

July 15, 2012

Susquehanna Health and Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania will host a free Kids in the Kitchen: Taste a Rainbow of Healthy Snacks program Tuesday, July 24 at The LifeCenterTM, Lycoming Mall, Pennsdale.
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Our Town Muncy Documentary Preproduction/Wipe Board Meeting; All Muncy Residents Invited

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48 weeks 4 days ago
WVIA Our Town producer, Lisa Mazzarella, speaks to a group of interested Muncians during a second informational meeting held July 12 at the Muncy High School.

WVIA invites Muncy residents to the “Our Town Muncy” documentary film preproduction/Wipe Board meeting, which will occur Wednesday, July 18 at 5:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church located at 602 South Market Street. more»

Susquehanna Health Selects Advanced Practice Nursing Scholarship Recipient

July 12, 2012

Kelly Douglass, registered nurse and clinical supervisor of the Emergency Department at Williamsport Regional Medical Center, has been selected as the recipient of the Rosalie Kaleda Scholarship for Advanced Practice RNs.
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Susquehanna Health Selects Advanced Practice Nursing Scholarship Recipient

July 12, 2012

Kelly Douglass, registered nurse and clinical supervisor of the Emergency Department at Williamsport Regional Medical Center, has been selected as the recipient of the Rosalie Kaleda Scholarship for Advanced Practice RNs.
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Evangelical Community Hospital Heart and Soles Kicks-Off 8th Year

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48 weeks 5 days ago
Heart and Soles walkers do their laps around the mall before it opens to customers. Each lap of the Mall equals .7 miles.

Every step counts in heart health and 30 minutes of daily walking minimizes factors associated with heart disease. With this in mind, Evangelical Community Hospital recently kicked off its 8th anniversary Heart and Soles event. more»

Stroke Awareness Golf Tournament Raises $5K in Memory of Local Man

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48 weeks 5 days ago
Golfers line up in their carts to start play of the Stroke Awareness Golf Tournament.

The Third Annual Stroke Awareness Golf Tournament in memory of Duane Sharp of Mifflinburg, was held June 28th at the Shade Mountain Golf Course, Middleburg. The day, meant to educate and highlight stroke prevention, brought 114 golfers to the event and raised $5600 for Evangelical Community Hospital’s Acute Rehab, the unit that aids stroke patients in recovery. more»

Archaeology News

July 11, 2012
Lyco student pedestals features

Lyco student pedestals features at the Glunk more»

Last Call for Lycoming College for Kids, Teens Summer Program

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49 weeks 21 hours ago

Looking for a summer adventure for your child? Instead of watching too much television or playing video games, wouldn’t you rather your children and teens make slime, solve a mystery, launch a rocket or invent a toy? more»

Diabetes: Awareness is the First-Step

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49 weeks 1 day ago

There are over 25 million people with diabetes in the United States, 7 million of whom are undiagnosed. Knowing how to monitor your body and taking part in regular screenings can help you make informed decisions about your health. more»

Williamsport Regional Medical Center Awarded an “A” for Patient Safety

July 8, 2012

Williamsport Regional Medical Center 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. More Info

Williamsport Regional Medical Center Awarded an “A” for Patient Safety

July 8, 2012

Williamsport Regional Medical Center 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. More Info

Evangelical Community Hospital Invites Golfers and Sponsors to Take Part in 26th Golf Classic Event

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50 weeks 11 hours ago

Evangelical Community Hospital will host its 26th Golf Classic on Friday, August 17, 2012 at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club. Morning and afternoon shotgun starts are available at 8 am and 1:30 pm. Entry fee for each golfer is $125 and includes golf, golf cart, lunch and choices of breakfast or dinner. more»

Hybrid Operating Room Brings New Level of Technology

July 2, 2012

Dr. Eric Adams, vascular surgeon from Susquehanna Health’s Heart & Vascular Institute, utilized the new, state of the art hybrid operating room for the first time Tuesday, June 26. More Info

Hybrid Operating Room Brings New Level of Technology

July 2, 2012

Dr. Eric Adams, vascular surgeon from Susquehanna Health’s Heart & Vascular Institute, utilized the new, state of the art hybrid operating room for the first time Tuesday, June 26. More Info

Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for July 2012

July 1, 2012

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

Susquehanna Health Announces Healthy Events for July 2012

July 1, 2012

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

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