Group’s mammogram study far from last word
Recent news regarding delaying mammograms until age 50 does not have to deter women from undergoing testing they might otherwise consider earlier in life. Dr. Timothy Pagana, director of Susquehanna Health’s Kathryn Candor Lundy Breast Health Center, made it clear much debate remains to be had regarding the issue. Pagana said he remains impressed by the number of women between 40 and 50 he’s seen over the years, some of whom have seen cancerous breast tumors located as the result of the screenings. He said his office has received a lot of calls since news of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) study recommended women between 50 and 74 undergo mammography every two years. The task force also concluded self breast exams do no good and women should not be taught to do them. “These women don’t know what to do, so we are trying to guide them appropriately,” he said.
» Full StoryCloudy skies, not computer systems, impact local flights
Williamport Regional Airport official Thursday said a Federal Aviation Administration computer glitch that caused widespread flight cancellations and delays had little or no impact on local air service.
» Full StoryStreets to be closed for parade
The 60th annual Billtown Holiday Parade will herald yet another holiday season for the city tonight when it begins its march at 6 p.m.
» Full StoryParade lineup features pre-show plus 5 divisions
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• American Flag Color Guard
• Williamsport City Police cruisers
• Williamsport Mounted Police Color Guard, featuring Doc Miller and Chris Miller
• Williamsport Police...
Mayor mum about trip to Kohl’s headquarters
“When the time is appropriate I will let you know.”
That’s how Mayor Gabriel J. Campana responded to queries Thursday about what happened Wednesday when he visited the Kohl’s retail chain’s Wisconsin headquarters.
Seller Beware!
“Throw it away.”
That is local attorney Lester L. “Bud” Greevy Jr.’s advice to landowners with natural gas leases who have received offers to sell their hydrocarbon rights to Griffith Land Service Inc., of Houston, Texas.
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