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Health

Pennsylvania’s health care access ‘still in the dark ages’

(The Center Square) — For an aging state that’s seen depopulation in the majority of its counties, Pennsylvania’s health care system struggles to meet the needs of its residents. “Access to care is a crisis here in the commonwealth,” said Rep. Bridget Kosierowski, D-Scranton, during ...

ICU nurse earns DAISY Award at UPMC Williamsport

Kaeli Newcomb, CRNP, Intensive Care Unit, UPMC Williamsport, was recently recognized as a recipient of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. Newcomb was nominated by a co-worker who shared: “Kaeli and I have worked together the last five years. Having her as my sister’s nurse the last ...

Hillside Senior Living in Montoursville to celebrate 25th anniversary

Twenty-five years ago, Hillside Restaurant underwent a major facelift as it became Hillside Senior Living. The assisted living center, located at 2725 Four Mile Drive, Montoursville, will commemorate that milestone with an open house later this week. “Prior to being an assisted living ...

UPMC expert: Early detection key for cancer care

The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates that a little over 1.9 million people have been diagnosed with cancer in 2023 — and more than 609,820 will die. To help reduce cancer deaths, the ACS recommends a wide range of cancer screenings to promote early detection over your lifetime. While ...