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Is it a headache, a migraine or something more serious?

Although all migraines are headaches, how do you know whether what you’re experiencing is just a headache or if it’s the more debilitating migraine? “Just about everyone experiences headaches,” said Suhag Patel, PA-C, UPMC Neurology. A run-of-the-mill headache usually is characterized by a pressure sensation, like a vice grip, affecting both sides of your head, he said. “Most of the time you can function through them without any other symptoms associated,” he explained. “They’re really not debilitating. They can be more annoying than anything, but usually ...

PCT student, faculty member receive awards

At a recent ceremony for graduating nursing students, Pennsylvania College of Technology presented DAISY Awards for Extraordinary Nursing to student Makenna J. Buck and faculty member Tushanna M. Habalar. Buck, of Blossburg, was among 11 nominees for the award for nursing students. Her nominator wrote: “I encountered Makenna Buck when my 91-year-old mother was a patient at UPMC Williamsport. Mom has dementia and was a bit unsettled by all of the scans and necessary checks being done to her. When it came time for a blood draw, she was apprehensive. Makenna and another new nurse ...

UPMC expert: Understanding cardiac MRI

We know that when you get a CT scan or experience other kinds of medical imaging, the staff taking the images needs to protect themselves by leaving the room. Think about when you need an x-ray at your dental office — they put that heavy layer of protection on you just for a picture of your mouth. They do this because the ionizing radiation that is used to take the images is damaging to DNA and the tissue of living things, and a possible cause of cancer in the future. The cells in our bodies are very efficient at repairing this damage and medical staff use the lowest dosages ...

UPMC, Deep Green Journey to offer healing nature walk

UPMC Home Healthcare of Central Pennsylvania and Family Hospice of Central Pa., in partnership with Deep Green Journey, will be offering a grief support forest therapy walk on Thursday, July 18, 5 to 7 p.m., at Rider Park, 1769 Caleb Creek Road, Trout Run. This unique interaction with the natural world invites participants to slow down and to be open to their surroundings, using all their senses. This is a gentle walk where participants can feel free to participate as much or as little as is comfortable. Registration is required. For questions or to register, contact Ashley ...

Evangelical Community Hospital announces EMS Provider of the Year

LEWISBURG — Ashley Houtz, advanced EMT, Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services (ERMMS), was recently presented the EMS Provider of the Year Award through Geisinger Medical Center. Emergency medical services (EMS) providers and fellow first responders were recognized for service to ...