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Health systems, public comment on WHS-UPMC merger …

WebAccording to the Hospital and Health System Association of Pennsylvania, WHS’ economic benefit to Pennsylvania’s economy in 2022 was $525,472,603. …

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Washington Health System to merge with UPMC

WebWashington Health System is merging with University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). WHS announced the merger Tuesday after signing a non-binding letter …

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Washington mayor pledges support of WHS, UPMC merger

WebJan 31, 2024 By Paul Paterra 4 min read. Washington Mayor JoJo Burgess has thrown his support behind the proposed merger of the Washington Health System and University of …

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How does menopause raise the risk of a heart attack

WebMehta was lead author of the article published in the journal “Nature,” and researched the article along with physicians from AHN and the Harvard Medical School.

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Fayette County enacts first step of ‘Blue Zones Project’ to …

WebShe said the group was formed after data from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Community Health Grades ranked Fayette County 66th out of 67 in health …

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New CEO named for WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital

WebJun 8, 2022 2 min read. WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital will have a new CEO and president this fall. Carrie E. Willetts was named to the position, and will also serve as …

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Hospice: all about care to enhance a patient’s life

WebHospice care involves the expertise of the patient’s primary care physician (PCP), registered nurses, hospice aides, social workers, spiritual advisers, and …

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WHS launches nursing residency program

WebMar 5, 2023 By Karen Mansfield [email protected] 2 min read. A new residency program at Washington Health System aims to make the transition from …

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Give life with blood and plasma

WebFinancial donations and volunteering are popular ways to give back to nonprofit organizations. However, there are many additional ways to give back, including …

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Wesley Health Center offers free healthcare to everyone

WebThis year, the mission started by Wesley United Methodist Church, Wesley Health Center, is celebrating 30 years of free health care. “Wesley Health Center …

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Understanding the impacts of LDL cholesterol

WebFor healthy adults an LDL at or below 100 mg/dL is ideal for good health. If you have a history of heart attack or stroke and are already on a cholesterol-lowering …

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Adamo named Penn Highlands Southwest Region president

WebPeter Adamo, a 30-year veteran of the health care industry, has been appointed to fill a newly created position within the Penn Highlands Healthcare system. …

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Bill proposes mental health days for students

WebThe number of students reporting poor mental health is increasing. For the past three years, the Pennsylvania School Boards Association’s State of Education …

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Chicken soup: Cold and flu season fighter

WebWe know chicken soup tastes good, but this winter go-to has also been a popular home remedy for the common cold and flu since at least the 12th century, when …

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Penn Highlands Connellsville concludes 1st year in new …

WebApr 20, 2023 By Alyssa Choiniere achoiniere @heraldstandard.Com 3 min read. Penn Highlands Connellsville wrapped up its first year in the Penn Highlands Healthcare …

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Care Center offers services those in need of mental health and …

WebAt the Care Center, Inc. in Washington and Green counties, Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services, Inc. (SPHS) helps clients with a number of difficult-to …

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Volunteer medical students are trying to fill the health care gap for

WebDr. Ray Mendez, right, examines Moises Abraham Hidalgo Sarmiento, 30, of Peru outside of the 1st District police station where migrants are camped, Saturday, Oct. …

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Highlands Hospital merging with Penn Highlands Health System

WebPenn Highlands, one of the fastest-growing health systems in the state, operates seven hospitals, including Mon Valley Hospital, and more than 150 clinics and …

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