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Presenting the winners of WMCHC’s Patient Appreciation Prize  [Photo gallery]
HONESDALE, PA — During National Health Center Week, August 4-10, Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) held a free raffle for patients who visited any of their 19 sites. Prizes, which … more
Walk to end suicide [Photo gallery]
KAUNEONGA LAKE, NY — The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) will hold its Out of the Darkness Community Walk in Sullivan County on Sunday, October 6, Participants will leave at … more
Wayne Memorial Hospital (WMH) in Honesdale, PA, was recently accredited by the Corazon Chest Pain Center. Pictured are staff from the cardiac care team. For a list of everyone pictured, visit www.wmh.org/news/wmh-chest-pain-center-accreditation/.
WMH accredited for cardiac care [Photo gallery]
HONESDALE, PA — Wayne Memorial Hospital (WMH) was recently accredited by the Corazon Chest Pain Center.  “This honor reflects the hospital’s outstanding commitment to … more
Wayne Memorial Hospital announces the following births: [Photo gallery]
Greyson Ashford was born September 9, 2024 to Alexandria Ashford of Honesdale, PA. Maternal grandparent is Danielle Ashford of Honesdale, PA. Amelia Rose Ann Hallock was born September 20, 2024 … more
Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) opened the Carbondale (PA) Walk-In Care facility on September 20. Pictured are Amy Larkin, left; Barbara Jones; Jackie Flynn; Megan Neubert; Brittany Jenkins; Jackie Hillriegal; Lauren LaFlair; Wynter Newman; Erica Brown; Patricia Dunsinger; John Brennan; Michele Bannon, Mayor of Carbondale; Robert Fortuner; Kristin Patuk; and Patricia Alfredson.
Carbondale walk-in care opens [Photo gallery]
CARBONDALE, PA — Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) opened the Carbondale Walk-In Care (CWI) on September 20. The center, located at 150 Brooklyn St., is open Monday through … more
Cancer Institute releases cancer report [Photo gallery]
NORTHEAST PA — The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute (NRCI), a local community-based nonprofit organization, has released its latest report on cancer in the region, titled “Cancer in … more
Changes in regulation and legislation have allowed Medicare Advantage health plans, such as Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in New York, more flexibility in designing specially tailored benefits that support a person’s overall health and well-being. These supplemental benefits are unique to MA and can help address gaps in traditional Medicare.
MA supplemental benefits address gaps in traditional Medicare [Photo gallery]
Medicare Advantage (MA), also known as Medicare Part C, is a managed-care alternative to traditional Medicare coverage. It is offered by health plans.  In recent years, MA membership has … more
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A recent study by Potemkin Hyundai found that 78 percent of long-distance drivers in New York regularly consume junk food, equating to almost 7.3 million drivers.
Don’t eat and drive [Photo gallery]
NATIONWIDE — Long car commutes have long been linked to negative health outcomes. They could be contributing to a sedentary lifestyle that can lead to serious issues such as weight gain, … more
October 24 is World Polio Day. It exists to remind us of the toll polio took before a vaccine was available. Don’t play a lottery game with your family’s health, says polio survivor and microbiology professor Michael Kossove. "If you haven’t already done so, get your children immunized, as well as yourself."..
World Polio Day [Photo gallery]
World Polio Day is Thursday, October 24. That probably wouldn’t mean much to many readers today. You might think “Polio, there’s no more polio; it’s a thing of the … more
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Train your brain to improve your balance. Play hopscotch, dance, walk while bouncing a ball or just walk and carry something in one hand and then switch to your other side. You get the idea; there are many options.
A balanced equation [Photo gallery]
Balance is the ability to maintain an upright posture despite external challenges. Developmentally, we start out in life unable to even sit up without toppling over. Given lots of opportunities to … more
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Garnet Health to host free mammograms
MIDDLETOWN/HARRIS, NY — Garnet Health is offering free breast screenings, including mammograms, to qualified individuals. The screenings will take place on Saturday, October 26 at Garnet Health … more
The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute (NRCI) recently received a check for $56,000 from the Spirit of Hope Celebration board of ambassadors and associate board.
Spirit of Hope raises $56,000 for NRCI
SCRANTON, PA – The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute (NRCI) recently received a check for $56,000 from the Spirit of Hope Celebration board of ambassadors and associate board. The check came … more
Marla Dempsey, D.O., Honesdale (PA) Family Health Center
Family physician Marla Dempsey practicing in Honesdale
HONESDALE, PA — Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) recently welcomed board-certified family physician Marla Dempsey, D.O. as its newest primary care provider. Dr. Dempsey is … more
Hospice of Orange & Sullivan rates five stars
ORANGE AND SULLIVAN COUNTIES — The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued its star rating report, and Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties (Hospice) is officially a … more
The McDonald Foundation donated $5,000 to NRCI. Pictured are Karen Saunders, president of the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute, left; Nevin Gerber of the McDonald Foundation; and Leo Vergnetti, Spirit of Hope board of ambassadors chairman.
McDonald Foundation donates $5,000 to NRCI
SCRANTON, PA — The McDonald Foundation presented the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute with a $5,000 donation to support the institute’s Community-Based Cancer Screening Navigation … more
Bindu Pathrose, D.O., leads the new new Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) specialty practice at Garnet Health Doctors.
Physical medicine, rehab practice at Garnet Health
MIDDLETOWN, NY — Garnet Health Doctors has opened a new Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) specialty practice, led by Bindu Pathrose, D.O. PM&R focuses on impairments affecting … more
The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) warn people of all ages about the risks of sepsis, a severe and life-threatening, yet often preventable condition.
Be aware of sepsis
NEW YORK STATE — The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) warn people of all ages about the risks of sepsis, a severe and … more
Research by dentists at Affordable Dentures and Implants shows that when parents act as the Tooth Fairy, those in New York pay, on average, $5.60 for their children’s teeth. In PA it’s a comparatively cheap $3.45. ..
Tooth fairy economics
NATIONWIDE — The Tooth Fairy is a tradition that can really help children get more comfortable with losing their baby teeth. Affordable Dentures & Implants, which has practices in … more
A number to remember: 988
NATIONWIDE — Preventing suicide is about more than words. It’s about a number: 988. “Instead of remembering a 10-digit number during really tough times, you just need to remember … more
Blood drives in Sullivan
SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — Blood donors are needed now to help combat critical shortages. Donors of all blood types, especially those with type O blood, those giving platelets and those who have … more
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