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ONLINE — Are you burned out and exhausted? Join a workshop at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 26 to learn how to care for yourself. Often as adults, we put ourselves last on the list. Research … more
HONESDALE, PA — As it weathers a trying financial period, Wayne Memorial Hospital (WMH) has taken a first step to officially expand into Susquehanna County, while it also takes a step back from … more
Sunday, September 10 is  Grandparents Day. It’s a good opportunity to take the time to recognize the hardworking grandparents who are actively involved in shaping the lives of their … more
PORT JERVIS, NY — St. Josephs Place, located on the campus of WMCHealth’s Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis, NY, recently received a five-star nursing home rating from the … more
Sharing the journey HAWLEY, PA — The fourth annual Wayne/Pike Suicide Awareness Prevention and Remembrance Walk will be held on Saturday, September 16 at the Wallenpaupack Area High … more
HONESDALE, PA — For some children (and adults), getting a blood test can be pretty scary. Cuddly teddy bears can help, according to many child health experts. The Garing family, which owns … more
NATIONWIDE — The opioid crisis has emerged as one of the most pressing public health challenges of our time, wreaking havoc on individuals, families and communities across countries.  … more
SCRANTON, PA — One of the fastest-growing careers in health care has nothing to do with direct medical care.  Using their encyclopedic knowledge of local resources, community health … more
MONTICELLO, NY — Overdose deaths are not limited to young people. They are all people. According to the New York State Department of Health, Sullivan County holds the highest rate of … more
It’s possible to overdose on all types of drugs, including methamphetamine, alcohol and prescription (pharmaceutical) medication including benzodiazepines, anti-psychotics, anti-convulsant and … more
There’s lots of help available for people who are dependent on opioids. The types of help available include getting support, learning how to change your behavior or taking medications to reduce … more
Many people are prescribed medications containing opioids for treating pain, often after an injury or surgery. Most opioids are used to treat pain that is moderate to severe. Mild (low-level) pain … more
WAYMART, PA — Out of an abundance of caution and concern for the safety of residents and staff, Wayne Woodlands Manor is temporarily restricting visitation as of today at its facility in … more
HONESDALE, PA — The Alzheimer’s Association and Wayne Memorial Hospital will present an educational program on Thursday, August 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Wayne Memorial Hospital. … more
HONESDALE, PA — Leaders from Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) were presented with a proclamation from the Wayne County Commissioners that declared August 6-12 as National Health … more
NEW YORK STATE — Community Based Services (CBS) announced plans to merge with In Flight, Inc., a New York-based organization that provides residential, community and day habilitation services … more
Pediatrician Melissa Jones, DO, Returns to NEPA HONESDALE, PA — After 13 years away, living in multiple states and working with people of all demographics, board-certified pediatrician … more
SCRANTON, PA — Staff from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Office of Intergovernmental & External Affairs … more
Wayne Memorial Hospital announces the following births: Wrenley Mae Hoffman was born July 3, 2023 to Katherine I. Schwab and Dylan J. Hoffman of Damascus, PA. Maternal grandparents are Delvin F. … more
NATIONWIDE — On the 33rd anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Sen. Bob Casey, chairman of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, introduced new legislation … more
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