BELLEFONTE — Mount Nittany Health has recently announced Becky Jordan, CRNP, Bellefonte Internal Medicine, was honored by United Healthcare for her outstanding service in exceeding the expectations for patients who are United Healthcare members. Jordan was recognized for her exceptional care ...

When a person has sleep apnea, let’s face it: They aren’t the easiest of bed partners. Treating this common condition not only eases annoyances, but it can prevent a range of serious health issues. Many cases do go untreated — simply because not everyone has someone to wake them up and ...

The warmer weather is finally here and it’s time to swap out a beanie and scarf for light layers and sunscreen to help protect you from the elements of the new season. May is Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness Month, a time to gain an understanding about the most prevalent cancer in ...

DANVILLE — Geisinger recently announced that Amitpal S. Johal, M.D., will serve as the chair of gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition weight management for the health system. Dr. Johal brings more than 17 years of experience to the position. He began his career at Geisinger in 2006 as ...

DANVILLE — During the first two weeks of April, several Geisinger hospitals held flag-raising events to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation. “Over the last year we’ve been able to complete 80 successful transplants because of living and deceased donors,” said Dr. ...

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania lawmakers on Wednesday sent a bill to Gov. Josh Shapiro's desk that they say will save lives by helping patients afford additional screenings to diagnose breast cancer more quickly. Shapiro, a Democrat, has said he will sign it. The bill passed the state ...