As January comes to a close, many people who participated in Dry January begin to consider returning to their usual drinking habits. This pause from alcohol often highlights how closely drinking habits are tied to heart and vascular health. While Dry January is commonly viewed as a short-term ...
WILLIAMSPORT — The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) recently recognized UPMC Williamsport’s Intensive Care Unit with a silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence. This is a significant achievement as more than 575 units from around the country applied for the award in 2025. “This recognition reflects our team’s commitment to providing the highest level of care for every patient while strengthening the health of our entire community,” said Patti Jackson-Gehris, market president, UPMC North Central Pa., and president, UPMC Williamsport. “It demonstrates ...
Protein just got a big boost from U.S. health officials. The latest federal dietary guidelines tell Americans to “prioritize protein foods at every meal” and advise increasing daily intake — up to double the amount of previous recommendations. “We are ending the war on ...
A Portland, Oregon, boy is struggling to recover from infant botulism after drinking contaminated ByHeart baby formula donated through a program that aims to help poor and homeless families. Ashaan Carter, now 10 months old, was hospitalized twice and remains on a feeding tube after ...
As the calendar flips to a new year, so many of us set bold goals to exercise more, stress less, eat better, and live with a bit more balance. But here’s an energizing truth to kickstart your year: improving your sleep might be the single most powerful change you make. Quality rest ...
‘Tis the season for cooler temps, shorter days and cozy nights by the fire. Unfortunately, this time of year also marks the start of flu season, which typically lasts from October through May. The flu spreads primarily through respiratory droplets that get airborne when an infected person ...
