Whatever happened to those antibiotics you ended up not needing? Or that leftover pain medicine from an old knee injury? You might think they’re fine to pass along to someone else with a similar condition. Before you share, think twice. Sharing meds isn’t a good idea. It’s ...
STATE COLLEGE — Mount Nittany Health is pleased to announce the addition of seven new primary care providers to its team, furthering its commitment to accessible care for the community. These providers bring expertise and dedication to help patients maintain their health and well-being. New providers include: — Manasi Badve, MD – Hospital Drive — Caroline McAllister – Mifflin County — Paige McCaleb, MD – Bellefonte — Claire Nelson, DO – Toftrees — Harsiman Singh, DO – Boalsburg — Prachi Singh, DO – Toftrees — Paige Witkowski, DO – ...
WILLIAMSPORT — UPMC welcomes Megan Young, M.D., to the UPMC Rheumatology team in Williamsport. Dr. Young completed her medical degree, residency and fellowship with West Virginia University School of Medicine in Morgantown, W.Va. She is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. “I grew up in Williamsport, and it is very meaningful to return home to care for the community that raised me,” said Dr. Young. “As a rheumatologist, I help patients manage complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis and lupus, so they can improve their ...
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. flu season is starting slowly, and it’s unclear if it will be as bad as last winter’s, but some health experts are worried as U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data posted Friday shows a new version of the virus has emerged. An early analysis suggests current vaccines may still be somewhat effective against the new version of the flu, which has been the main driver of recent infections, CDC data shows. Some scientists and medical professionals are more worried about disappointing vaccination rates, a main reason why flu hospitalizations ...
The holidays are a time of merriment, festivity — and, for many, tense family gatherings. People think, “How do I deal with relatives who, at times, are intrusive or trigger me or say things that are abusive?” said Mark Rapaport, president-elect of the American Psychiatric ...
The holiday season is a time for celebration, connection and plenty of delicious food. But for those managing diabetes, this time of year can also bring unique challenges. From festive gatherings to family dinners, the abundance of sweets and rich dishes can make it difficult to keep blood ...
