November is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to one of the leading causes of illness and death in the United States — yet one that is often misunderstood or undiagnosed. COPD is not a single disease but a group of lung conditions, ...
DANVILLE — Researchers at Geisinger have been awarded funding to pioneer a new approach to predicting thoracic aortic dissection (TAD) — a life-threatening cardiovascular emergency that often occurs without warning. The grant, from The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health, will support development of an advanced AI and machine learning–based predictive tool to identify patients at highest risk for TAD earlier and more accurately than current methods. “Traditional approaches rely heavily on measuring the size of the aorta, but many patients dissect without ever reaching ...
STATE COLLEGE — Mount Nittany Health is proud to announce that it has once again earned an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for the Fall 2025 reporting period. This national recognition reaffirms Mount Nittany Health’s unwavering commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care to patients throughout the region. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is a widely respected benchmark that evaluates hospitals on their performance in preventing medical errors, infections and other safety concerns. Mount Nittany Health’s continued “A” grade reflects the dedication of its entire ...
After a disruptive U.S. government shutdown, federal SNAP food assistance is again flowing to low-income households. But in the months ahead, many participants will have to abide by new work requirements. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides monthly benefits — averaging around $190 per person — to about 42 million people nationwide. During the first couple weeks of November, many of those recipients missed their regular allotments as President Donald Trump’s administration battled in court over whether to tap into reserves to fund the program while the ...
WILLIAMSPORT — Mike Gaetano, 65, of Williamsport, has always lived with purpose — in business, in family and in fitness. A former college wrestler and longtime insurance executive, Mike built his life around discipline and movement. “I’ve always believed in taking care of my ...
As temperatures drop and sniffles rise, many wonder: does cold weather make you sick? While chilly air itself doesn’t cause illness, it can create conditions that make your body more vulnerable to infection and discomfort. The Truth About Cold Weather and Colds According to the CDC, ...
