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UPMC North Central Pa. facilities nationally recognized for high-quality stroke care

WILLIAMSPORT — UPMC in North Central Pa. facilities have received American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines — Stroke quality achievement awards for their commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. UPMC’s Outpatient Emergency Department in Lock Haven and UPMC Williamsport have earned the Gold Plus designation. To be awarded Gold Plus, a hospital must reach at least 85% compliance in numerous quality measures ...

Three states renew their effort to reduce access to the abortion drug mifepristone

Three states are renewing a legal push to restrict access to the abortion medication mifepristone, including reinstating requirements it be dispensed in person instead of by mail. The request from Kansas, Idaho and Missouri filed Friday would bar the drug’s use after seven weeks of pregnancy instead of 10 and require three in-person doctor office visits instead of none in the latest attempt to make it harder to get a drug that’s used in most abortions nationally. The filing seeking to sue the U.S. Food and Drug Administration was made in a federal court in Texas where the case ...

Discover the lifelong benefits of regular primary care visits

Our attention is pulled in so many different directions in today’s fast-paced world. When we feel fine, it’s easy to push our health to the back burner. Many people debate the need for a primary care provider (PCP) when they’re in good health or rely on specialists like OB/GYNs for ...

How to bounce back after a bug

Being sick throws a wrench into everyone’s plans — whether they involve work, school or fun. And it may be tempting to keep going at your normal pace so you can get back to business as usual. But taking a break to rest and recover is essential so you can regain your full strength and ...

UPMC hosts candlelight vigil for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

WILLIAMSPORT — UPMC hosted its third annual candlelight vigil for community members affected by suicide in honor of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. “Suicide affects every community, and it’s crucial that we come together to support one another and raise awareness,” said ...

UPMC nurses recognized with DAISY Awards

WILLIAMSPORT — Three nurses from UPMC in North Central Pa. were recently recognized as recipients of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. Melissa Lehman, LPN, Cole Place, part of UPMC Senior Communities; Jennifer Jeirles, LPN, UPMC Outpatient Emergency Department in Lock Haven; and ...