STATE COLLEGE — Glenn and Lois Moyer have made a generous naming gift to the Mount Nittany Health Foundation in honor of their late son, Tobias “Toby” Moyer. This gift, which will support the Mount Nittany Health Toftrees location, is a poignant reflection of their passion for supporting ...
WILLIAMSPORT — UPMC in North Central Pa. and two of its hospitals received statewide recognitions for their efforts to support and raise awareness about organ, eyes and tissue donation. UPMC in North Central Pa., which includes UPMC Cole, UPMC Muncy, UPMC Wellsboro, UPMC Williamsport and UPMC facilities in Lock Haven, earned third place as a Gift of Life Donor Program Top Performing Health Systems in The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania’s (HAP) 2024 Donate Life PA Hospital Challenge. At the hospital level, UPMC Williamsport received “Titanium” Gift of Life ...
WILLIAMSPORT — UPMC Williamsport has once again achieved Level II Trauma Center accreditation by the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation (PTSF). This accreditation goes into effect Oct. 1, 2024. “Since our Level II Trauma Center designation in 2021, our care teams have been ...
One of the most unique and explosive motions in sports is the overhead throwing motion. Throwing a baseball, softball or football overhead places extremely high stresses on the shoulder and elbow. In order to put velocity into a thrown ball, power is generated from the ground with the lower ...
STATE COLLEGE — As the back-to-school season approaches, Mount Nittany Health is committed to ensuring a healthy and successful start to the new academic year for students and their families. To help parents prepare, we are offering essential health tips to keep children healthy, happy, and ready to learn. — Establish Healthy Sleep Routines: Sleep is vital for children's physical and mental development. It is important to establish consistent bedtime routines and ensure children get the recommended amount of sleep: Ages 6-12: 9-12 hours per night; Ages 13-18: 8-10 hours per ...
A vasectomy is a big decision. There’s a lot to consider — including recovery. Knowing what to expect in the healing process can make things go a little smoother. Getting things rolling Before you have a vasectomy, you’ll start by meeting with your healthcare provider. They’ll ...
