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Geisinger Medical Center welcomes New Year baby for 2024

PHOTO PROVIDED At 4:39 a.m. on Jan. 1, Felicia and Bradlee Rindos, of Loyalsock Township, welcomed Geisinger Medical Center’s New Year’s baby for 2024. Aurora Jo Rindos was born on New Year’s Day weighing in at 7 pounds 3 ounces, and was 20 inches long. Aurora is welcomed by her parents and four older siblings.

UPMC Haven Place nurse recognized with DAISY Award

LOCK HAVEN — Kelly Nihart, LPN, Haven Place, a part of UPMC Senior Communities, was recently recognized as a recipient of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. Nihart was nominated by a co-worker who shared: “I have had the pleasure of working with Kelly for about a year now. ...

Mount Nittany welcomes first baby of 2024

STATE COLLEGE — Mount Nittany Health recently announced the birth of Parker Dean Thomas, the first baby born at Mount Nittany Medical Center in 2024. “Parker is completely adorable and precious!” said one unbiased visitor. Parker was born to proud parents Miranda and Shane from ...

Early signs of cervical cancer

Rather than looking for symptoms, the best thing you can do is have a good relationship with your women’s healthcare provider and stay on top of regular screenings. It also helps to protect yourself in your daily life. Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted infection ...

Don’t let cancer take your breath away

There are many things from everyday life that people take for granted — their loved ones, electricity, access to nature and even breathing. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s important to learn about the ways in which you can reduce your chances of developing the ...