Geisinger honored by American Medical Association for promoting well-being of health care workers

October 20, 2023

DANVILLE, Pa. — Geisinger has earned recognition from the American Medical Association (AMA) as a Joy in Medicine recognized organization. The prestigious AMA distinction is granted only to organizations that attest to the rigorous criteria of the Joy in Medicine Health System Recognition Program and demonstrate a commitment to preserving the well-being of clinical care team members through proven efforts to combat work-related stress and burnout. “While there is still work to do, this recognition is a testament to our commitment to building a culture that allows our Geisinger ...

Are 3D mammograms better than standard 2D imaging for catching advanced cancers?

October 20, 2023

Are 3D mammograms better than standard 2D imaging for catching advanced cancers? A clinical trial is recruiting thousands of volunteers — including a large number of Black women who face disparities in breast cancer death rates — to try to find out. People like Carole Stovall, a ...

Treat yourself to exercise

October 13, 2023

While rest is always an important component of treatment and recovery, so is physical activity. After all, exercise has so many health benefits. For years, physicians have recommended exercise to reduce the risk of developing cancer and to help cancer survivors thrive after treatment ends. ...

Four tips to save on prescriptions

October 13, 2023

Your prescription copays can add up, especially if you take several daily medications. But there are some ways you can save on prescriptions, so you can stick to your medication plan while still keeping your out-of-pocket costs under control. 1. Discuss your medication costs with your ...

Geisinger to host appreciation dinners to honor local military veterans

October 13, 2023

DANVILLE, Pa. — To thank local military veterans for their service, Geisinger will host drive-through veterans appreciation dinners at multiple locations across the health system’s service area from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 9. The Geisinger Healthplex State College location will serve meals from 4-5:30 p.m. The dinners for U.S. military veterans and a guest are offered at no cost to participants. Geisinger will provide these dinners at a drive-through event for the safety of the community, staff and volunteers. Last year’s event served about 2,900 meals. Veterans may ...

The different types of physical rehab

October 13, 2023

September marked National Rehabilitation Awareness Week. Rehabilitation benefits patients and makes a huge impact on their everyday lives, no matter the reason they started with a rehabilitation program. Illness, serious injuries and surgery are common reasons, and a rehabilitation program is designed to help you recover to your fullest potential. There are several types of rehabilitation that help fit the needs of any patient needing these services. Outpatient Rehab Outpatient rehabilitation allows patients to get care for regaining mobility or functionality, and safely returning to ...