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The Medical Minute: Advances in Head and Neck Cancer Care Bring New Hope
2+ hour, 2+ min ago (643+ words) While tobacco and alcohol remain primary risks for head and neck cancers, health experts are noting a significant rise in HPV-related cases'though these often result in more positive patient outcomes. HERSHEY, Pa. ' "The moment I opened my mouth, the oral…...
First Rides, Big Smiles: Local Children Gain Independence Through Variety Program
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (849+ words) Variety " the Children's Charity recently highlighted its adaptive equipment programs available to Jefferson County families during a regional distribution and fitting event held at Riverview Intermediate Unit 6 in Clarion. variety the children's charity CLARION, Pa. (EYT) " There were smiles, tears,…...
Independence Health System to Welcome 16 Family Medicine Residents July 1
6+ day, 1+ hour ago (175+ words) CLARION, Pa. (EYT) " Independence Health System will welcome 16 new residents to its family medicine residency programs in Clarion, Butler, and Latrobe on July 1. Program facilitators and fourth-year medical students learned where they will complete their training on Match Day, a…...
Safety Remains the Priority: Work Zone Awareness Week Concludes as Construction Season Hits High Gear
1+ week, 4+ hour ago (30+ words) explore Jefferson Safety Remains the Priority: Work Zone Awareness Week Concludes as Construction Season Hits High Gear...
The Medical Minute: A Parent's Guide to Their Teen's First Gynecological Visit
6+ day, 23+ hour ago (756+ words) Is it time for your teen to see a gynecologist? While first steps usually happen with a family doctor around age 13, specialized care is an important resource whenever a specific concern or question arises. HERSHEY, Pa. " Laura Laucks" daughter was…...
The Medical Minute: Preserving Fertility for the Future: What Are the Options?
1+ week, 6+ day ago (500+ words) Woods was diagnosed with double transcript chronic myeloid leukemia at age 12 " a rare genetic variation of a cancer normally seen in adults over 60. After a complex medical journey, she found that her best course of action was a bone marrow…...
SPONSORED: Next Step Therapy Offers Free Early Intervention Services for Children from birth to Age Three
3+ week, 4+ day ago (298+ words) SENECA, Pa. (EYT) " Early Intervention (EI) is a federally and state-funded program designed to support children from birth to age three who have developmental delays or disabilities. The program is completely free for families and is available in all counties....
Independence Health System Celebrates National Donate Life Month
3+ week, 5+ day ago (250+ words) Flag-Raising Activities Raise Awareness of the Importance of Organ Donation CLARION, Pa. (EYT) " Independence Health System celebrates National Donate Life Month throughout April. Nationally, more than 100, 000 people are waiting for an organ transplant, including over 6, 000 people in Pennsylvania and more…...
SPONSORED: Schedule Your Routine Eye Care at Laurel Eye Clinic
1+ mon, 22+ hour ago (144+ words) Protecting Your Vision Starts with Routine Exams BROOKVILLE, Pa. (EYT) " Routine eye exams are one of the most important steps you can take to maintain healthy vision. Many eye conditions and diseases develop silently, showing no symptoms until significant damage…...
SPONSORED: Why Injector Experience Matters at Simply Skin Medical Spa
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (165+ words) Simply Skin Medical Spa CLARION, Pa. (EYT) " Choosing a skilled injector is one of the most important parts of any aesthetic treatment. At Simply Skin Medical Spa, clients can trust that every service is performed by medically licensed professionals with…...