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Eight butterflies mark deaths from suicide in Sullivan County, NY.

WMH Alzheimer’s support group launches HONESDALE, PA — Wayne Memorial Hospital will hold a new, free, monthly support group for people living with dementia and their care … more

10/4/23

Medical assistant Melissa Lemus, left, is "thriving" in her new job at The Wright Center for Community Health Scranton Practice, says Amber Bello, co-assistant manager of medical assistants. Bello oversees students while they get hands-on experience at The Wright Center as part of a training program offered by the Denver, CO-based National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement.

Scranton grad finds path forward as medical assistant

SCRANTON, PA — In one word, Melissa Lemus can sum up why she applied to the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA) while trying to jump-start her career and land a job as … more

Contributed by The Wright Center | 10/4/23

Birth announcements

Wayne Memorial Hospital announces the following births: Jack Edward Gustafson was born September 8, 2023 to Angelena and Jeremie Gustafson of Milanville, PA. Maternal grandparents are Mark … more

10/4/23

Surgeon trained in robotics joins Wayne Memorial Hospital

HONESDALE, PA — Jennifer Rodriguez-Aiello, M.D., officially joined Honesdale Surgical Associates on August 1. The group is part of Wayne Memorial Hospital (WMH). … more

10/4/23

With age can come tremors—and shaking hands can result from many different causes.

What causes shaking hands?

When I was in medical practice, a reasonably common complaint in my older patients was shaking hands. Because I am now a representative of the 70-plus club, shaking hands are a complaint of my … more

BY JAMES D. LOMAX | 10/4/23

The latest shots for COVID-19 are available.

What’s the new COVID shot And how do you find it?

IBERTY, NY – Sullivan County Public Health wants to cut through any confusion regarding the latest COVID vaccine, which is now being rolled out. “Most people can still get a COVID-19 … more

By DAN HUST | 10/3/23

Shown outside of The Cooperage Project, the venue for Wayne Memorial’s Midwifery Mingle on October 5, are Certified Nurse Midwives of the Women’s Health Center. Pictured are Lorraine Lamm, left; Christina MacDowell; and Patricia Konzman. Absent from photo is Amy Borove.

Wayne Memorial’s Midwifery Mingle back to full scale October 5

HONESDALE, PA — For the first time since 2019, Wayne Memorial’s Midwifery Mingle, a gathering for women of all ages and their children, will be celebrated on a full pre-pandemic scale. … more

9/27/23

Last year, the auxiliary's fundraiser enabled the purchase of a PATHFAST cardiac biomarker analyzer. Pictured are Peggy Richardson, left; the PATHFAST; and Barbara Donatelli.

Peck’s, Pete’s markets to raise funds for the Grover Hermann Auxiliary

CALLICOON, NY — Peck’s Markets in Callicoon and Jeffersonville, and Pete’s Market in Narrowsburg, will host the third annual fundraiser for the Grover M. Hermann Hospital Auxiliary … more

9/26/23

Sullivan 180 celebrates a healthier generation and bestows awards

FERNDALE, NY — Sullivan 180 hosted the third annual Empowering a Healthier Generation Celebration on September 21 at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. It was an evening celebrating … more

9/23/23

Free prostate screenings at Garnet Health Medical Center

MIDDLETOWN, NY — Garnet Health Medical Center, in partnership with Garnet Health Doctors, is offering free prostate cancer screenings Monday, Sept. 25, and Thursday, Sept. 28, at the … more

9/20/23

Mitch Marczewski, right, and his sister Jane, aka Nightbirde, who passed away from cancer in February 2022.

Nightbirde’s brother to speak about the impact of cancer

SCRANTON, PA — Mitch Marczewski, brother of Jane Marczewski, aka the singer Nightbirde, is one of the speakers at Showing Up: Perspectives On Cancer, which will be held Saturday and Sunday, … more

9/20/23

Learn to care for yourself as you care for others, courtesy of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County.

Self-care for the weary

ONLINE — Are you burned out and exhausted? Join a workshop at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 26 to learn how to care for yourself. Often as adults, we put ourselves last on the list. Research … more

9/20/23

The medical center on 4th Street, in the hamlet of Narrowsburg, has been listed for $395,000. It is currently owned by Wayne Memorial Hospital.

Wayne Memorial Hospital eyes first step into Susquehanna County

HONESDALE, PA — As it weathers a trying financial period, Wayne Memorial Hospital (WMH) has taken a first step to officially expand into Susquehanna County, while it also takes a step back from … more

By OWEN WALSH | 9/13/23

Young people always benefit from drug education

Sunday, September 10 is Grandparents Day. It’s a good opportunity to take the time to recognize the hardworking grandparents who are actively involved in shaping the lives of their … more

By MARIE GARCEAU | 9/9/23

St. Josephs Place in Port Jervis, NY, has received another five-star rating from CMS.

A five-star CMS rating for St. Josephs Place

PORT JERVIS, NY — St. Josephs Place, located on the campus of WMCHealth’s Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis, NY, recently received a five-star nursing home rating from the … more

9/6/23

Birth announcements and mental health

Sharing the journey HAWLEY, PA — The fourth annual Wayne/Pike Suicide Awareness Prevention and Remembrance Walk will be held on Saturday, September 16 at the Wallenpaupack Area High … more

9/6/23

Holding a bear makes blood tests a little less scary, so the Garing family donated six bears. Pictured are Nancy Garing, left; Valerie Martin; Logan Garing; Rebecca Garing; Tyler Garing; Shawn Garing; Walter Garing; Katrina Torchio; and Joyce Malicky...

Garing family hand-delivers bears

HONESDALE, PA — For some children (and adults), getting a blood test can be pretty scary. Cuddly teddy bears can help, according to many child health experts. The Garing family, which owns … more

9/6/23

Risky business

NATIONWIDE — The opioid crisis has emerged as one of the most pressing public health challenges of our time, wreaking havoc on individuals, families and communities across countries. … more

By SOMAR HADID | 9/6/23

In-demand career: Community health workers

SCRANTON, PA — One of the fastest-growing careers in health care has nothing to do with direct medical care. Using their encyclopedic knowledge of local resources, community health … more

9/6/23

Suzy Loughlin speaks about the death of her brother, Anthony Rhulen, a successful film producer. Rhulen died of an overdose on January 15, 2021 in Pasadena, CA.

Carrying the opioid crisis home

MONTICELLO, NY — Overdose deaths are not limited to young people. They are all people. According to the New York State Department of Health, Sullivan County holds the highest rate of … more

By LAURIE STUART | 9/6/23

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