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"AMG to Offer Free Stroke Screenings"
For Immediate Release Date: March 26, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Alliance Medical Group, in conjunction with the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, will offer free stroke screenings on Friday, April 19 and again on Friday, May 10, from 12:00 p.m. (noon) to 4:00 p.m. at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Suite 214, located at 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton. Stroke is the Number 4 cause of death, and the leading cause of adult disability in the United States. Stroke is brain damage caused by a blocked blood vessel or bleeding in the brain. The signs of a stroke may include weakness, numbness, blurred vision, confusion, and slurred speech. A variety of five noninvasive health screenings will be available to determine a person’s risk of a stroke. An ultrasound machine will be utilized for a portion of the screening to exam the patient’s carotid artery, to determine any buildup of plaque, the leading cause of a stroke. An ultrasound examination of the abdomen will also be completed to detect the presence of an abdominal aortic aneurysm. Results of a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm can be life threatening. The remaining tests involve a blood pressure measurement taken at the ankle and the arm to measure the fatty plaque buildup in leg arteries; a heart rhythm screening; and an osteoporosis screening. Please note that a heart rhythm screening should not be used as a substitute for an EKG. A cardiologist will also be onsite for consultation. An appointment is required; space is limited. Call 501-4AMG (4264) to make an appointment. "AMG to Present "Overactive Bladder?" Program"For Immediate Release Date: March 26, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Alliance Medical Group (AMG) will conduct a free “Overactive Bladder?” educational program on Thursday, April 25 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center located at 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton. Join Dr. Sheila Hockman, from Alliance Medical Group Obstetrics and Gynecology, as she discusses some of the most common causes of overactive bladder along with treatment options. Overactive bladder is a condition that affects more than 17 million people; with women accounting for 85% of all patients. The condition is a problem with bladder-storage function that causes a sudden urge to urinate. The urge may be difficult to stop, and overactive bladder may lead to the involuntary loss of urine (incontinence). The condition affects people of all ages and can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. Dr. Hockman will discuss the variety of treatments and medications currently available to relieve overactive bladder symptoms and to reduce episodes of urge incontinence - which is the involuntary loss of urine immediately following an urgent need to urinate. Interstim® Therapy is one of the latest treatment options available for people who have not had success in relieving their overactive bladder symptoms by conventional medications and treatments. InterStim Therapy is a proven neuromodulation therapy that targets the communication problem between the brain and the nerves that control the bladder. If those nerves are not communicating correctly, the bladder will not function properly. The system uses an external device during a trial assessment period and an internal device for long-term therapy. Medicare and many other private insurance companies cover InterStim Therapy. Light refreshments will be served. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Visit www.ghha.org and register online through the Calendar of Events or call (570) 501-6204. Signs and symptoms of overactive bladder may mean you: •Feel a sudden urge to urinate that's difficult to control •Experience urge incontinence — the involuntary loss of urine immediately following an urgent need to urinate •Urinate frequently, usually eight or more times in 24 hours •Awaken two or more times in the night to urinate (nocturia) "Weight Loss Management Informational Session Scheduled"For Immediate Release Date: March 14, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Hazleton Health & Wellness Fitness Center has formed a new, medically-supervised Weight Loss Management Program for anyone 18 years of age and older. The comprehensive program includes a medical evaluation with diagnostic testing, nutritional counseling, behavioral health counseling, group exercise sessions with exercise physiologists, weight loss supplements if desired, and a support group. The goal of the weight loss program is to develop an individualized program for each client. Clients are provided with a medical evaluation prior to the start of the program and re-evaluated monthly. In many instances, clients could see a decrease in blood pressure, sugar levels, LDL (or bad) cholesterol and triglycerides which are attributed to many of today’s medical conditions. A free informational session to learn more about the Alliance Weight Loss Management Program will be held on Wednesday, March 20, at 5:00 p.m., at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton. The program cost is $99 per month. Co-pays and deductibles may apply for the medical evaluation. Pre-registration is required to attend the information session. Please call (570) 501-6322 to register or for additional information. The Hazleton Health & Wellness Fitness Center, part of the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance, is the only fitness center in the area fully accredited by the Medical Fitness Association (MFA). "GHHA to Host Registered Nurse Career Fair"For Immediate Release Date: March 6, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Greater Hazleton Health Alliance (GHHA) will host a Registered Nurse Career Fair on Sunday, March 10, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and again on Wednesday, March 13, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The fair will be held in the main lobby area at Hazleton General Hospital, located at 700 East Broad Street in Hazleton. Full-time, part-time, per diem and new “Mommy/Daddy” shifts are currently available. “It is expected that the employment of nurses will grow by more than 20 percent over the next decade, and there is a variety of reasons for this. The elderly population continues to grow, technologies that require well-trained medical professionals continue to advance, and older nurses continue to retire,” said Lorrie Deffley, Director of Human Resources, for the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance. “GHHA is experiencing all of these issues and we are being proactive in our recruiting efforts in an effort to ensure we have the proper compliment of nurses to care for our patients. As an organization we provide excellent wages and benefits in a setting that allows applicants who are committed to patient care excellence an opportunity to make a difference in the healthcare of our community,” added Deffley. Hazleton General Hospital, part of the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance, is a 150-bed inpatient acute care facility providing quality medical and surgical services; emergency services including an accredited primary stroke center and chest pain center; a family birthing center; inpatient rehabilitation, an accredited bariatric program, and a home care service. The hospital has received a variety of nationally-recognized awards, such as: being selected as one of “America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care” from HealthGrades; the HealthGrades Patient Safety Excellence Award for the past five consecutive years; the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get with the Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award for the fourth consecutive year; the American Heart Association’s Get with the Guidelines®-Heart Failure Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award for the fifth year. In addition, Hazleton General Hospital was one of only two hospitals in the nation recognized as part of the Heart Failure: Target Honor Roll, for improving stroke care by the American Heart Association. Visit GHHACareers.com, or call (570) 501-6290, Human Resources Department at HGH, for additional information. "New Varicose Vein Treatment Available"For Immediate Release Date: March 4, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release A new, cutting-edge laser treatment for those suffering from varicose veins is now available in the Hazleton area. VenaCure EVLT is now being offered by Dr. Julio Calderin, a board-certified general and vascular surgeon with Alliance Medical Group (AMG). Dr. Calderin is the only provider in the Greater Hazleton Area to currently offer this procedure. Varicose veins are twisted, enlarged veins near the surface of the skin. They are most common in the legs and ankles. They usually aren’t serious, but can sometimes lead to other problems, or in some cases, can be a sign of a blockage in the deeper veins called deep vein thrombosis-which can be life threatening. Varicose veins are caused by weakened valves and veins in the legs. Varicose veins often run in families; aging, being overweight, pregnancy, or having a job where you must stand for an extended amount of time also increases your risk. The VenaCure EVLT system has become the standard of care in the United States for the treatment of varicose veins. The nonsurgical treatment usually takes one hour or less (depending on the condition of the veins). The treatment is virtually painless and requires little to no down time. Dr. Calderin’s office is located at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton, Suite 214. For more information on this state-of-the-art procedure, call 501-4AMG (4624). Symptoms of Varicose Veins: •Heaviness, burning, aching, tiredness, or pain in your legs. Symptoms may be worse after your stand or sit for long periods of time •Swelling in your feet and ankles •Skin changes, such as: color changes, dry/thinned skin, inflammation, scaling •Open sores, or you may bleed after a minor injury "GHHA to Offer Free Colorectal Cancer Screening"For Immediate Release Date: February 27, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and nowhere should that be more important than in Northeastern Pennsylvania. While colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosis in the U.S., it was the leading cancer diagnosis in NEPA last year. In observance of the month, the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance will host an open-house of their Endoscopy Suite, located at the Hazleton General Hospital, on Tuesday, March 19, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. All attendees will have the opportunity to: have on-on-one discussions with Dr. Edward Polashenski and Dr. Robert Yamulla, Alliance Medical Group Gastroenterologists, Hazleton General Hospital Anesthesiologists, and Nursing Staff; tour the Endoscopy Suite, in addition to receiving a free (Hemoccult) colorectal cancer screening kit. Colon cancer and cancer of the rectum usually begin as a small polyp. While most colon polyps are benign, some do become cancerous. Colon cancer symptoms may include a change in bowel habits or bleeding, but usually colon cancer strikes without symptoms. That’s why it’s important to get a colon cancer screening test, such as a colonoscopy. The ‘key’ is early detection; if the cancer is found early, the doctor can use surgery, radiation, and/or chemotherapy for effective treatment. Colorectal cancer screening saves lives. The risk of getting colorectal cancer increases with age. If everyone who is 50 years old or older were screened regularly, as many as 60% of deaths from colorectal cancer could be avoided. Light refreshments will be served. Pre-registration is required. Visit www.ghha.org and register online through the Calendar of Events or call (570) 501-6204. Every one of us is at risk for colorectal cancer. The majority of people who develop colorectal cancer have no known risk factors. The risk of developing colorectal cancer increases with advancing age. More than 90% of cases occur in people aged 50 or older. Other risk factors include having— -Inflammatory bowel disease -A personal or family history of colorectal cancer or colorectal polyps -A genetic syndrome such as familial adenomatous polyposis or hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (Lynch syndrome) Lifestyle factors that may contribute to increased risk of colorectal cancer include— -Lack of regular physical activity -Low fruit and vegetable intake -A low-fiber and high-fat -Overweight and obesity -Alcohol consumption -Tobacco use "HHWC to Host Family & Friends® CPR Class”For Immediate Release Date: February 26, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Hazleton Health & Wellness Center (HHWC) will host a Family & Friends® CPR class on Tuesday, March 5, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The class will be held in the center’s aerobics room. Cost is $10.00, per person, for class materials. The Family & Friends CPR Course teaches the lifesaving skills of adult Hands-Only® CPR, child CPR with breaths, adult and child AED use, infant CPR and relief of choking in an adult, child or infant. Family & Friends® CPR is for people who want to learn CPR but do not need a course completion card in CPR for their job. This course is ideal for schools and students, new parents, grandparents, babysitters and others interested in learning how to save a life. Pre-registration is required; space is limited. Minimum age requirement is 18. Call 501-6600 to register or for additional information. "AMG to Present “Oh, My Aching Back!”For Immediate Release Date: February 22, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release If you've ever groaned, "Oh, my aching back!" you are not alone. Back pain is one of the most common medical problems, affecting 8 out of 10 people at some point during their lives. Many times, back pain can greatly impact a person’s quality of life. The Alliance Medical Group (AMG) will be conducting a free “Oh, My Aching Back!” educational program on Thursday, March 9 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center located at 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton. Join Dr. Ammar Abbasi from our new Back Pain Center at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center as he discusses some of the most common causes of back pain and treatment options available to decrease, and hopefully alleviate, your back pain altogether. Dr. Abbasi will also provide information in regards to the newly formed Back Pain Center at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center. The Back Pain Center’s staff consists of a physical medicine & rehabilitation specialist, physical therapists, pain management specialists, and fitness professionals. Treatments can range from physical therapy, aquatic therapy, exercise, pain-management therapy, and if required, surgery. Light refreshments will be served. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Visit www.ghha.org and register online through the Calendar of Events or call (570) 501-6204. "Back Pain Center Opens at HHWC"For Immediate Release Date: February 15, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release If you have back pain, then the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center is here to help. The Center proudly announces the opening of the Back Pain Center at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, a service provided by the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance. The Back Pain Center’s mission is to provide comprehensive treatment and care with respect to back problems, pain and injuries. Services and treatment plans will be individually tailored to the patient. A team consisting of a physical medicine & rehabilitation specialist, physical therapists, pain management specialists, and fitness professionals will work to ensure that your treatment plan will work for you. The Back Pain Center’s team will first identify the ‘root’ of the back pain. Once the ‘root’ of the pain is detected, the patient can then learn about the variety of treatments available to manage and, hopefully, alleviate their pain. Treatments can range from physical therapy, aquatic therapy, exercise, pain-management therapy, and if required, surgery. “Our team of health professionals will work one-on-one with each patient to ensure that their individualized treatment plan will work for them,” said Dr. Ammar S. Abbasi, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Specialist and Medical Director of the Back Pain Center at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center. “No one can take a “one size fits all” approach when it comes to treating pain, especially back pain,” said Abbasi. Services may be covered by your respective health insurance plan. Please call 570-501-4AMG (4264) for more information. "GHHA to Offer Free Heart Screening"For Immediate Release Date: February 6, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release In observance of National Heart Month, the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance will be offering a free Heart-Healthy Screening Event on Friday, February 15 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Lower-level, in Suite 103. A heart arrhythmia is an abnormal heartbeat. Your heart may beat too quickly, too slowly or irregularly if you have an arrhythmia. The event will include blood pressure, pulse oximetry, and heart rhythm screenings. Please note that the heart rhythm screening is not to be utilized as a substitute for an EKG. Pre-registration is required; space is limited. Call 501-6204 to register. Heart Arrhythmias Symptoms Can Include: • A fluttering in your chest •A racing heartbeat (tachycardia) •A slow heartbeat (bradycardia) •Chest pain •Shortness of breath •Lightheadedness •Dizziness •Fainting (syncope) or near fainting "GHHA to Present “Save Your Heart!” Program"For Immediate Release Date: February 1, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release Did you know that cardiovascular disease takes the lives of more than 2,150 Americans each day, an average of 1 death every 40 seconds? Heart disease affects people of all ages, genders, and ethnic backgrounds. The Greater Hazleton Health Alliance (GHHA) will present “Save Your Heart!,” a free community educational program on Tuesday, February 12, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Lower-Level, 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton. Join Dr. Yaqoob Mohyuddin, FACC, Cardiologist, and Dr. Ayse K. Mohyuddin, Endocrinologist, from Alliance Medical Group as they discuss heart disease, in general, in addition to discussing the link between heart disease and endocrine disorders, such as diabetes. Persons with diabetes, and other endocrine disorders, are at a much higher risk for heart attacks, strokes, and high blood pressure. Fee health screenings, educational booths, and heart-healthy refreshments will be available from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pre-registration is required; please call (570) 501-6204 or register through the GHHA online calendar at www.ghha.org. Symptoms of Heart Disease: •Chest pain •Shortness of breath •Palpitations (irregular heart beats, or a "flip-flop" feeling in your chest) •A faster heartbeat •Weakness or dizziness •Nausea •Sweating "Weight Loss Management Informational Session Scheduled"For Immediate Release Date: January 31, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Hazleton Health & Wellness Fitness Center recently announced the formation of a new, medically-supervised Weight Loss Management Program for anyone 18 years of age and older. The comprehensive program includes a medical evaluation with diagnostic testing, nutritional counseling, behavioral health counseling, group exercise sessions with exercise physiologists, weight loss supplements if desired, and a support group. The goal of the weight loss program is to develop an individualized program for each client. Clients are provided with a medical evaluation prior to the start of the program and re-evaluated monthly. In many instances, clients could see a decrease in blood pressure, sugar levels, LDL (or bad) cholesterol and triglycerides which are attributed to many of today’s medical conditions. A free informational session to learn more about the Alliance Weight Loss Management Program will be held on Thursday, February 7, at 5:00 p.m., at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton. The program cost is $99 per month. Co-pays and deductibles may apply for the medical evaluation. Pre-registration is required to attend the information session. Please call (570) 501-6322 to register or for additional information. The Hazleton Health & Wellness Fitness Center, part of the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance, is the only fitness center in the area fully accredited by the Medical Fitness Association (MFA). "GHHA Announces 'Heart Health' Activities for February"For Immediate Release Date: January 29, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release Did you know that cardiovascular disease takes the lives of more than 2,150 Americans each day, an average of 1 death every 40 seconds? Heart disease affects people of all ages, genders, and ethnic backgrounds. The best way to treat heart disease is to prevent it altogether. Taking steps to adopt a healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease, and increase your odds of living a long and healthy life. Heart disease may be the leading cause of death for both men and women, but that doesn't mean you have to accept it as your fate. In honor of National Heart Month, the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance (GHHA) has planned several heart- healthy education programs to educate men and women about heart disease. Healthier life-style habits decrease your chance of developing heart disease. The risk of coronary heart disease can be reduced by taking steps to prevent and control those factors that put people at greater risk for heart disease. Learn more about how to prevent heart disease. For more information about GHHA's education programs, log on to www.ghha.org and click on "Calendar of Events.” •Blood Pressure Screenings - Free Friday, February 1, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in observance of “Go Red Day!” Outside Hazleton General Hospital Hilltop Café or in the Hazleton Health & Wellness Cardiac Rehab Department. •Blood Pressure Screenings - Free Thursday, February 7, and Thursday, February 21, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Laurel Mall Walkers •“Save Your Heart!” Education Program Tuesday, February 12, 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Lower Level Topic: Learn about heart disease, including the link between heart disease and endocrine disorders, such as diabetes. Learn what you can do to live a heart-healthy life. Guest Speakers: Dr. Ayse K. Mohyuddin, Endocrinologist, and Dr. Yaqoob Mohyuddin, FACC, Cardiologist, Alliance Medical Group. A variety of free health screenings will be available from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Program is free, but pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Visit www.ghha.org and register online through the Calendar of Events or call (570) 501-6204. •Heart Healthy Screening Event – Free (Heart Rhythm, Blood Pressure, and Pulse Oximetry Screening) Friday, February 15, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Suite 103, Lower-Level Note: The heart rhythm screening will begin in Suite 103; you will then be directed to the Cardiac Rehabilitation Department to complete the second-phase of the screening. The heart rhythm screening is not to be utilized as a substitute for an EKG. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Call (570) 501-6204 to register. •Senior Choice Lunch & Learn Tuesday, February 19, 11:15 a.m. Lobitz Catering, Fountain Room Topic: “Cardiac Rehabilitation” Guest Speakers: Dr. Kalpana Chikarmane, Medical Director, Cardiac Rehabilitation Services; Corinne Stone and Amanda Sperduto, Exercise Physiologists, Hazleton Health & Wellness Center. Attendees will have the opportunity to pre-register for a free heart rhythm, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry screening event. Screening event date to be announced at luncheon. Free for senior choice members; $8 for non-members. Lunch will be provided. Pre-registration is required seven days in advance. To register, call (570) 454-4752. "Flu Shots Available"For Immediate Release Date: January 9, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release This flu season is already gearing up to be a bad one. The number of flu cases began to rise much earlier than anticipated. A flu shot is your best defense against contracting, and spreading, the flu. There’s still time to get your flu shot if you haven’t been already vaccinated for the 2012-2013 flu season. Hazleton General Home Care, a division of Hazleton General Hospital, is offering flu vaccinations. The cost of the vaccination is $29.00, however the cost may be covered by your health insurance plan. Please contact your health insurance carrier to see if it is a covered service. Patients must bring their health insurance card to their appointment if they would like to have the bill submitted to their health insurance company.Please call Hazleton General Home Care at 501-4949 to schedule an appointment. Symptoms of the flu: •A high fever or feeling feverish •A cough and/or sore throat •A runny or stuffy nose •Headaches and/or body aches •Chills •Fatigue •Nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea "AMG Physician Relocates Medical"For Immediate Release Date: January 8, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release Dr. Cynthia Lubinsky, a Family Practice physician who also specializes in chronic wound care, relocated her medical practice from Alliance Medical Group’s (AMG) Family Practice office, in Hometown, to a new office located at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Suite 202, 50 Moisey Drive, Hazleton (across from the Hazleton Wal-Mart) effective January 3, 2013. At this new location her patients will have direct access to several specialists, as well as Imaging, Cardiology, Physical & Occupational Therapy, Wound Care, and Lab services located at the center. Dr. Lubinsky is board-certified by the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians, manages patient care for children five years of age through adulthood, and has expertise in the area of chronic wound care (including diabetic wounds, venous ulcers, arterial ulcers and pressure sores), family medicine, preventive care, and women’s health. Dr. Lubinsky received her medical degree from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine and is a published author. She is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians, the American Osteopathic Association and the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association. Appointments and walk-ins services are available. Whether you are a current patient or a new patient in need of an appointment, please call 570-501-6840. The Alliance Medical Group, an affiliate of the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance, delivers high-quality family and specialized medical and surgical care in partnership with Hazleton General Hospital, Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, and Hazleton General Home Care Services. "Weight Loss Management Program Announced"For Immediate Release Date: January 7, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Hazleton Health & Wellness Fitness Center announces the formation of a new, medically-supervised Weight Loss Management Program for anyone 18 years of age and older. The comprehensive program includes a medical evaluation with diagnostic testing, nutritional counseling, behavioral health counseling, group exercise sessions with exercise physiologists, weight loss supplements if desired, and a support group. “With obesity on the rise regionally and nationally—more than one-third (35.7%) of U.S. adults are obese, we felt it was important to develop a program that will help individuals lose weight safely with an emphasis on adopting a healthy lifestyle,” said Dr. Michael Bono, Medical Director of the Alliance Weight Loss Management Program. The goal of the weight loss program is to develop an individualized program for each client. “Together, we will help our clients decide on a healthy weight loss goal, schedule a time frame to reach their goals, and develop individualized exercise programs,” said Bono. “What sets this program apart from other weight loss programs is the medical supervision.” Clients are provided with a medical evaluation prior to the start of the program and re-evaluated monthly. In many instances, clients could see a decrease in blood pressure, sugar levels, LDL (or bad) cholesterol and triglycerides which are attributed to many of today’s medical conditions. There are many positive side effects of losing weight and eating healthy. A free informational session to learn more about the Alliance Weight Loss Management Program will be held on Thursday, January 10, at 5:00 p.m., at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton. The program cost is $99 per month. Co-pays and deductibles may apply for the medical evaluation. Pre-registration is required to attend the information session. Please call (570) 501-6322 to register or for additional information. The Hazleton Health & Wellness Fitness Center, part of the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance, is the only fitness center in the area fully accredited by the Medical Fitness Association (MFA). "HHWC to Host Blood Drive"For Immediate Release Date: January 2, 2013 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release When you give blood, you are doing one of the most amazing things anyone can dream of – saving a life. Blood centers nationwide traditionally run into blood shortages at various times throughout the year. In our region alone, over 300 units of blood are needed each day by patients in area hospitals. On Wednesday, January 16, from 9:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Hazleton Health & Wellness Center (HHWC) along with Miller-Keystone Blood Center, will host a blood drive at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center. A mobile unit will be located in the lower-level parking lot at 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton (across from Wal-mart). All individuals will need to present a valid Identification card. Federal, State, County, City, Municipality, Workplace, or School ID will be accepted. Miller-Keystone Blood Center is the only supplier of blood products to the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance. Although you may never know the recipient(s) of your blood donation, you can be assured that they and their families are extremely grateful. To register, please contact Patti Peters at 501.6948 at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center. "GHHA Purchases Land"For Immediate Release Date: December 20, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Greater Hazleton Health Alliance announced it has purchased 61 acres of undeveloped property, part of which is in Hazle Township and part in Butler Township. The property is located to the side and back of the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, at which is housed Hazleton General Hospital’s outpatient diagnostic testing and rehabilitation services. The wellness center opened in 2007. There are no plans for the use of the property at this time according to Jim Edwards, Greater Hazleton Health Alliance president and CEO. “The property along Airport Road is prime real estate that will develop quickly over the next several years. The (GHHA) Board of Directors made a strategic decision to purchase this property to protect our investment in the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center and to have the availability to expand the center should we decide to do so in the future,” said Edwards. There are no plans to expand at this time. "AMG to Present “What’s That Pain in My Stomach”For Immediate Release Date: December 20, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release Abdominal pain is one of the most common symptoms patients discuss with their doctors, particularly women. There are many causes of abdominal pain; sometimes the root of the pain can be “minor,” other times, such pain can indicate a serious problem. The Alliance Medical Group (AMG) will be conducting a free “What’s That Pain in My Stomach” educational program on Thursday, January 10 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center located at 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton. Join Dr. Robert Yamulla, from Alliance Medical Group Gastroenterology, as he discusses the symptoms and treatment options for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Celiac Disease, Crohn’s Disease, Heartburn and Acid Reflux, and Colorectal Cancer. Light refreshments will be served. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Visit www.ghha.org and register online through the Calendar of Events or call (570) 501-6204. If your abdominal pain is severe or if it is accompanied by any of the following symptoms, contact your doctor as soon as possible: •Fever •Inability to keep food down for several days •Inability to pass stool, especially if you are also vomiting •Vomiting blood •Bloody stools •Difficulty breathing •Painful or unusually frequent urination •The pain occurs during pregnancy •The abdomen is tender to the touch •The pain is the result of an injury to the abdomen in the previous days •The pain lasts for several days These symptoms can be an indication of an internal problem that requires treatment as soon as possible. "Local Pediatrician Receives Certification"For Immediate Release Date: December 19 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release Dr. Haitham Shahrour, a Pediatrician with Alliance Medical Group, recently received board certification by the American Board of Pediatrics. Certification ensures that a doctor has been tested to assess his or her knowledge, skills, and experience in a specialty and is deemed qualified to provide quality patient care in that specialty. Dr. Shahrour joined Alliance Medical Group in January 2012. He provides primary care for newborns to adulthood, and has a special interest working with children who are diagnosed with childhood asthma. Dr. Shahrour completed his doctorate of medicine at the University of Damascus in Syria. He did his residency training at State University of New York at Buffalo and the Women and Children’s Hospital of Buffalo. Dr. Shahrour is a professional member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. "HGH receives Get With The Guidelines- Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award"For Immediate Release Date: December 11, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release Hazleton General Hospital (HGH) has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes Hazleton General Hospital’s commitment and success in implementing excellent care for stroke patients, according to evidence-based guidelines. This is the fourth consecutive year in which HGH has received the award. To receive the award, Hazleton General Hospital met or exceeded the stringent standards of the Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Quality Measures, which are reporting initiatives to measure quality of care. These measures include aggressive use of medications, such as antithrombotics, anticoagulation therapy, deep vein thrombosis prophylaxis, cholesterol reducing drugs and smoking cessation, all aimed at reducing death and disability and improving the lives of stroke patients. In addition to the Get With The Guideline-Stroke award HGH has also been recognized as a recipient of the association’s Target: Stroke Honor Roll, for improving stroke care. Over the past quarter, at least 50 percent of the hospital’s eligible ischemic stroke patients have received tissue plasminogen activator, or tPA, within 60 minutes of arriving at the hospital (known as ‘door-to-needle’ time). A thrombolytic, or clot-busting agent, tPA is the only drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the urgent treatment of ischemic stroke. If given intravenously in the first three hours after the start of stroke symptoms, tPA has been shown to significantly reverse the effects of stroke and reduce permanent disability. “With a stroke, time lost is brain lost, and the Get With The Guidelines–Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award demonstrates Hazleton General Hospital’s commitment to being one of the top hospitals in the country for providing aggressive, proven stroke care,” said Dr. Anthony Valente, Medical Director, Greater Hazleton Health Alliance. “We will continue with our focus on providing care that has been shown in the scientific literature to quickly and efficiently treat stroke patients with evidence-based protocols.” “Hazleton General Hospital is to be commended for its commitment to implementing standards of care and protocols for treating stroke patients,” said Lee H. Schwamm, M.D., chair of the Get With The Guidelines National Steering Committee and director of the TeleStroke and Acute Stroke Services at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. “The full implementation of acute care and secondary prevention recommendations and guidelines is a critical step in saving the lives and improving outcomes of stroke patients.” Get With The Guidelines–Stroke uses the “teachable moment,” the time soon after a patient has had a stroke, when they are most likely to listen to and follow their healthcare professionals’ guidance. Studies demonstrate that patients who are taught how to manage their risk factors while still in the hospital reduce their risk of a second heart attack or stroke. Through Get With The Guidelines–Stroke, customized patient education materials are made available at the point of discharge, based on patients’ individual risk profiles. The take-away materials are written in an easy-to-understand format and are available in English and Spanish. In addition, the Get With The Guidelines Patient Management Tool gives healthcare providers access to up-to-date cardiovascular and stroke science at the point of care. “Hazleton General Hospital has once again proven itself to be a leader at providing the highest quality stroke care for our patients. The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines–Stroke protocols have been an important component in this process. The number of acute ischemic stroke patients eligible for treatment is expected to grow over the next decade due to increasing stroke incidence and a large aging population,” said Jim Edwards, President and CEO of the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance. “This means more and more patients will be depending on the outstanding stroke care we provide.” According to the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, stroke is one of the leading causes of death and serious, long-term disability in the United States. On average, someone suffers a stroke every 40 seconds; someone dies of a stroke every four minutes; and 795,000 people suffer a new or recurrent stroke each year. "Cutting-Edge Mammography Unit at HHWC"For Immediate Release Date: December 7, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Advanced Imaging & Women’s Center at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center (HHWC), a service of Greater Hazleton Health Alliance, is pleased to announce the implementation of its state-of-the-art digital mammography unit – the MAMMOMAT Inspiration by Siemens. The Advanced Imaging & Women’s Center at HHWC is the only facility currently using the MAMMOMAT Inspiration in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The new mammography unit offers clearer images, greater comfort, and decreased compression time. Additionally, the new unit decreases radiation exposure up to thirty percent without compromising on imaging quality. Hours of operation at The Advanced Imaging & Women’s Center at HHWC are Monday and Wednesday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; and Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For additional information, please call (570) 501-6666 and select Option one. An order (script) is required from your physician to schedule a mammogram. "Celebrate the Holiday Season with GHHA"For Immediate Release Date: November 30, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Greater Hazleton Health Alliance (GHHA) will be hosting their annual, “Celebrate the Holiday Season with GHHA” on Tuesday, December 11, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This year’s event will be taking place at a new location - the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center located at 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton (across from Wal-mart). The community is invited to kick-off the holiday season by enjoying two local student choirs, and a free children’s holiday craft project. Complimentary cookies and cocoa will be served. Santa Claus will also be making a stop at the celebration, so please be sure to bring your cameras! "GHHA Holiday Food Drive"For Immediate Release Date: November 28, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release Beginning Monday, December 3 through Thursday, December 13 the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance (Hazleton General Hospital, Hazleton Health & Wellness Center, Alliance Medical Group) will be collecting non-perishable food items to assist Catholic Social Services in replenishing shelves at their food pantry. Drop-off locations have been established at the below locations throughout the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance campus. Non-perishable items will be accepted (glass jars can not be accepted due to their susceptibility to breakage). Any non-perishable items will be gladly accepted, but the following items are greatly needed: peanut butter, canned tuna, canned chicken, pasta, bagged rice, and canned soup. The Greater Hazleton Health Alliance would like to extend its gratitude to the community for their support. Drop-off locations: •Hilltop Café at the Hazleton General Hospital •Alliance Medical Group Women’s and Children’s Center •Hazleton Health & Wellness Center (fitness center) "Hazleton General Hospital receives American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines-Heart Failure Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award"For Immediate Release Date: November 26, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release Hazleton General Hospital has received the Get With The Guidelines®–Heart Failure Gold Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. The recognition signifies that Hazleton General Hospital has reached an exceptional goal of treating heart failure patients according to the guidelines of care recommended by the American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology. This marks the fifth year that Hazleton General Hospital has been recognized with a quality achievement award. Get With The Guidelines–Heart Failure helps Hazleton General Hospital’s staff develop and implement acute and secondary prevention guideline processes to improve patient care and outcomes. The program provides hospitals with a web-based patient management tool, best practice discharge protocols and standing orders, along with a robust registry and real-time benchmarking capabilities to track performance. In addition to the Get With The Guideline-Heart Failure Award Hazleton General Hospital has also been recognized as a recipient of the association’s Target: Heart Failure Honor Roll, for improving Heart Failure care. Target: Heart Failure focuses on three key areas of patient care. Medication Optimization, Early Follow-up Care Coordination, and Enhanced Patient Education. To qualify for the Target: Heart Failure Honor Roll, Hospitals must demonstrate 50% or greater compliance in these areas of care for their Heart Failure Patients. Hazleton General Hospital was one of only two hospitals in the country to receive this quality recognition. The quick and efficient use of guideline procedures can improve the quality of care for heart failure patients, save lives and ultimately, reduce healthcare costs by lowering the recurrence of heart attacks. “Recent studies show that patients treated in hospitals participating in the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines-Heart Failure program receive a higher quality of care and may experience better outcomes,” said Lee H. Schwamm, M.D., chair of the Get With The Guidelines National Steering Committee and director of the TeleStroke and Acute Stroke Services at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Mass. “Hazleton General Hospital’s team is to be commended for their commitment to improving the care of their patients.” Following Get With The Guidelines–Heart Failure treatment guidelines, heart failure patients are started on aggressive risk-reduction therapies if needed, including cholesterol-lowering drugs, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, aspirin, diuretics and anticoagulants while in the hospital. Before discharge, they also receive education on managing their heart failure and overall health, including lifestyle modifications and follow-up care. Hospitals must adhere to these measures at a set level for a designated period of time to be eligible for the achievement awards. “Hazleton General Hospital is dedicated to making our care for heart failure patients among the best in the country. The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines–Heart Failure program helps us to accomplish this goal,” said Jim Edwards, President and CEO of the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance. “This recognition demonstrates that we are on the right track and we’re very proud of our team of physicians and healthcare professionals.” According to the American Heart Association, about 5.7 million people suffer from heart failure. Statistics also show that, each year, 670,000 new cases are diagnosed and more than 277,000 people will die of heart failure. However, many heart failure patients can lead a full, enjoyable life when their condition is managed with proper medications and devices and with healthy lifestyle changes. "National Study Finds Hazleton General Hospital Among the Healthgrades America's 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care"For Immediate Release Date: November 13, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release Hazleton, PA (November 13, 2012) – – Pulmonary care at Hazleton General Hospital is in the top 5% of the nation and was named “America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care,” according to a new report from Healthgrades, the leading provider of information to help consumers make an informed decision about a physician or hospital. Hazleton General Hospital also ranks #5 in Pennsylvania. The report, American Hospital Quality Outcomes 2013: Healthgrades Report to the Nation, evaluates how approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide performed on risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates for nearly 30 of the most common conditions treated and procedures performed from 2009 through 2011. In its study published today, Healthgrades found that patients have a 75% lower risk of dying when treated at a hospital receiving 5 stars than if they were treated at a hospital receiving 1 star, based on risk-adjusted mortality rates across 18 common procedures and diagnoses, such as heart bypass surgery, stroke, and pneumonia. Healthgrades also found that 235,378 lives could have been saved during 2009-2011 if all hospitals performed at a 5-star level. Making objective measures of hospital quality more publicly available is imperative for helping consumers make more informed provider decisions. According to new research conducted by Harris Interactive for Healthgrades, 89% of Americans in 27 top designated market areas believe hospital performance (defined as how well patients do at that hospital compared to others) is important but only 37% know where to find the information. Other notable HealthGrades’ awards include: Pulmonary •Recipient of the HealthGrades Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ for 2 Years in a Row (2012-2013) •Ranked Among the Top 5% in the Nation for Overall Pulmonary Services for 2 Years in a Row (2012-2013) •Ranked #5 in PA for Overall Pulmonary Services in 2013 •Ranked Among the Top 5 in PA for Overall Pulmonary Services for 2 Years in a Row (2012-2013) (Ranked 5 in 2013) •Five-Star Recipient for Overall Pulmonary Services for 2 Years in a Row (2012-2013) •Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease for 6 Years in a Row (2008-2013) •Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Pneumonia for 8 Years in a Row (2006-2013) Patient Safety •Recipient of Patient Safety Excellence Award for 5 years in a Row (2008-2012) Heart Failure •Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Heart Failure for 2 Years in a Row (2012-2013) Gastrointestinal •Five-Star Recipient for GI Procedures and Surgeries in 2013 Critical Care •Ranked #8 in PA for Critical Care in 2013 •Ranked Among the Top 10 in PA for Critical Care in 2013 (Ranked 8 in 2013) •Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Sepsis for 2 Years in a Row (2012-2013) •Five Star Recipient for Treatment of Respiratory Failure for 2 Years in a Row (2012-2013) “This latest recognition for being one of America’s Top 100 Hospitals, and # 5 in Pennsylvania, in Pulmonary Care is confirmation of the superb efforts and hard work of our healthcare team,” said Jim Edwards, President and CEO of Greater Hazleton Health Alliance. “This award, when combined with many similar national awards, gives our community confidence that they can trust the care they receive here to be better than larger facilities out of town. These ratings demonstrate that we value our patients and work hard to provide them with high quality care.” For its 2013 hospital quality outcomes analysis, Healthgrades evaluated approximately 40 million Medicare hospitalization records for services performed at short-term, acute care hospitals nationwide. Healthgrades found that patients treated in hospitals receiving 5 stars had, on average, 75% lower risk of dying than if they were treated in hospitals receiving 1 star (across 18 common procedures and diagnoses, such as heart bypass surgery, stroke, and pneumonia). Healthgrades independently measures hospitals based on data that hospitals submit to the federal government. No hospital can opt in or out of being measured, and no hospital pays to be measured. Healthgrades risk adjusts for patient demographic characteristics and clinical risk factors, thereby taking into account how sick patients were before they were admitted to the hospital. More information on the American Hospital Quality Outcomes 2013: Healthgrades Report to the Nation, including the complete methodology, can be found at www.healthgrades.com/quality. Hazleton General Hospital, part of the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance, is a 150-bed inpatient acute care facility providing quality medical and surgical services; emergency services including an accredited primary stroke center and chest pain center; a family birthing center; inpatient rehabilitation, an accredited bariatric program, and a home care service. Outpatient surgical, diagnostic testing, and rehabilitative services are provided at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center. The hospital also is the recipient of several other quality care awards in heart failure, stroke, and coronary artery disease by the American Heart Association. "HHWC to Host Craft Show"For Immediate Release Date: November 1, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Hazleton Health & Wellness Center will host its annual Craft Show on Saturday, November 17 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The show will feature more than 50 local vendors. A variety of handmade crafts including jewelry, photography, woodworking, purses, glassware, candles, ornaments, fabric crafts, candy, and much more will be available for purchase. Tricky trays and a bake sale will also be included in the day’s activities. All proceeds will benefit future educational programs sponsored by the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance. For additional information, please contact Melanie Kalinowski at 501.4787. "HHWC Cariovascular Program Certified by Industry Leader"For Immediate Release Date: October 18, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release Hazleton, PA – The Hazleton Health & Wellness Center (HHWC), an affiliate of Greater Hazleton Health Alliance, is proud to announce the certification of its Cardiovascular rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). Hazleton Health & Wellness Center was recognized for its commitment to improving the quality of life by enhancing standards of care. Cardiovascular rehabilitation programs are designed to help people with cardiovascular problems (e.g. heart attacks, coronary artery bypass graft surgery, etc.) recover faster and improve their quality of life. The program includes exercise, education, counseling and support for patients and their families. The Hazleton Health & Wellness Center Cardiovascular rehabilitation program participated in the one month application process which requires extensive documentation of the program’s practices. The AACVPR Program Certification is the only peer-reviewed accreditation process designed to review individual programs for adherence to standards and guidelines developed and published by the AACVPR and other professional societies. Each program is reviewed by the AACVPR National Certification Committee and certification is awarded by the AACVPR Board of Directors. Certified AACVPR programs are recognized as leaders in the field of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation because they offer the most advanced practices available. AACVPR Program Certification is valid for three years. “The success of our Cardiovascular rehabilitation program is evident by the benefits witnessed first-hand by our patients (e.g. increase in exercise capacity and a better understanding of heart disease and prevention,)” said Mary T. Alimecco, RN, Director of Cardiac Services, Hazleton Health & Wellness Center. The diagnostic and rehabilitation services offered at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center are services of Hazleton General Hospital. Hazleton General Hospital, part of the Greater Hazleton Health Alliance, is an accredited Primary Stroke Care Center, in addition to being an accredited Chest Pain Center. The hospital also is the recipient of several other quality care awards in heart failure, stroke, and coronary artery disease by the American Heart Association. For more information about the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center Cardiovascular/Pulmonary rehabilitation program, please call (570) 501-6953. "AMG to Present "Cycle of Life" Seminar"For Immediate Release Date: October 16, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Alliance Medical Group will be conducting a free “Cycle of Life-Obstetrics/Gynecological Care” seminar on Thursday, November 1 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Alliance Medical Group Women’s & Children’s Center located at 1000 Alliance Drive in Hazleton. Join the board-certified Alliance Medical Group Obstetrics/Gynecological team of Scott Muir, DO; Sheila Hockman, DO; and Jennifer Ruch, RN, CNM, as they answer your questions about a girl’s first gynecological visit, midwifery, infertility, prenatal care, bladder issues, peri and post menopausal symptoms and treatment, and much more. Debbie Shandrick, Robert Stevens: Face & Body, will answer your skin care concerns. Dr. Scott Muir will also provide a cosmetic laser demonstration. This is your opportunity to have your “Cycle of Life OB/GYN” questions answered; questions that you may have been apprehensive to ask in the past. The topic of Obstetrics/Gynecology can be complicated, but our team of health care professionals has the dedication and expertise to make a sometimes “complicated” topic easier to understand. There will be light refreshments and giveaways. Pre-registration is required. Visit www.ghha.org and register online through the Calendar of Events or call (570) 501-6204. "GHHA Announces Breast Cancer Awareness Month Incentives"For Immediate Release Date: October 12, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Greater Hazleton Health Alliance (GHHA) is pleased to announce that individuals who schedule their mammogram during the month of October (National Breast Cancer Awareness Month) at The Advanced Imaging & Women’s Center at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center (50 Moisey Drive) or at Hazleton Radiology Associates (20 North Laurel Street, Hazleton) will receive a pink carnation, donated by Smilax Floral Shop, and will also be entered into a drawing for some great prizes compliments of area businesses and friends. One in eight individuals will develop breast cancer sometime in their lives; 75% of people who develop cancer have no prior family history of the disease. At age 40, individuals should receive a baseline routine mammogram. Women should then continue to receive a mammogram on an annul basis and conduct monthly self-breast examinations. To schedule a mammogram at The Advanced Imaging & Women’s Center at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center or Hazleton Radiology Associates, please call (570) 501-6666 and select Option one. Patients can also schedule an appointment via www.hazletonhealthandwellness.org. Simply, access the “Make an Appointment” button at the bottom of the website. This website is secure through a certified, encrypted program to protect your identity. A Central Scheduling representative will then call you to assist you in scheduling your appointment. “We don’t know how to prevent breast cancer, but we do know how to find it early, when the chance for successful treatment is greatest,” per the American Cancer Society. For additional information on mammograms and breast cancer please contact the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345 or www.cancer.org. "GHHA's "Food for the Fight" Scheduled for October 18"For Immediate Release Date: October 10, 2012 Contact: GHHA Public Relations @ 570-501-4249 For Immediate Release The Greater Hazleton Health Alliance (GHHA) is pleased to announce that they will be conducting their annual, “Food for the Fight-A Breast Cancer Survivor/Awareness Event (formerly known as, “Food the Cure,”) on Thursday, October 18, at 6:00 p.m. The free light fare dinner, and cooking demonstrations, will be held at the Hilltop Café, lower level, at the Hazleton General Hospital. The evening’s activities will also include an educational presentation, tricky trays, and more in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Food and eating recommendations for cancer patients can be very different from the usual suggestions for healthful eating. This can be confusing for many | |
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