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Respiratory virus vaccines urged News, Sports, Jobs

WEBPeople can visit www.vaccines.gov to find other locations where vaccines are available. “Nobody likes to get a poke, but these are really important pokes that are …

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AHA Tower clinic opens to patients

WEBApr 18, 2024. William Kibler. Staff Writer. [email protected]. Dr. Zane Gates (left) and Altoona Housing Authority Deputy Executive Director Brad Kanuch pose in the …

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Exposure to toxins gives vets free care

WEBWilliam Kibler. Staff Writer. [email protected]. Veterans exposed to hazardous substances during their time in the service became eligible Tuesday to …

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CDC: COVID no longer means 5 days in isolation

WEBMar 2, 2024. NEW YORK — Americans who test positive for COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days, U.S. health officials announced Friday. The Centers for …

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Tower clinic scheduled to open in April

WEBLocal News. Feb 19, 2024. William Kibler. Staff Writer. [email protected]. Local primary care doctor Zane Gates plans to open a clinic at the Altoona Housing Authority’s …

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Recognizing heroes in health care

WEBOct 26, 2023. Lori Demko. Advanced Practice Provider Week is set aside to celebrate, highlight and honor the countless positive contributions our health care heroes make. …

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Rehab Reboot: Encompass Health center gets makeover

WEBEncompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, 2005 Valley View Blvd., Altoona, underwent a $13 million renovation that began in January 2020. Courtesy photo The …

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Springing forward can have harmful effect on health

WEBSpringing forward can have harmful effect on health Studies suggest increase in heart attacks, strokes after time change Local News. Mar 9, 2024

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Direct Support: Gates enhances services for Medicaid recipients

WEBNamed after Gates’ mother, Gloria Gates CARE will provide Medicaid recipients the same scope of care that patients at Gates’ PeopleOne Care provided to …

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HOPE center holds open house News, Sports, Jobs

WEBCurrently, there is enough participation to open the center 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. The members of what is the equivalent of a …

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Make health care more affordable

WEBDec 13, 2023. As we look toward next year’s goals for our nation, one priority I hope our policymaking leaders will keep in mind is ensuring that people can afford health care. …

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Daily Briefing News, Sports, Jobs

WEBNEW YORK — The U.S. flu season appears to be over. It was long, but federal health officials and doctors say it was a moderate one. Last week, for the third …

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UPMC Altoona opens new breast health suite

WEBGetting tested, retested and biopsied for breast cancer is an anxiety-inducing experience. UPMC has just spent $1.8 million at Station Medical Center to …

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Conemaugh Nason approved as yellow fever vaccination site

WEBOn Tuesday, the hospital became an approved site for the yellow fever vaccine. Occupational Health Manager Erin Focht said the hospital’s goal is to provide …

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Health care business is national concern

WEBApr 16, 2024. America’s health care has become a business, like car dealerships, appliance stores, etc. The main concerns of businesses are making money and cutting …

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Judge orders takeover of facilities

WEBLocal News. Mar 11, 2024. Phil Ray. [email protected]. U.S. District Judge Kim R. Gibson has issued an emergency order appointing a receiver to assume control of six …

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Couple pleads guilty to health care scheme

WEBJohn H. and Paula Z. Johnson, both 62, pleaded guilty to the charge, while John Johnson also pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit health care …

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Nursing shortage must be addressed

WEBAddressing the nursing staff shortage is not just a matter of workforce management. It impacts the health and well-being of our community. As a nurse, I urge …

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Health of Lions’ Starocci in the spotlight

WEBTwo-time defending 174-pound Big Ten champion Carter Starocci, the three-time NCAA champ, suffered what appeared to be a knee injury in the last dual of the …

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Beacon acquires Cambria companies

WEBDec 3, 2022. From Mirror staff reports. Two transportation companies in Northern Cambria have been acquired by Beacon Mobility. Tri-County Transportation and Health Ride …

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