Western Pennsylvania Healthcare News

06/18/2025

💚 Let’s empower and advocate for child vision health this June. Together, we can give every child clarity, confidence, and boundless joy.

05/06/2025

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Thank a nurse today! Let them know how much their contributions are appreciated and how they make a difference in the lives of others.

12/13/2024

🌴 Beat the Post-Vacation Blues: 5 Strategies to Ease Your Transition Back to Work 🌴

Returning from a vacation can be tough! Here are five effective strategies to make the adjustment easier:

🔹 Take a Transition Day: Unpack, organize, and reflect on your trip before diving into work.

🔹 Prioritize Self-Care: Include physical activity, mindfulness, and proper nutrition in your routine.

🔹 Plan Your Next Adventure: Anticipate the joy of your future travels.

🔹 Cherish Positive Memories: Reflect on highlights from your trip to uplift your mood.

🔹 Add New Habits: Infuse vacation-inspired activities into daily life.

✨ Reclaim your focus, energy, and positivity!

🧐 Learn more: Read the full article below.

11/10/2024

Effective communication isn't just important in healthcare—it's vital. It enhances patient safety, boosts satisfaction, and reduces errors. Overcoming barriers like trust, language, and workload can transform care delivery. https://www.wphealthcarenews.com/retaining-healthcare-talent-strategies/



Discover 8 effective strategies to retain healthcare talent and boost staff satisfaction. Learn how to create a supportive and fulfilling work environment that encourages long-term commitment.

04/30/2024

Maintaining healthy blood sugar levels is key to leading a healthy life.

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03/25/2024

A University of Pittsburgh and UPMC study reveals that telemedicine visits with primary care providers (PCPs) for children result in fewer antibiotic prescriptions compared to virtual visits with direct-to-consumer (DTC) telemedicine companies.

Study finds primary care telemedicine associated with fewer antibiotic prescriptions for children compared to direct-to-consumer telemedicine services.

02/25/2024

The UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC Horizon-Shenango Valley is embarking on a major $9.6 million expansion project to meet the growing community need for cancer care. This expansion includes adding a second linear accelerator (LINAC) for external beam radiation treatments, enhancing the center's ability to provide high-quality, lifesaving care. This initiative reflects UPMC's commitment to increasing access to top-tier cancer treatments and services within the community.

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC Horizon embarks on a major expansion project to enhance cancer care, addressing the growing needs of the community.

02/25/2024

Discover the transformative role of global patient registries in advancing sickle cell disease research and the development of gene therapies. This article by Harsha K Rajasimha, Founder and CEO of Jeeva Clinical Trials Inc. delves into the significant milestones of FDA-approved cell-based gene therapies for sickle cell disease, highlighting their potential and the challenges posed by their high costs. It emphasizes how global patient registries are pivotal in making research and therapies more inclusive and effective, fostering global collaboration and government cooperation for broader access to these groundbreaking treatments.

Explore the pivotal role of global patient registries in advancing sickle cell research and the development of gene therapies. This article highlights their transformative impact on treatment.

01/26/2024

Take control of your health and prioritize maintaining healthy blood sugar levels for a long and happy life.

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01/23/2024