Everyone needs cholesterol; your body uses it to build cells and make vitamins. If there is too much cholesterol in your blood, it sticks to the insides of your blood vessels causing them to harden and become narrower. This can make it easier for blood clots to form, which is what causes heart attacks, strokes and other serious conditions.

Flu season will be here before you know it and it is important to mark your calendar to get a flu shot. There are many essential and lifesaving vaccines that both children and adults need to stay healthy and to protect those around them from becoming ill.

Is social media impacting your teen’s self-esteem? A new study published by the American Psychological Association found that teens who reduced their social media use by 50% for just a few weeks experienced significant improvement in how they felt about their appearance compared with peers who maintained consistent levels of social media use.

Recovering after a surgery or illness can be more comfortable and convenient with home health care. For many, home health services may be less expensive and just as effective as the care they would receive in a hospital or skilled nursing facility.

With hospitals and outpatient facilities throughout 26 Pennsylvania counties, we are pleased to provide convenient access and a wide range of care close to you. Join us in welcoming several new doctors to our team.