Serving Franklin, PA and Washington, MD Counties
Serving Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD

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The latest information on the local healthcare industry around Franklin County, PA and Washington County, MD.

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Pennsylvania health officials report nearly 800 measles cases state wide, with local infections noted in Franklin County and hospitalizations topping 150.
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Pennsylvania measles outbreak nears 800 cases as hospitalizations climb

HARRISBURG, Pa. — A severe measles outbreak continues to expand across Pennsylvania, reaching nearly 800 confirmed cases and leading to more than 150...

united way day of caring hagerstown maryland
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Meritus Health team members volunteer for Day of Caring

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Dozens of team members from Meritus Health fanned out across the region Thursday as part of the United Way of...

ElderDay Program Menno Haven
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Elder day services open house set at Menno Haven

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — An adult daycare open house at Menno Haven has been set for Sept. 23 and 24 at the facility, 1427...

Healthy Franklin County hosts Carnival of Care at YMCA
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Photos by Toya: Carnival of Care

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Healthy Franklin County brought residents together Friday for Carnival of Care: Embracing Mental Health, a free event at the Waynesboro...

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Carnival of Care to bring mental health resources, family fun to YMCA

WAYNESBORO, Pa. — Healthy Franklin County will host Carnival of Care: Embracing Mental Health, a free community event focused on mental wellness, recovery,...

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September Suicide Awareness Month brings focus to prevention and 988 resources

As Suicide Awareness Month continues throughout September, state and national health officials are emphasizing the importance of recognizing the warning signs of suicide...

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Despite measles uptick, Pennsylvania ranks sixth for overall vaccination rates

Pennsylvania ranks sixth in the nation in overall vaccination rates, despite its uptick of measles cases. Maryland ranks 11th in vaccine rates, all...

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Meritus uses robotic bronchoscopy to detect lung nodules sooner

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Lung cancer is the most common cancer in the world, and early detection gives patients the best chance of survival,...

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2 Franklin County cases among rising measles outbreak in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has confirmed 577 measles cases in 37 counties this year, including two cases in Franklin County, as state health officials urge residents...

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