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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Stealth killer of first responders: Dr. Gasaway’s critical training comes to Washington County

HAGERSTOWN– The Washington County Public Safety Training Center hosts Dr. Richard B. Gasaway, a nationally recognized expert on human error and situational awareness, for...

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Local athlete Candi Blessing to compete in Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin

HAGERSTOWN — Candi Blessing will go from the cafeteria at Meritus Health to the mountains in Turin, Italy, on March 8. Blessing, 39,...

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Free CPR, bleeding control training schedule set

HAGERSTOWN – Boonsboro Medical Services invites residents to participate in a free community CPR and “stop the bleed” training event hosted by the...

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Early-onset colorectal cancer rates surge globally

HAGERSTOWN – Early onset colon cancer is a growing problem, especially for age groups that historically haven’t had to worry about it, Meritus...

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Health with Holly: How expectations can steal your happiness – and your weight loss progress

Have you ever stepped on the scale after weeks of eating healthy and working out, only to see little to no change? Or...

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Flu, RSV, Norovirus surges in tri-state area

HAGERSTOWN – The tri-state area has seen an increase in several viral illnesses in recent weeks, with the flu being the most prevalent,...

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Meritus Health team members win at innovation contest

HAGERSTOWN – Two Meritus Health team members were among 10 winners in a statewide competition to find innovative ways to make patient care...

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Knowing your numbers is key to heart health

LANCASTER – Knowledge is power when it comes to your heart health, according to Dr. Monodeep Biswas, of the University of Pittsburgh Medical...

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Health with Holly: Why losing weight feels hard – and how to make it better

Many people want to live healthier lives. They want to eat better, exercise consistently and feel their best. So, where is the disconnect?...

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