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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Franklin County sees mental health investment under new budget

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. —  Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh highlighted life-saving investments in Gov. Josh Shapiro’s 2026-27 budget that support behavioral health workforce...

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WellSpan invests in Chambersburg, Waynesboro hospitals with $2.8M grant

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — WellSpan Health will invest in improvements at three hospitals serving rural communities following a $2.8 million grant from the Pennsylvania...

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Outdoor yoga programs promote health and wellness

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Residents seeking accessible ways to improve physical and mental well-being will have two opportunities to participate in guided yoga sessions...

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Lyme disease rash appears in most cases, health officials say

The rash, commonly associated with Lyme disease, appears in more than 70 percent of infected individuals, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health....

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CDC links Cyclospora outbreak to recalled iceberg lettuce

A multistate outbreak of Cyclospora infections has been linked to shredded iceberg lettuce, prompting a nationwide recall and public health warning, according to...

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Meritus to host back-to-school well-child visit day Aug. 3

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — Meritus Primary Care on Prospect Street is preparing to help families get ready for the upcoming school year by offering...

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Washington County seeks houses of worship to join in Save a Life Day

HAGERSTOWN, Md. — The Washington County Health Department is seeking houses of worship to participate in the Save a Life Day 2026 on...

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Dangerous air quality grips region; relief expected this weekend

Smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to choke air quality across Franklin County, Pennsylvania, and Washington County, Maryland, prompting health warnings and raising a...

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Region prepares for worst air quality since 2023; residents urged to limit outdoor activity

Health officials in Pennsylvania and Maryland are urging residents to be cautious as wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota will blanket the area....

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Visitors Bureau to host healthy eating lunch and learn

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — The Franklin County Visitors Bureau will host “Microbiome Magic: A Healthy Eating Adventure Lunch & Learn … Tea Style” on...

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