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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Holiday handwashing tips

If you’re at a gathering this holiday season, two infection prevention specialists at Meritus Health have some advice for you. “Pass the gravy,...

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Meritus Health expands free breast care for uninsured women in Hagerstown

HAGERSTOWN – Meritus Health has been offering breast health care for more than a decade for those who can’t afford it. It started...

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Noah’s big heart and a little truck that made a difference

Donors to WellSpan’s Cancer Patient Help Fund come in all shapes and sizes, but sometimes the smallest hands make the biggest impact. Eight-year-old...

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From tragedy to triumph: Justin reunites, thanks care team for life-saving support

YORK – Just days before Thanksgiving last year, 24-year-old Justin Miller was driving home to Spring Grove, eager for turkey and especially some...

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WellSpan Waynesboro Hospital Auxiliary accepting 2026 scholarship applications

WAYNESBORO – Applications for 2026 scholarships from WellSpan Waynesboro Hospital Auxiliary are now available. Eligible students include high school seniors, employees of WellSpan...

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So much for the birthrate drop! 4 sets of twins in one week at same hospital

LITITZ –  UPMC Lititz recently recorded a remarkable milestone with four sets of twins delivered in one week. Of the eight newborns, three sets...

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Washington County EMS launches life-saving whole blood program for trauma patients

HAGERSTOWN – Washington County emergency responders can now transfuse whole blood at the scene of serious accidents, shootings or other traumatic injuries –...

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Meritus Health offers ways to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder

Despite the holidays being known as a fun time for celebrating with family and friends, it can sometimes be a source of depression....

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Farm areas spike skin cancer risks; are pesticides, herbicides the culprits?

Counties in Pennsylvania that contained or were near cultivated cropland had significantly higher melanoma rates compared to other regions, according to a new...

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