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# Healthy Me PA

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## Posts

- [National Hospital Week 2024: The Positive Impact of Hospitals](https://www.healthymepa.com/2024/05/09/national-hospital-week-the-positive-impact-of-our-local-hospitals/) - Hospital staff work tirelessly to provide the care we rely on. This National Hospital Week, we ask you to share how your local hospital is making a difference.
- [Four things Pennsylvanians need to know about primary immunodeficiency (PI)](https://www.healthymepa.com/2024/04/24/four-things-pennsylvanians-need-to-know-about-primary-immunodeficiency-pi/) - Approximately 65,000 Pennsylvania residents are living with primary immunodeficiency (PI).
- [Pa. Hospitals Have Several Drug-Disposal Options Available](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/27/pa-hospitals-several-drug-disposal-options-available/) - Pennsylvania hospitals offer safe, secure ways to dispose of any prescription medication. If you need to discard a drug, these hospitals can help you.
- [Flatten the curve: How COVID-19 will impact hospitals](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/03/19/flatten-the-curve-how-covid-19-will-impact-hospitals/) - Flattening the curve is a behavior we all can contribute to that directly impacts the spread of COVID-19. Learn exactly what it means and how you can help.
- [Advocating for Yourself Can Improve Your Health Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/03/18/advocating-can-improve-health-care/) - Doctors’ offices, hospitals, and clinics are busy places—but don’t be afraid to speak up during your appointment and get your questions answered.
- [Real Doctors in Real Time](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/27/real-doctors-real-time/) - With telemedicine—using your mobile phone or computer to get in contact with a doctor—rest assured that you’re connecting with a real, licensed doctor.
- [Personal protective equipment plays important virus-fighting role](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/04/13/personal-protective-equipment-plays-important-virus-fighting-role/) - Personal protective equipment is items people can use to protect themselves during the pandemic. Learn about the many types, what to use, and how to use them.
- [Telemedicine: Expert Medical Care at Your Fingertips No Matter Where You Live](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/11/08/telemedicine-expert-medical-care-at-your-fingertips-no-matter-where-you-live/) - Telemedicine is a valuable resource to increase health care access. Learn more about Senate Bill 857 and how this bill can support the coverage of Telehealth.
- [Workplace Safety ... It’s Important!](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/11/13/workplace-safety-its-important/) - Hear from health care professionals across the state why Pennsylvania lawmakers need to enact workplace safety reforms for nurses and all health care workers.
- [Diabetes: The Costs of Doing Nothing](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/11/18/diabetes-the-costs-of-doing-nothing/) - Without taking charge of their health, the 1.3 million people in PA with diabetes will pay thousands in medical bills and endure needless stress and pain.
- [Help Ensure Health Care Workers Stay Safe on the Job](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/03/05/help-ensure-health-care-workers-stay-safe-on-the-job/) - Doctors, nurses, and EMTs need our help to stay safe at work. Join Healthy Me PA in supporting legislation to keep health care workers safe from workplace harm.
- [New PA Budget Supports Health Care, Hospitals, Education](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/08/07/new-pa-budget-supports-health-care-hospitals-education/) - PA's $34 billion 2019-20 budget funds important health care and hospital programs, boosts education funding, and saves rainy day money without raising taxes.
- [PA Health Care Workers in Danger Every Day, and They Need Your Help](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/09/17/pa-health-care-workers-in-danger-every-day-and-they-need-your-help/) - Workplace safety for health care workers is unstable. Learn more about the three bills that could further solidify occupational safety for these individuals.
- [Workplace Safety: UPMC Altoona](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/10/21/workplace-safety-upmc-altoona/) - Our health care workers are on the front lines of patient care, and it’s up to us to protect them from violence. Hear about the importance of this legislation.
- [Protecting Our Health Care Workers](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/07/09/3397/) - Health care workers are always taking care of others, to show your appreciation advocate for health care worker's workplace safety to be a prioritized.
- [Health Care Workplace Safety — Equal Protection Under the Law](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/03/07/health-care-workplace-safety-equal-protection-law/) - Health care workers should be protected if assaulted or injured on the job. Legislation has been reintroduced to extend protection to all practitioners.
- [Make Smart Choices with Your HSA Dollars](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/30/3220/) - Consumers with health savings accounts should plan next year’s health care spending so you can budget your health care dollars wisely and stay in good health.
- [Telemed vs. WebMD: Know the Difference](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/12/telemed-webmd-know-difference/) - Unsure where to go for answers you have to health questions? Click here to learn more about the difference between Telemed vs. WebMD
- [PA Needs Coverage for Telemedicine](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/24/pa-needs-coverage-telemedicine/) - Telemedicine provides health care services delivered by smartphones, computers and other electronic devices without needing to leave home or work for the visit.
- [HAP Podcast: Why PA Needs Access to Telemedicine, Pt. 1](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/27/podcast-pa-needs-access-telemedicine-pt-1/) - Listen to this podcast episode to learn how telemedicine is revolutionizing the way we treat the physical and mental health of young people at school.
- [HAP Podcast: Why PA Needs Access to Telemedicine, Pt. 2](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/28/hap-podcast-pa-needs-access-telemedicine-pt-2/) - PA is one of the most rural states in the country. Listen to the benefits of telemed on rural health in this podcast from the Hospital Association of PA.
- [Telemed 101](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/14/telemed-101/) - For many Pennsylvanians, a trip to the doctor takes travel time and money. Telemedicine bridges the gap for all Pennsylvanians in rural and urban areas.
- [Interactions with Your Pharmacist: Why You Should Embrace the Opportunity](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/31/interactions-pharmacist-embrace-opportunity/) - Pharmacists are a crucial part of your health care team. If you have questions about your prescription or OTC medicines, the pharmacist can answer many of them.
- [Telemedicine Allows Your Children to Play with Their Own Toys at Home](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/09/telemedicine-allows-children-play-toys-home/) - One of the benefits of telemedicine is that you can keep your sick kids at home where they can play with their favorite toys and get the help they need.
- [Telemed Has You Covered When You Travel](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/20/telemed-covered-travel/) - Telemed allows for doctors visits on the go. Click here to learn more about how telemedicine can help you when you travel
- [Telemedicine is Important in the City, Too](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/09/telemedicine-important-city/) - Telemedicine is a great solution for families in rural areas, but people in higher-population urban areas also need telemedicine for improved access to care.
- [St. Luke's Joins with Community Partners to Build Bilingual Health Care Workforce](https://www.healthymepa.com/2023/10/19/st-lukes-joins-with-community-partners-to-build-bilingual-health-care-workforce/) - St. Luke's has recently joined forces with the Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley to establish the Cultural & Linguistic Workforce Development Centers.
- [Reading Hospital - Tower Health Intern Program Nurtures Student Interest in Health Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/2023/10/19/reading-hospital-tower-health-intern-program-nutures-student-interest-in-health-care/) - Reading Hospital - Tower Health has welcomed 29 local high school interns, providing them with diverse clinical and professional experiences.
- [Tips for a Healthy Sports Season](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/03/26/tips-healthy-sports-season/) - Millions of children get injured every year while participating in recreational activities. Follow these sports tips to help young athletes remain healthy.
- [Healthy Outdoor Winter Activities for You and Your Family](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/28/healthy-outdoor-winter-activities-family/) - Keep your family entertained and energetic during the winter with outdoor activities such as camping and ice skating to enjoy a healthy, happy holiday.
- [AHN's Multifaceted Approach Enhances Local Students' Education and Health Care Skills](https://www.healthymepa.com/2023/10/10/allegheny-health-network/) - Allegheny Health Network aims to cultivate the next-gen health care workforce and enhance diversity, vital in PA with retiring professionals amid rising demand.
- [Don’t Let Unexpected Illness or Injury Ruin Your Trip This Summer](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/13/dont-let-unexpected-illness-injury-ruin-trip-summer/) - No one plans to get sick while traveling but, with telemedicine, you can be prepared for the unexpected. See how telemedicine can help you while you travel.
- [Thankful for Health Care Access in PA](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/07/thankful-health-care-access-pa/) - During the holiday season, one thing we can be thankful for in Pennsylvania is the work our state does to improve access to health care for all residents.
- [Online Therapy Growing Area of Telemedicine Services](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/30/online-therapy-growing-area-telemedicine-services/) - Telemedicine services are becoming more common in all areas of medicine and increasingly in mental health services and counseling. Learn about online therapy.
- [Keeping Up With Prescription Costs Could Save You Money](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/19/keeping-prescription-costs-save-money/) - Many individuals and households feel the weight of prescription costs on their annual budget. Learn how to cut costs when spending money on prescriptions.
- [National Hospital Week: Meet Geisinger Holy Spirit Employees](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/11/national-hospital-week-meet-geisinger-holy-spirit-employees/) - National Hospital Week is a time to honor all hospital employees. Meet some members of a hospital’s patient care team from Geisinger-Holy Spirit Hospital.
- [Health Spending Accounts: The Difference Between an HSA, HRA, and FSA](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/27/hsa-hra-fsa-health-spending/) - Health spending accounts are tax-advantaged accounts you use to pay for medical care. Learn the differences among the three types: HSA, HRA, and FSA.
- [Get Covered: Preventive Health Services](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/11/02/preventive-health-services/) - Most health plans must cover a set of preventive services at no cost to you—from flu shots to screenings. Don’t pay when you shouldn’t. Review the list here.
- [What's a Patient Portal? See the Top 5 Benefits](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/25/what-is-a-patient-portal/) - Patient portals are secure, online websites providing patients with 24-hour access to private health information. Here are their benefits and challenges.
- [Top 6 Surprising Services Covered by your Health Insurance Provider](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/11/surprise-services-covered-by-insurance/) - You could be paying for services that your health insurance should be covering. Check out these 6 services you might not have known your provider covers.
- [National Health Center Week Brings Accessible Care to You](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/08/national-health-center-week/) - National Health Center Week highlights the quality care the centers provide, especially where there are shortages of doctors, hospitals and other professionals.
- [Tight on time?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/28/tight-on-time/) - Learn about the benefits of in-store clinics
- [Ask Questions](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/17/ask-questions/) - No question is a wrong question. Before your next doctor’s appointment, be sure to write down a list of any questions you have. Don’t leave without the answers you need. Think about bringing someone to write down your answers for you, so you can talk with and listen to your doctor.
- [Celebrating Hospital Week with Healthy Me PA](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/05/17/hospitalweek/) - We recognize hospitals and health centers for National Hospital Week, and we launched Healthy Me PA, a digital community working to improve the health of PA.
- [Medical Providers in Pandemic Shouldn’t Have to Worry About Lawsuits](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/05/04/medical-providers-in-pandemic-shouldnt-have-to-worry-about-lawsuits-2/) - Medical care during a pandemic often is provided in unusual conditions. Health care workers need temporary immunity from malpractice claims during the pandemic.
- [Doctors, Medical Facilities are Safe and Ready to Take Care of You](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/09/14/doctors-medical-facilities-are-safe-and-ready-to-take-care-of-you/) - We paused during the pandemic to protect each other and let health care providers focus on COVID-19, but it’s now the time to get back to your health care.
- [Vaccines Offer Hope and a Way to Give Back to Hospitals](https://www.healthymepa.com/2021/03/19/vaccines-offer-hope-and-a-way-to-give-back-to-hospitals/) - It’s been a year since the first pandemic lockdowns, but COVID-19 vaccines offer a new sense of hope. Give back to health care workers by getting vaccinated.
- [Telemedicine: Not just for pandemics anymore!](https://www.healthymepa.com/2021/07/21/telemedicine-not-just-for-pandemics-anymore/) - A mainstay during the pandemic, telemedicine saves time and money and improves access to quality care. It needs to remain a health care option.
- [Got telehealth questions? We’ve got answers](https://www.healthymepa.com/2021/08/25/got-telehealth-questions-weve-got-answers/) - Many PA health care providers increased telehealth services during the pandemic which improved access to health care. These FAQs explain how telehealth works.
- [Survey: Telehealth Access Highly Beneficial](https://www.healthymepa.com/2021/12/14/survey-telehealth-access-highly-beneficial/) - Telemedicine has taken center stage during the pandemic, making virtual care and telehealth a powerful tool for managing our health care.
- [Find the Right Setting for Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/01/06/find-the-right-setting-for-care/) - Knowing where to go for the level of medical care you need can help you get care faster. This guide will help you choose where to seek care.
- [There’s Still Time to Shop for 2022 Health Coverage in Pennsylvania](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/01/13/shop-2022-health-coverage/) - Enroll in health insurance coverage for 2022 through Pennsylvania’s health insurance marketplace, Pennie
- [Where to Go for COVID-19 Testing](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/01/14/covid-19-testing/) - There are many options for COVID-19 testing in Pennsylvania, but there’s one to avoid for routine tests: hospitals.
- [3 Reasons to Donate Blood This Winter](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/01/20/why-donate-blood/) - A single blood donation can save multiple lives. If you’re interested in donating blood, now is a great time to take action.
- [With Omicron Raging, Getting Boosted Offers Best Protection](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/01/25/omicron-booster/) - Getting boosted is more important now because doing so offers greater protection against the omicron variant than only completing an initial series of vaccines.
- [Donate Life Month: 5 Reasons to Support Organ Donation](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/04/19/donate-life-month-5-reasons-to-support-organ-donation/) - April is Donate Life Month, and it’s an opportunity for us to think about how we all can make a difference through the gift of organ donation.
- [Medicaid Supplemental Payments: 5 Ways This Funding Helps PA](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/07/21/medicaid-supplemental-payments-5-ways-this-funding-helps-pa/) - Learn how Medicaid supplemental payments to hospitals make it possible to provide care to all Pennsylvanians who need it, regardless of their ability to pay.
- [Behavioral health: 3 things all Pennsylvanians should know](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/08/26/behavioral-health-3-things-all-pennsylvanians-should-know/) - Not all visits to the hospital are for physical ailments. Pennsylvania hospitals offer behavioral health services and resources to people in crisis
- [#FactFriday: Copays](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/05/23/factfriday-copays/) - Learn more about #copays.
- [Reminder: Get Your Free, At-Home COVID Tests by Friday](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/08/31/reminder-get-your-free-at-home-covid-tests-by-friday/) - The deadline to order the free rapid antigen tests through the federal website is Friday. As we approach the deadline, here’s what you need to know.
- [Healthy Me PA supports the SAVE Act](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/09/15/healthy-me-pa-supports-the-save-act/) - Health care workers need a safe working environment to provide better care to patients. Learn how the SAVE Act will help health care workers and patients.
- [Getting Ready for Election Day](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/10/20/getting-ready-for-election-day/) - Pennsylvania voters face a long list of ballot choices on Election Day. Learn about how to register, where and when to vote, and voter registration deadlines.
- [You did it: 2022 Pennsylvania health care wins](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/12/15/you-did-it-2022-pennsylvania-health-care-wins/) - The Healthy Me PA community accomplished many successes in 2022 for Pennsylvania health care workers and patients. Here are just a few.
- [Healthy Me PA: Support the SAVE Act](https://www.healthymepa.com/2023/04/17/support-the-save-act/) - The SAVE Act protects healthcare workers by criminalizing assault on hospital employees. Dean and Bucshon prioritize worker safety for improved patient care.
- [Keeping Health Care Workplace Safety in the Spotlight](https://www.healthymepa.com/2023/05/26/keeping-health-care-workplace-safety-in-the-spotlight/) - Violence against health care workers is on the rise, making it more difficult for them to provide quality, uninterrupted care to you. Despite being among the most cherished and trusted occupations in America, nurses and health care workers are highly vulnerable to workplace violence. The most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics repost reveals that
- [Penn State Health Pilots Free Allied Health Training for a Year’s Work Commitment](https://www.healthymepa.com/2023/10/10/penn-state-health/) - Penn State Health and HACC are testing an innovative program: free education for allied health professionals in exchange for one year of work.
- [Healthy Me PA: Opioid Learning Action Network](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/09/25/healthy-me-pa-opioid-learning-action-network/) - PA hospitals are working together to end the opioid crisis. Watch to learn more!
- [Snow Shovel Safety Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/01/23/snow-shovel-safety-tips/) - Nationwide, snow shoveling is responsible for about 100 deaths and countless injuries a year. Follow these tips to be safe on shovel duty.
- [Temple University Hospital’s Patient Financial Services Department: Connecting People to Insurance Plans](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/13/2570/) - Temple University Hospital’s Patient Financial Services Department: Connecting People to Insurance Plans
- [Portion Size vs. Serving Size: What's the Difference?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/27/portion-size-vs-serving-size-whats-difference/) - Portion size is the amount you choose to eat. Serving size is how much you should eat. Follow these tips for proper portion control to stay at a healthy weight.
- [Registered Dietitian Nutritionists: 4 Ways They Can Help You](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/27/registered-dietitian-nutritionist-4-ways-can-help/) - Eating is a challenge for some of us. It can be difficult figuring out what to eat and how much to eat. Working with a registered dietitian could help you.
- [Domestic Violence Damages Victims’ Mental Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/09/30/domestic-violence-damages-victims-mental-health/) - The short-term physical effects of domestic violence can be easy to see. Its long-term effects on a victim’s mental health are harder to uncover and treat.
- [4 Plants to Alleviate Anxiety Symptoms](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/17/4-plants-alleviate-anxiety-symptoms/) - Despite medical advances in treating anxiety, there is rising public interest in holistic remedies. These four plants can help reduce anxiety at home.
- [How to avoid a cold-induced asthma attack](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/10/avoid-cold-induced-asthma-attack/) - For those living with asthma, the transition from fall to winter can trigger asthma attacks. As the drier, colder air approaches, here are ways you can prepare.
- [Diabetes in Pennsylvania](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/11/14/diabetes-in-pennsylvania/) - More than 1.4 million Pennsylvanians have diabetes, but 1 in 4 doesn't know. It’s important to pre-screen for type 2 diabetes so you know if you're at risk.
- [Top 6 Family-Friendly Pennsylvania Ski Resorts](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/01/09/top-6-pa-ski-resorts/) - January is Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month in Pennsylvania. Check out six great family-friendly resorts to take your loved ones for some fun this winter.
- [Hypothermia Vs. Frostbite: Know the Symptoms](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/01/23/hypothermia-frostbite-symptoms/) - Anyone exposed to harsh winter weather faces increased risk of developing hypothermia and frostbite. Learn the first signs, symptoms, and treatments for both.
- [Why Minority Health Month Should Matter to You](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/08/minority-health-month/) - April is National Minority Health Month, a time dedicated to improving health equity for racial and ethnic minorities on a national level. Here's why.
- [Do I Need an Antibiotic? Bacterial vs. Viral Infections](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/21/do-you-need-antibiotics/) - Antibiotics usually can kill bacteria but not viruses, which require a preventive vaccination or antiviral drug treatment. Often, there is no treatment.
- [5 Things You Need to Know About Vaccinations](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/11/5-vaccination-myths/) - For anyone wondering whether immunizations are still important today, read these five must-know facts from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- [Brain Injuries: Signs, Symptoms, and Prevention](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/05/brain-injuries-signs-symptoms-prevention/) - In March, the Brain Injury Association of America draws attention to traumatic brain injuries, including concussions. Learn symptoms and prevention tips.
- [International Women's Day: Health Tips for the Ladies in Your Life](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/27/womens-health-self-care/) - The theme for this year’s International Women's Day on March 8 is #BeBoldForChange—and one of the best changes we can make is to live healthier lives.
- [Germ Alert! The Everyday Places Where Germs Are Hiding](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/01/germ-alert-everyday-places-germs-hiding/) - Some of the routine things we come into contact with, from purses and elevator buttons to computer keyboards, are dirtier than the average public toilet seat.
- [Temple Baby Box Program Encourages Safe Sleep](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/09/04/temple-baby-box-program-encourages-safe-sleep/) - Temple's Baby Box Program encourages safe sleep for newborns. Watch this video to further understand how it works to ensure sleep safety.
- [Apps Available to Help Catch Melanoma Early](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/26/apps-available-help-catch-melanoma-early/) - Melanoma kills one person every hour in the U.S., but it’s easily treatable if caught early. Learn about apps that help you keep track of changes in your skin.
- [COBRA Helps You Keep Health Insurance If You Switch Jobs](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/12/cobra-helps-you-keep-health-insurance-if-you-change-jobs/) - COBRA is a law that gives employees the right to keep their health insurance for up to 18 months if they quit, lose their job or have their hours reduced.
- [Telemedicine: Bridging the Gap for Diabetes Patients](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/01/telemedicine-bridging-gap-diabetes-patients/) - Telemedicine is the new frontier when it comes to giving patients access to timely health care by eliminating many barriers patients face.
- [Tips for Picking the Best Health Plan during November Open Enrollment](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/10/09/tips-picking-best-health-plan-november-open-enrollment/) - Open enrollment is the time to select health insurance plans for the new year. It can be confusing to pick the best plan for your needs. These tips can help.
- [Do You Know the Truth About Alcohol Consumption?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/17/know-truth-alcohol-consumption/) - It’s important to educate teens early to make responsible decisions about alcohol consumption. Be a helpful resource, and set an example of moderation.
- [Telemedicine: Improving Health Care for Veterans in PA](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/21/telemedicine-improving-health-care-veterans-pa/) - High demand to improve veterans’ health care access led the VA to expand telehealth offerings, and it now runs one of the country’s largest telehealth programs.
- [Know the Difference: Hospice vs. Palliative Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/06/know-difference-hospice-vs-palliative-care/) - End-of-life care decisions can cause stress for families. Understand which programs an individual is eligible for, and when to administer medical aid.
- [Spring Cleaning? Follow Non-Toxic Cleaning Safety Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/03/20/non-toxic-cleaning-tips/) - Before spring cleaning starts, read product labels. Many cleaning products contain harmful chemicals that can trigger health problems in kids or poison them.
- [5 Tips for Growing Produce in Your Apartment](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/12/grow-apartment-garden/) - Here are 5 tips for growing fruits and vegetables in indoor spaces.
- [Flip-Flop Safety Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/12/flip-flop-safety-tips/) - Follow these tips from the American Podiatric Medical Association to keep your feet healthy while sporting everyone's favorite summer footwear, the flip-flop.
- [4 Tips to Kick the Habit](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/12/stop-smoking-tips/) - If health weren’t enough of an incentive, how about money? A 2016 PA cigarette tax increase hiked the price to $7 per pack. These four quitting tips can help.
- [Student Athlete Fall Preseason Checklist](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/17/student-athlete-fall-preseason-checklist/) - Whether you’re a first-time high school athlete or a veteran, it’s always a good idea to make sure your bag has these essentials, especially during preseason
- [Top 6 Sun Safety Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/18/sun-safety/) - You know to wear sunblock. But what are other ways to keep your skin safe in the sun? These six tips can prevent sunburn and heat rash when the temps rise.
- [Backpack Fitting Pointers For Your Child](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/23/back-school-backpack-fitting-pointers/) - Learn the features a backpack should have for your child to avoid injury this school year.
- [Bee Safety: 5 Steps to Prevent Stings](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/26/bee-safety-5-steps-prevent-stings/) - "Bee" smart about stings and bites. With the summer sun drawing bees from their hives, it’s important to know what to do—and what not to do
- [Top 4 Food Safety Tips for the Perfect Picnic](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/01/top-4-food-safety-tips-perfect-picnic/) - When the gang is gathered for outdoor eating, follow these FDA-recommended tips to keep food sanitized, especially during warm weather when bacteria thrive
- [Here's How to Stress Less at Work, Home, and School](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/01/stress-less-at-work-home-school/) - Work is cited as a top source of stress for 65% of Americans. Follow these tips for creative ways to destress, whether you’re at work, at home, or at school.
- [Potato Salad Reduced Fat Recipe](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/01/potato-salad-reduced-fat-recipe/) - Love potato salad but hate the high calorie count? Use this recipe to swap a few simple ingredients and turn this classic picnic dish into a healthy one.
- [Concussion Symptoms: Early, Late, & Severe](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/02/concussion-signs-symptoms/) - Any bump or hit to the head or body that makes the skull and brain move rapidly back and forth can cause a concussion. Learn the signs and symptoms to look for.
- [Sepsis Infection Signs and Symptoms](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/13/sepsis-signs-symptoms/) - When you have an infection, you have an increased risk of developing sepsis, which can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and even death if untreated.
- [Top 5 Age-Related Tooth Issues](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/15/top-5-age-related-tooth-issues/) - Dealing with dentures or gum disease? Follow these guidelines for dental patients 65 or older.
- [Top 5 Age-Related Vision Problems](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/20/top-5-age-related-vision-symptoms/) - Age-related eye diseases are the main causes of blindness/low vision in the U.S. Many have no early symptoms but can be found or treated with regular eye exams.
- [Avoid Trampoline Trouble with Safety Steps](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/21/trampoline-safety-tips/) - Flying too high in the sky? Take these steps recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics to ensure that kids stay safe while playing on the trampoline.
- [Honey Health Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/22/honey-health-tips/) - September is #NationalHoneyMonth—and beyond tasting delicious, this sweet treat has a lot of unexpected health benefits.
- [Open Enrollment: 4 Ways to Sign Up](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/27/open-enrollment-tips/) - Open enrollment through the Health Insurance Marketplace, where Pennsylvanians seeking insurance can buy policies, begins Nov. 1.
- [Child Health Month: Top 5 Health Threats to Kids](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/03/top-5-child-health-threats/) - Better access to medical care and child vaccinations have controlled many dangerous diseases. But we must recognize and reduce the many health risks remaining.
- [Best Apple Picking Orchards in Pennsylvania](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/04/best-apple-picking-orchards-pennsylvania/) - To sample the best apples PA orchards offer, visit one of these seven locations. They’re also perfect for picking other produce like pumpkins and gourds.
- [Breast Cancer: Spot the Symptoms, Save a Life](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/18/breast-cancer-symptoms/) - PA sees nearly 2,000 breast cancer-related deaths a year. Urge the women in your life to make healthy choices, detect early signs, and support research.
- [Sweet and Safe: Halloween Candy Safety Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/28/halloween-candy-safety-tips/) - Going trick-or-treating this Halloween? Make sure your kid’s candy is as safe as it is sweet!
- [6 Ways to Safely Heat Your Home this Winter](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/11/03/fire-home-heating-safety/) - As temperatures drop, heat your home safely. Don’t become a statistic this heating season. Follow basic maintenance and common-sense tips to stay safe and warm.
- [Mustache Movember: Show us Your Selfies!](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/11/03/mustache-movember/) - Find out why Movember is “changing the face of men’s health.”
- [Outdoor Exercise Safety Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/11/07/outdoor-exercise-safety-tips/) - As winter approaches, it’s important for runners to keep themselves safe in the cold weather. Learn how to stay safe while exercising.
- [4 Steps to Antibiotic Safety](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/11/15/antibiotic-safety/) - Did you know it’s #AntibioticSafetyWeek? Don’t let germs outsmart you—follow these steps to make sure your body can fight infections effectively.
- [Food Bank Donation FAQ](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/11/28/food-banks-donation-faq/) - One in seven Pennsylvanians is at risk of going hungry. For #GivingTuesday, donate to a local food bank. These guidelines help you donate useful items.
- [Gift Giving: Children's Toy Safety](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/11/29/kids-toy-safety/) - There were more than 185,000 toy-related emergency room-treated injuries last year, according to the U.S. CPSC. Learn how you can prevent these injuries here.
- [Your Personal Health Record Checklist](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/12/07/personal-health-record-checklist/) - A personal health record (PHR) is a tool you can use to help manage your health and track your care. Find out more what to include in your PHR.
- [Outdoor Decoration Safety Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/12/07/outdoor-decoration-safety-tips/) - Decking the halls and your home, too? ‘Tis the season to decorate—but before you break out the bright lights, take a few precautions.
- [Pennsylvania Health Policy: 2016 in Review](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/12/12/pa-health-policy/) - PA health care saw policy changes in opioid awareness and diabetes medical care access in 2016. See how some of the biggest changes affect you and your family.
- [Share Holiday Cheer at Your Local Hospital](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/12/12/share-holiday-cheer-local-hospital/) - Each Tuesday in December, we’re making life a little brighter for health care providers and patients.
- [5 Tips to Treat Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/12/14/tips-to-treat-sad/) - Did you know that 6% of Americans suffer from SAD? This type of depression emerges frequently in the winter months. Manage your SAD symptoms using these tips
- [Humans of PA: 2016 Resolutions](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/12/21/humans-of-pa-resolutions/) - To finish out the new year, we asked Pennsylvanians—what healthy accomplishment are you proud of this year? We’d love to hear your proudest moments, too!
- [Realistic New Year's Resolutions](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/12/21/realistic-new-years-resolutions/) - Yikes – only 8% of people actually stick to their New Year’s goals. That’s why we’ve rounded up a list of realistic resolutions.
- [Seasonal Safety Tips for Senior Citizens](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/12/21/winter-safety-tips-elderly/) - PA’s winters can be a challenge for senior citizens trying to get to doctor appointments. These tips will help you keep your appointment despite the weather.
- [2017 Doctor Appointment Checklist](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/12/22/2017-doctor-appt-checklist/) - Start the new year right by planning ahead to make sure your family pays these doctors a visit.
- [Pennsylvania Blood Banks: Where to Donate](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/12/23/pa-blood-bank-locations/) - Whether you have donated blood once or multiple times, you should be proud of your contribution. For a list of blood drives, visit these websites.
- [Polar Bear Plunge Safety Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/01/12/polar-bear-plunge-tips/) - If you're taking the Polar Bear Plunge to support Special Olympics or other groups this winter, follow these tips to make sure it's a safe dip in the water.
- [Blood Donation: Facts vs. Fiction](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/01/17/blood-donor-faq/) - The need for blood donors is great, but many hesitate for fear of needles or not knowing they can donate. The process is easy and easily takes under two hours.
- [Top 5 Heart-Healthy Cooking Oils](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/01/30/heart-healthy-cooking-oils/) - All cooking oils are not created equal. These five oils contain more “healthy” fats—monounsaturated and polyunsaturated—and less unhealthy saturated fat.
- [Hear Courtney Simmons' Story On Beating Cancer](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/03/world-cancer-day-courtney-simmons/) - After cancer claimed Courtney Simmons’ mother and sister, she faced it, too. Following treatment and remission, she pursued a career in pediatric oncology.
- [Top 4 Tips to Prepare for Surgery](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/06/4-surgery-prep-tips/) - Follow these simple methods from the CDC as you get ready for surgery to ensure that you’re as prepared and at ease as you can be.
- [5 Ways to Get Back on Track: Diet and Exercise](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/13/5-tips-back-on-track/) - Did you overindulge a bit too much? We get it. So we've got five simple tips to get your diet, exercise, and sleep schedule back on track.
- [Is the Microwave Really the Best Way to Cook Veggies?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/27/the-right-way-to-cook-vegetables/) - We know that vegetables are full of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that we need in our diet. When it comes to cooking vegetables, not all methods are equal.
- [Kidney Disease: Get the Facts](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/27/kidney-disease-diabetes-faq/) - Today, 1 in 3 American adults is at risk of kidney disease. In fact, the National Kidney Foundation reports that 26 million Americans have kidney disease
- [March Wellness Fitness Challenge Game](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/28/march-madness-fitness-bracket/) - You don’t have to be a basketball whiz to join our bracket challenge! Follow our bracket full of healthy challenges that line up with the NCAA game schedule.
- [Healthy Vision: Top 6 Sight Savers](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/28/vision-tips-for-workplace/) - Spending long hours in front of the computer at work? Eye health is more important than you may think.
- [What Does Vision Insurance Actually Cover?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/03/20/vision-insurance-faq/) - Since two of every three Americans are affected by vision problems and eyesight generally weakens over time, it’s worth looking into a vision insurance plan.
- [Health Care: Who Makes Decisions When You Can't?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/14/healthcare-decisions-day/) - Talk with family about advanced care plans and end-of-life wishes regardless of your age so families don’t have to make difficult decisions in an emergency.
- [Immunizations Aren’t Just for Kids](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/26/immunizations-arent-just-kids/) - The CDC recommends adults get a yearly flu vaccine, a once-a-decade tetanus shot, and a one-time DTaP vaccine for tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis protection.
- [How Pennsylvania Hospitals Are Meeting Child Trauma Needs](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/28/childrens-mental-health-not-just-childs-play/) - Today, hospitals around PA provide innovative programs to meet the needs of children suffering from severe trauma. Learn what options are available near you.
- [What's Cooking at Your Hospital?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/01/whats-cooking-hospital/) - Hospital food has been the brunt of jokes for decades, but hospitals across PA are stepping up their game by making healthy & gourmet options year round.
- [Excela Health Program Brings Patient Care to the Forefront](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/05/excela-health-program-brings-patient-care-forefront/) - PA-based Excela Health’s program ensures the patient’s voice is heard and focuses priorities on a patient-first culture that has shown meaningful improvement.
- [How Healing Spaces are Transforming Pennsylvania Hospitals](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/05/healing-spaces-transforming-pennsylvania-hospitals/) - Close your eyes and picture a hospital. What did you see? Most likely, your mind jumped to sterile rooms and fresh white paint.
- [Hospital Week: Did You Know?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/05/hospital-week-know/) - More of Pennsylvania's licensed hospitals are choosing to use renewable energy sources, environmentally friendly practices, and responsible construction.
- [Armed Forces Day: Can You Train Like a Soldier?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/15/armed-forces-day-can-train-like-soldier/) - Have what it takes to train like a soldier? We’ve outlined physical fitness test requirements and training regimens for the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines.
- [Recipe: Brunch Parfait](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/23/recipe-brunch-parfait/) - This parfait is perfect for breakfast … or lunch.
- [Meal Prep With This Delicious Honey-Sriracha Chicken Recipe](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/02/meal-prep-delicious-honey-sriracha-chicken-recipe/) - Looking to try a hand at prepping meals for the week instead of eating out every day? Try this delicious recipe for honey-sriracha chicken in the slow cooker.
- [What is a Trauma Center, and Why Would I Need One?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/08/trauma-center-need-one/) - Trauma is one of the five leading causes of death for people ages 1 to 44. Trauma includes any life-threatening and critical injury caused by force.
- [2 Pennsylvania Hospital Volunteer Programs Earn Honors from the AHA](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/08/2-pennsylvania-hospital-volunteer-programs-earn-honors-aha/) - The American Hospital Association recently named four recipients of the organization’s 34th annual Hospital Awards for Volunteer Excellence.
- [What Does Your Blood Type Say About You?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/13/blood-type-say/) - What does it mean if you’re Type A or Type B? Find out what each blood type is associated with!
- [Adulting 101: Apply That Sunscreen!](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/20/adulting-101-apply-sunscreen/) - Only 13% of men and 30% of women regularly wear sunscreen. Enjoy the sun and the warm weather, but make sure you’re taking the proper safety precautions.
- [Recipe: Sausage and Veggies](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/22/recipe-sausage-veggies/) - Looking for a bold recipe to mix things up? Try this sausage and veggie platter!
- [July 4, Veterans, and … PTSD?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/22/mindful-fireworks-july-4-approaches/) - Learn how traditional July 4th celebrations may trigger PTSD and impact veterans.
- [Juvenile Arthritis: From Diagnosis to Living Life Normally](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/30/juvenile-arthritis-diagnosis-living-life-normally/) - July is Juvenile Arthritis Month, and approximately 300,000 children in the U.S. have been diagnosed with juvenile arthritis.
- [Escape into a Book: 3 Ways Reading Impacts Mental Illness](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/30/escape-book-3-ways-reading-impacts-mental-illness/) - Studies show reading is effective in aiding the treatment of a variety of mental illnesses, including depression and anxiety, reducing stress levels by 68%.
- [4 Dessert Smoothies to Try this Summer](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/07/4-dessert-smoothies-try-summer/) - Smoothies have become a part of millions of people’s daily lives. Their all-natural ingredients taste better than the thickest milkshake. Try these four.
- [Benefits of Patient Portals: Why You Should Use Them](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/07/benefits-patient-portals-use/) - Patient portals let you contact your doctors, pay bills, and schedule appointments online. They are an easily accessible platform to manage your health care.
- [Why You Shouldn't Avoid Sunlight Exposure this Summer](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/07/shouldnt-avoid-sunlight-exposure-summer/) - Even though we are told to stay away from harsh sunlight and to use sunscreen at all times, research is showing the benefits of sunlight.
- [Burn Calories Outside While Doing These Chores](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/14/burn-calories-outside-chores/) - Looking for an extra benefit in doing some outside chores? Well, did you know that doing chores can actually burn calories?
- [The Right Sunscreen for Your Skin](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/14/right-sunscreen-skin/) - Not all sunscreens are right for your skin. Know what kind of sunscreen you should use to avoid uncomfortable burns and reduce your risk of sun-related dangers.
- [What is Medicaid?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/17/what-is-medicaid/) - The outcome of the federal debate over health insurance coverage will affect many Pennsylvanians. A major issue is the future of Medicaid. Learn more here.
- [How to Read an Explanation of Benefits: What Does it Mean?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/17/read-explanation-benefits-mean/) - Your explanation of benefits—EOB—is not a bill. It tells you what insurance paid for your treatment. Be sure you were billed only for services you received.
- [3 Fun and Effective Water Exercises for Your Summer Workout](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/21/3-fun-effective-water-exercises-summer-workout/) - Water exercises are a cooler, more gentle way to maintain your body without the labor-intensive or often painful problems of traditional workouts on land.
- [Take Safety Precautions Against Foodborne Botulism](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/26/take-safety-precautions-foodborne-botulism/) - When you’re making food for others, it’s important to follow food safety instructions while cooking, grilling, and canning to prevent foodborne illness.
- [Don't Wait to Vaccinate Your Children in PA](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/31/dont-wait-vaccinate-children-pa/) - The grace period for PA students to be current on immunizations has shrunk to the first week of school. After that, kids can be sent home until they comply.
- [UPMC Hamot Gives Underprivileged Youth An Opportunity](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/02/upmc-hamot-gives-underprivileged-youth-opportunity/) - In response to high poverty and crime rates and low graduation rates, UPMC Hamot in Erie let area youth learn job skills and train for employment at UPMC Hamot.
- [Stay Cool While Pregnant with These 5 Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/15/stay-cool-pregnant-5-tips/) - Pregnant women have a high degree of heat intolerance, and summer makes it worse. These tips to beat the heat can keep Mom and baby comfortable this season.
- [Loo and Drew Try Something New: Goat Yoga](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/18/loo-drew-try-something-new-goat-yoga/) - Loo and Drew tried goat yoga this month! How did they do? Take a look below and let them know what you’d like to see them try next!
- [Mental Illness and the Hearing Impaired: How Telehealth Can Help](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/25/mental-illness-hearing-impaired-telehealth-can-help/) - Approximately 56% of adults in the US with mental illness cannot receive treatment. As technology has advanced, telehealth services have emerged as a solution.
- [Healthy Veins Matter](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/29/healthy-veins-matter/) - Varicose and spider veins are common problems. For more information on vein abnormalities, go to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute information page.
- [Changes in Your Diet Can Relieve Anxiety](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/30/changes-diet-can-relieve-anxiety/) - With age, you gain more responsibilities and more things to worry about. Learn how changes in your diet can counteract the common, harmful effects of stress.
- [Mural Projects, Public Art Improve Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/01/mural-projects-public-art-improve-health/) - Public art not only spruces up communities but can improve our personal health and the well-being of our hometowns. Learn how public art can give you a boost.
- [Telemedicine Saves You Time and Effort](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/12/telemedicine-saves-time-effort/) - The growing offering and acceptance of telemedicine services by doctors and health insurance companies could help you put more time back in your schedule.
- [Loo and Drew Try Something New: Rock Climbing](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/22/loo-drew-try-something-new-rock-climbing/) - Loo and Drew try rock climbing at Spooky Nook Sports in Lancaster County. It can build endurance, develop coordination, and boost problem-solving skills.
- [How to Describe Chronic Pain Symptoms to Your Doctor](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/22/describe-chronic-pain-symptoms-doctor/) - The key to finding relief from chronic pain or a way to live comfortably with it is being able to accurately describe it to your doctors so they can address it.
- [Childhood Chronic Illness: 5 Tips to Help with the Transition to Adulthood](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/26/childhood-chronic-illness-5-tips-help-transition-adulthood/) - Parents of children who have chronic illnesses need to help their kids cope with their illness as best as they can. Here are five of our tips!
- [Don't Forget to Take Care of Yourself!](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/03/dont-forget-take-care/) - You might be so good at overlooking yourself that you get tired of well-meaning friends and relatives telling you to put yourself first.
- [HIV Is Now A Manageable Chronic Disease](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/04/hiv-now-manageable-chronic-disease/) - AIDS-related deaths have fallen 45% in the last decade.
- [Stand Up Against Bullying: What If Your Kid Is the Bully?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/04/stand-bullying-kid-bully/) - No parent wants to hear that their child is a bully. Learn the signs of bullying behavior, learn why it happens, and use these tips to help your child stop.
- [Teaching Kids to Be In Charge of their Health: How and When](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/10/teaching-kids-charge-health/) - Gradually give kids a voice and understanding of what is happening at doctor visits and the pharmacy. It’s integral to them taking charge of their own health.
- [Federal Marketplace Cost-Sharing Subsidies in Limbo](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/10/federal-marketplace-cost-sharing-subsidies-limbo/) - While the Trump Administration has indicated they may consider stopping these insurer reimbursements, they still make the payments on a month-to-month basis.
- [5 Things to Know About Open Enrollment](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/10/5-things-know-open-enrollment/) - If you need health insurance for 2018, enroll under the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, from Nov. 1 to Dec. 15, when enrollment closes until next year.
- [Loo and Drew Try Something New: Ninja Warrior](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/18/loo-drew-try-something-new-ninja-warrior/) - If you’re familiar with the hit show “American Ninja Warrior,” you definitely do not want to miss Loo and Drew’s latest adventure at a local ninja course!
- [Patient-Centered Care Month: You Are the Expert on You](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/23/patient-centered-care-month-expert/) - October is Patient-Centered Care Month. Maybe you have heard of the Patient-Centered Care Model, which focuses on individualized health care for each patient.
- [Tips for Adjusting to Daylight Saving Time](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/24/tips-adjusting-daylight-saving-time/) - In the fall we move our clocks back, and that can disrupt your daily routine and impact your health. Here are four ways to cope with the yearly time change.
- [Afternoon Naps: Are They Good for Your Health?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/24/afternoon-naps-good-health/) - Afternoon naps can leave you refreshed or groggy and not ready for anything. Follow these tips to make sure you get the benefits, not the drawbacks, from naps.
- [Benefits of a Good Night's Sleep](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/24/adulting-101-good-nights-sleep/) - Here are some tips to help you get a good night’s sleep!
- [What Keeps You Up At Night?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/27/what-keeps-you-up-at-night/) - Healthy Me PA asked our online community: “What keeps YOU up at night about health care?” Answers ranged from health insurance costs to mobility issues.
- [Loo and Drew Try Something New: Blooper Reel](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/27/loo-drew-try-something-new-blooper-reel/) - Take a look behind the scenes of Loo and Drew Try Something New with some of the best outtakes and bloopers from goat yoga to ninja warrior and rock climbing.
- [The 5 Most Important Things to Know About Obamacare Now](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/06/5-important-things-know-obamacare-now/) - After all the repeal-and-replace talk, even health care workers may be confused about the status of the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare. Here are the facts.
- [How to Lose Weight and Keep it Off After Dieting Ends](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/06/lose-weight-keep-off-dieting-ends/) - Congratulations! Through hard work, you have reached your weight loss goals. But the work doesn’t stop there. Learn how to keep the weight off after the diet.
- [Activities to Keep You Healthy in November](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/15/activities-to-keep-you-healthy-in-november/) - When your family gathers around the Thanksgiving table, the meal can pack a whopping 3,000 calories. These three family activities can make the day healthier.
- [How to Properly Dress for Winter](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/20/properly-dress-winter/) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text] Take a look to see if you are properly bundling up for windy, cold winter days. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [How Technology Has Changed Nursing](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/21/technology-changed-nursing/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Nurses use technology to provide the best care possible, often through faster diagnosis and more precise treatment. Health Information Technology enables nurses to capture critical data and use it to inform patient care and communicate across a range
- [Thanksgiving Leftovers: Beyond the Sandwich](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/20/thanksgiving-leftovers-beyond-sandwich/) - Thanksgiving can be the year’s biggest kitchen production, but using the leftovers can turn into a chore. Here are a dozen ideas for moving beyond the sandwich.
- [Epilepsy: Seizure Triggers, Warning Signs, and Symptoms](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/21/epilepsy-seizure-triggers-warning-signs-symptoms/) - Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disease marked by recurrent, unprovoked seizures caused by disrupted electrical surges in the brain. Learn more about it.
- [Osteoarthritis Risk Increases with Age](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/12/04/osteoarthritis-risk-increases-age/) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text] As we age, almost all of us will develop some degree of osteoarthritis, medical experts say. However, by addressing risk factors, you can lower the chance of developing it and make it less disruptive to your life if you do. In osteoarthritis, cartilage that cushions the joints and allows bones to glide over
- [Avoid the Winter Blues](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/12/11/avoid-winter-blues/) - The stress of the holiday season and shorter amounts of daylight could be enough to dampen even Santa’s good mood. Learn how to avoid the winter blues.
- [3 Healthy Cookie Recipes to Try over the Holidays](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/12/15/3-healthy-cookie-recipes-try-holidays/) - Snacks are plentiful during the holidays, and many of us find it hard to resist sweet treats. Luckily, there are alternatives for tasty and healthy treats.
- [New Standards Target High Blood Pressure](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/12/22/new-standards-target-high-blood-pressure/) - New guidelines change the point for having high blood pressure to 130 over 80 from 140 over 90. They're meant to help people control blood pressure earlier.
- [How to Achieve Your New Year’s Resolutions](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/12/22/achieve-new-years-resolutions/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] It’s a new year, and you have decided to commit to that long-standing goal you’ve been putting off. How do you start? Whether you’ve decided to live a healthier lifestyle, make a positive change, or master a skill,
- [Do you know the differences among an LPN, an RN, and a CNA?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/05/know-differences-among-lpn-rn-cna/) - Teams of doctors, nurses, social workers, and others provide hospital care. Here are the five most common job acronyms and the care they’ll provide to you.
- [January Awareness: Cervical Health and Glaucoma](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/10/january-awareness-cervical-health-glaucoma/) - Two important health concerns, cervical cancer and glaucoma, are recognized every January. What can you do in the fight against glaucoma and cervical cancers?
- [How to Reduce Inflammation](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/12/how-to-reduce-inflammation/) - Inflammation results from the body’s attempt to repair itself after injury, it’s a natural/necessary part of healing. Here are some tips to reduce inflammation.
- [Benefits of Owning a Puppy](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/30/benefits-owning-puppy/) - It’s not news that dogs bring positivity into their owners’ lives. Did you know just how many benefits owning a dog can have on your physical and mental health
- [Health Insurance and Taxes: 4 Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/17/health-insurance-taxes-4-tips/) - Are you confused about the Affordable Care Act (ACA) “coverage mandate” for this year’s tax season? You’re not alone. Click here to learn more.
- [Team-Based Care Provides Quality Attention, Eases Doctor Shortage](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/05/08/team-based-care-provides-quality-attention-eases-doctor-shortage/) - With team-based health care, several professionals with a range of skills work together to care for patients. It’s patient-centered and improves access to care.
- [New ways to give on #GivingTuesday](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/26/new-ways-give-givingtuesday/) - Looking for ways to give back and express gratitude this holiday season? Here are a few ways you can get involved in Giving Tuesday.
- [It’s Not Just a Headache: Addressing the Migraine Stigma](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/15/not-just-headache-addressing-migraine-stigma/) - "It’s just a headache", How many times have you or someone you know said this? Some of us misunderstand and downplay the severity of migraines.
- [The Pressure is on: How to Take Control of Your Heartburn](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/30/pressure-take-control-heartburn/) - Heartburn occurs when stomach acids creep into your esophagus, which causes a burning sensation in your chest. Understand what causes heartburn to prevent it.
- [National Donor Day: The Difference Your Heart Can Make](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/06/national-donor-day-difference-heart-can-make/) - Nearly 4,000 people await heart transplants in the U.S. For National Donor Day on Feb. 14, Learn how to become an organ donor and save lives in your community.
- [February is American Heart Month, but Heart Health is Important All Year](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/06/february-american-heart-month-heart-health-important-year/) - February is American Heart Month, but heart health is important all year long. These recommendations for lifestyle changes can really make a big difference.
- [ER vs. Urgent Care: Which Should You Go To?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/14/er-vs-urgent-care-go/) - It's the weekend. You need a doctor, but your primary care physician’s office isn’t open on the weekends. Should you go to an urgent care or the emergency room?
- [Your Child’s Oral Health: 4 Steps You Should Take by Age Two](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/16/childs-oral-health-4-steps-take-age-two/) - October is National Dental Hygiene Month, and it's important that you start proper hygiene at an early age for your children.
- [Pa. Campaign Helps Nearly 400K Get Enrolled in Health Insurance](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/16/pa-campaign-helps-nearly-400k-get-enrolled-health-insurance/) - When the federal government narrowed ACA's enrollment window and cut the ad budget, Pennsylvania officials and stakeholders acted to enroll 400,000 by deadline.
- [Women’s Heart Health: Be Your Own Advocate](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/23/womens-heart-health-advocate/) - To highlight the differences between heart health for men and women, Healthy Me PA spoke to Dr. Maribel Hernández, specializing in heart arrhythmias.
- [Telepsychiatry: The Future of Mental Illness Treatment](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/26/telepsychiatry-future-mental-illness-treatment/) - As Pennsylvania continues to battle the opioid crisis, health care professionals are examining new methods that can assist with treatment.
- [Obesity in Pennsylvania: Here’s What You Need to Know](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/06/telemedpoll2/) - PA has the 25th-highest adult obesity rate in the U.S. An expert in weight-related eating disorders outlines what Pennsylvanians can do to reduce their risk.
- [The Opioid Crisis: What You Can Do](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/06/telemedpoll1/) - Most opioid addicts and those who have overdosed from them stole the drugs from friends or family who were prescribed the medication. Try these prevention tips.
- [Cancer Recovery: Don't Let Your Treatment Define You](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/06/telemedpoll4/) - Even if you’re cancer-free physically, the tolls of treatment can impact you mentally. Don’t let your treatment define you as you continue to recover.
- [Patient Safety: Tips for Partnering with Your Doctor](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/12/patient-safety-tips-partnering-doctor/) - Health care professionals can provide safer care when patients and families act as partners in that care. Here's what you can do to make medical care safer.
- [Emergency Health Care Services in Pennsylvania](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/15/emergency-health-care-services-pennsylvania/) - PA’s 38 accredited trauma centers are open 24/7 and get special state funding to provide specialized services and medical experts to treat traumatic injuries.
- [Housecleaning Doesn't Need to Be Harsh for Your Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/31/housecleaning-doesnt-need-harsh-health/) - When we are cleaning, we tend to ignore the effects some products have on our health. Take a moment to think about your cleaning supplies.
- [Organ Donors Save Lives](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/31/organ-donors-save-lives/) - [et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text] We all have it inside ourselves to save lives. With two simple words—organ donor—on your driver’s license, you can be a lifesaver. United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), a nonprofit organization that manages the U.S. organ transplant system, notes that one organ donor can save eight lives. And there is a strong need
- [Telemedicine: Avoiding the Rain](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/06/telemedicine-avoiding-rain/) - When an illness or injury strikes but it’s a rainy day, you can avoid the bad weather. Get access to care from the safety of your own home. Try telemedicine!
- [Understanding Meltdown Triggers in Children with Autism](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/09/understanding-meltdown-triggers-children-autism/) - Learn what can trigger a child with autism to have a behavioral meltdown and how to help families and autistic children cope with challenging behaviors.
- [Expanding access to telemedicine in PA](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/12/expanding-access-telemedicine-pa/) - Learn how Governor Tom Wolf is expanding access to telemedicine in PA.
- [Five Tips for End-of-life Health Planning](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/13/five-tips-end-life-health-planning/) - Planning now for what care and treatment you or family members want near the end of life will ensure your wishes are met and eliminate guessing in a crisis.
- [Telemedicine: This Isn't the Future, It's the Present](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/17/telemedicine-isnt-future-present/) - The concept of telemedicine used to seem like it was something out of the movies in the 1980s. No, this isn't the future. This is the present.
- [Learn How Four Telestroke Centers in Pennsylvania Work to Save Lives](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/01/learn-four-telestroke-centers-pennsylvania-work-save-lives/) - Qualified neurologists at PA telestroke centers examine brain scans of stroke victims, use procedures to reduce the chance of another, and recommend treatment.
- [Grocery Shopping Tips from Summit Health's Community Services](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/04/grocery-shopping-tips-summit-healths-community-services/) - Learn from a registered dietitian how Summit Health's Community Services are providing extended nutritional services through a grocery shopping tours program.
- [Talking to Kids About Health Issues: Plan What You’ll Say First](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/14/talking-kids-health-issues-plan-youll-say-first/) - If you plan what you will say to kids about health issues such as a chronic illness or end-of-life decision, you can open a healthy, long-term dialogue.
- [Chronic Diseases and Conditions: An Overview](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/14/chronic-diseases-conditions-overview/) - Chronic diseases are among the most common, costly, and preventable of all health problems. Learn what they are, their risk factors, and how to prevent them.
- [Trauma Units Provide Specialty Care to Critically Injured in PA](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/14/trauma-units-provide-specialty-care-critically-injured-pa/) - Allegheny General Hospital’s Shock Trauma Unit helps severely injured patients return to their lives, as they did with Taylor McElroy. Click here to learn more!
- [Mental Health Month: Shutting Down the Stigma](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/15/mental-health-month-shutting-stigma/) - May is Mental Health Month to raise awareness that mental health is just as important as physical health. Sadly, the stigma of mental illness persists today.
- [Addressing Your Child’s Health—That Means Mental Health, Too](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/15/addressing-childs-health-means-mental-health/) - May is Mental Health Month, designated to raise mental health awareness and spread the word about why mental health is just as important as physical health.
- [Fit Fitness Into Your Routine](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/18/fit-fitness-routine/) - Looking to fit fitness into your routine? Click here to learn more about the benefits and how to add exercise into your lifestyle.
- [Here Are 6 Places to Take a Hike in PA](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/21/6-places-take-hike-pa/) - Looking for a nice place to hike in Pennsylvania? Click here to learn more about a few of our favorites for hikers of all skill levels
- [Sun Protection Tips from the CDC](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/01/sun-protection-tips-cdc/) - It takes only 15 minutes for unprotected skin to be damaged by UV rays. Click here to learn more about how to better protect your skin in the sun!
- [Who's The Stubborn Man in Your Life?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/07/whos-stubborn-man-life/) - Did you know that on average women live longer than men by more than five years? Click here to learn why and how we can change this statistic!
- [Telehealth is covered in 32 states. Why not in Pennsylvania?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/08/telehealth-covered-32-states-not-pennsylvania/) - More than half of states require insurance companies to cover telehealth services if they pay for the same treatment at an in-person visit. Why doesn’t PA?
- [Migraine or Headache: What's the Difference?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/11/migraine-headache-whats-difference/) - Most people have dealt with headaches at one time or another. But have your headaches ever been so bad or lasted so long that you think they might be a migraine
- [Knowing Your Type of Migraine: The Key to Getting the Relief](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/11/knowing-type-migraine-key-getting-relief/) - The nine different types of migraines are caused by different factors, including age, environment, and diet. Watch your symptoms to get the right treatment.
- [Prone to Migraines: Now What?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/11/prone-migraines-now/) - If you are prone to migraines, these eight suggestions from Mayo Clinic might be able to help you prevent another one or at least reduce its severity.
- [You Are What You Eat—Make Food Your Medicine](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/11/eat-make-food-medicine/) - A nutrition consultant to pro athletes says your diet can affect your mood, energy, health, and performance. That's fueled the food-as-medicine movement.
- [6 Pain-Relief Alternatives to Opioids](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/14/6-pain-relief-alternatives-opioids/) - With the opioid crisis, doctors are exploring other treatments for pain. These are six alternative therapies that could help with chronic pain management.
- [Learn Alzheimer’s Warning Signs: Be aware of these 10 typical problems](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/15/learn-alzheimers-warning-signs-aware-10-typical-problems/) - These 10 Alzheimer’s warning signs can help you distinguish between what’s normal and what’s a warning sign. Experiencing any of them calls for a doctor visit.
- [Launching ‘Fit This In’ Podcast: Get the Rundown on the Latest Health Trends](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/18/launching-fit-podcast-get-rundown-latest-health-trends/) - "Fit This In" is a new podcast in which four friends try the latest health trends—so you can get an honest take on what it’s like and if it’s worth your time.
- [Discover the Benefits of Dementia Assessment Screenings](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/22/discover-benefits-dementia-assessment-screenings/) - While old age is just a feeling to some seniors, many other older adults require special care for Alzheimer’s dementia and other age-related conditions.
- [From Fruit to Fish, It Can All Go on the Grill](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/25/fruit-fish-can-go-grill/) - Think outside the bun. Hot dogs on the grill may scream summer, but consider switching it up and grilling healthy options such as fruits and vegetables.
- [Diverse Populations Suffer in Mental Health Care Access, Treatment](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/30/diverse-populations-suffer-mental-health-care-access-treatment/) - Finding proper mental health care can be difficult, however, it is especially difficult for diverse and minority populations. Click here to learn more.
- [Keep Your Kids Health, But Don't Forget About Yourself](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/02/keep-kids-health-dont-forget/) - When school's out for the summer, it can throw off your entire routine, from eating to exercising. Following these tips can help you stay in good health.
- [How Hot is Too Hot to Exercise Outside?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/05/hot-hot-exercise-outside/) - To gauge when you should not exercise outdoors, use a heat index, which uses both temperature and humidity levels to calculate how hot it really feels outside.
- [Kids Can Get Arthritis, Too](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/16/kids-can-get-arthritis/) - Did you know that arthritis can be found in children? Click here to learn more about the effects of juvenile arthritis.
- [Before You Take the Pill, Know the Side Effects](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/23/take-pill-know-side-effects/) - Prescription medication might be the answer to your illness, but stay alert for side effects, which are unexpected, often unpleasant, reactions to a drug.
- [What You Should Know About Your Medications](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/23/medications-what-you-should-know/) - It is important to be knowledgeable about your medications from the way it may interact with others to potential side effects. Click here to learn more.
- [Rare and Less Common Cancers: Why They Are All the More Dangerous](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/02/rare-less-common-cancers-dangerous/) - Learning about rare and uncommon cancers can help you to better protect yourself and those you love from falling victim to cancer. Click here to find out more.
- [Cure Your Ice Cream Cravings with Healthier Options](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/03/cure-ice-cream-cravings-healthier-options/) - We all love to eat ice cream, but no one loves the unhealthy parts of it. Here are substitute treats that will satisfy those frozen snack cravings instead.
- [St. Luke’s Comprehensive Spine Program: Getting Back-Pain Patients Relief Faster](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/13/st-lukes-comprehensive-spine-program-getting-back-pain-patients-relief-faster/) - Hospitals are constantly innovating to improve patient care Click here to learn more about St. Luke’s University Health Network’s Comprehensive Spine program.
- [Do-It-Yourself School Lunch Recipes](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/13/school-lunch-recipes/) - Looking for some easy DIY lunch ideas to pack for your kids? Click here to find multiple lunch ideas they can help you make for school!
- [How to Keep Your Child's Chronic Illness Under Control at School](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/15/keep-childs-chronic-illness-control-school/) - For kids with a chronic illness, going to school requires careful planning to keep them healthy. Communicate with administrators, and follow these other steps.
- [Preventing Diseases: The Importance of Preventive Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/17/preventing-diseases-importance-preventive-care/) - Americans use preventive services at about half the recommended rate. If caught early, many potentially deadly conditions can be treated.
- [Is a Wearable Fitness Tracker for You?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/22/wearable-fitness-tracker/) - Have you considered buying a wearable fitness tracker, but aren’t sure if it’s for you or are confused by the options? This list can help you make up your mind.
- [What Is Cholesterol? Here’s What You Need to Know](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/11/cholesterol-heres-need-know/) - You probably know that having high cholesterol is a bad thing healthwise, but do you know what cholesterol is and what it does? Many people do not.
- [Health Insurance Deductibles: 10 FAQs Answered](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/11/health-insurance-deductibles-10-faqs-answered/) - Health insurance can be confusing. In order to compare health plans and get the best plan for you and your family, you must understand complex terminology.
- [How to Find a Therapist in PA: What You Need to Know](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/18/find-therapist-pa-need-know/) - If you feel your emotions are too out of control to handle on your own, you may want to seek help from a mental health pro. Learn how to find therapy in PA.
- [3 Causes and 3 Remedies for Clogged Ears](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/24/3-causes-3-remedies-clogged-ears/) - Ears clog when something blocks the ear canal. If you want to know why your ears get clogged and what you can do for fast relief, here are three remedies.
- [UPMC Susquehanna Promotes Employee Wellness](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/24/upmc-susquehanna-promotes-employee-wellness/) - UPMC Susquehanna promotes employee health. Learn more about the benefits of employee wellness programs.
- [Don’t Let a Busy Fall Schedule Become Unmanageable](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/10/03/dont-let-busy-fall-schedule-become-unmanageable/) - Fall is just around the corner. Back to school, back to work, and all the fall activities can lead to overload. Manage your schedule with these five tips.
- [Heart Health Tips for Women](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/10/07/heart-health-tips-women/) - Every 80 seconds, a woman dies of cardiovascular disease or stroke. But lifestyle changes and education can prevent 80% of heart disease and stroke events.
- [Know When to Get Checked for Breast Cancer](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/10/10/know-get-checked-breast-cancer/) - Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women. Learn more about when to get checked and preventative measures you can take to protect yourself.
- [4 Myths and Facts About Breast Cancer](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/10/10/4-myths-facts-breast-cancer/) - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, click here to learn more about 4 common myths associated with breast cancer progression and detection.
- [Telemedicine: The Perfect Fit for Immunodeficiency Patients](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/10/11/telemedicine-perfect-fit-immunodeficiency-patients/) - Telemedicine helps immunodeficient patients who can’t fight infections. It improves access to care, works on your schedule, and reduces exposure to germs.
- [How to Cope With Anxiety or Panic Attacks at Work](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/10/19/cope-anxiety-panic-attacks-work-2/) - If you experience anxiety, you know that stress makes it worse. Work is where stress often occurs. Learn the best strategy for coping with your work stress.
- [Your Loved One Becomes a Hospice Patient: Healthy Resources to Cope with Grief](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/10/26/loved-one-becomes-hospice-patient-healthy-resources-cope-grief-2/) - There are many local and online resources that can help you deal with all of the emotions you may be feeling when a family member becomes a hospice patient.
- [Tips for Tough End-of-Life Care Discussions](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/10/31/tips-tough-end-life-care-discussions/) - Having discussions about end-of-life decisions can be tough. Here are six tips to help these conversations get started and progress a little more smoothly.
- [Why Are Diabetes Rates so High in Pennsylvania?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/01/diabetes-rates-high-pennsylvania/) - More than 1.3 million PA residents have diabetes. The first step to avoiding becoming a part of the increasing diabetes rate is knowing if you are at risk.
- [Penn Votes Project: Making Sure the Unexpected Won’t Keep Hospital Patients from Voting](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/01/penn-votes-project-making-sure-unexpected-wont-keep-hospital-patients-voting/) - The ability to vote is an important right individuals value. Penn Votes Project is working to ensure hospital patients can exercise their right to vote.
- [Vote for Your Health Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/06/vote-health-care/) - Before voting in 2018, research candidates' stands on health care issues. Elected officials’ decisions may affect where and how you receive care and the cost.
- [Make a New Family Tradition this Holiday Season: Talk about Your Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/10/make-new-family-tradition-holiday-season-talk-health/) - Holidays are a time for family traditions. This year, Healthy Me PA proposes that you and your family adopt a new tradition: Talking about your health.
- [Diabetes 101: St. Clair Hospital Gives Healthy Me PA a Crash Course](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/10/diabetes-101-st-clair-hospital-gives-healthy-pa-crash-course/) - November is National Diabetes Month, a time to spread awareness and learn more on how to lessen your risk. Here is what you need to know about Diabetes.
- [8 Survival Tips for Thanksgiving Dinner Conversations](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/16/8-survival-tips-thanksgiving-dinner-conversations/) - With a little planning and manners, everyone can find a way to share a Thanksgiving meal without giving each other heartburn. These conversation tips can help.
- [3 Recipes for Your Thanksgiving Leftovers](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/17/3-recipes-thanksgiving-leftovers/) - Most of us make a ton of food for Thanksgiving, but what can you do with the leftovers? Try these three creative recipes so your leftovers don't go to waste!
- [New Year, New You: Schedule Health Screenings, Checkups](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/30/new-year-new-schedule-health-screenings-checkups/) - Get out your phone and open your online or paper calendar for the new year, and make appointments for your good health. This handy list can get you started.
- [Gifts for caregivers this holiday season](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/12/07/gifts-caregivers-holiday-season/) - Not sure what to get a caregiver this holiday season? Here are some ways you can support a caregiver during this holiday season.
- [Do Your Part to Curb Pennsylvania’s Opioid Crisis](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/12/20/part-curb-pennsylvanias-opioid-crisis/) - A tool launched by Gov. Tom Wolf and Attorney General Josh Shapiro last year will empower Pennsylvanians to report questionable prescription drug activity.
- [4 Healthy Sandwich Recipes](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/12/21/4-healthy-sandwich-recipes/) - Try out a new recipe for one of these healthy alternatives to a PB&J.
- [2 Research-Based Ways to Form a Habit](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/11/2-research-based-ways-form-habit/) - It takes 66 days for something to become a habit. If you need a litte bit of help in making a habit stick, here are two research-based ways that can help.
- [New Year Brings Continued Debate on Health Care Issues](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/28/new-year-brings-continued-debate-health-care-issues/) - It’s a new year with the same health care issues in PA: access to care, the opioid crisis, and telemedicine. We’ve had some wins but still have strides to make.
- [Welcome to Pulse on Policy from Healthy Me PA!](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/30/welcome-pulse-policy-healthy-pa/) - The Healthy Me PA community wants more info on how the health care policy world works and news on PA health care issues. That’s what's in Pulse on Policy.
- [Medicaid is Vital to a Fully Functioning Health Care System](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/02/06/medicaid-vital-fully-functioning-health-care-system/) - Did you know Medicaid funding helps keep the health care system we all count on humming and providing quality care for our communities?
- [Medicaid to the Rescue for Majority of Nursing Home Residents](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/02/06/medicaid-rescue-majority-nursing-home-residents/) - Medicaid is a lifeline for many nursing home residents because two-thirds of them are covered by Medicaid. Learn more about the program and how to qualify.
- [The Faces of Medicaid](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/02/06/the-faces-of-medicaid/) - Learn about the benefits Medicaid provides and who is covered by the program. You may be surprised to learn who is eligible for Medicaid throughout PA.
- [Health Care Facilities Prime Targets of Workplace Violence](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/03/07/health-care-facilities-prime-targets-workplace-violence/) - Incidents of serious workplace violence are much more common in health care settings than in private industry. A PA bill would give more identity protection.
- [Minor Symptoms Could Add up to Serious Illness](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/03/14/minor-symptoms-add-serious-illness/) - One of the biggest challenges with the most serious diseases is that their symptoms may not be noticeable, and could be attributed to any malady under the sun.
- [What Goes Into Your Health?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/03/22/what-goes-into-your-health/) - Download our infographic to better understand the components of what goes into your health.
- [Your Job, Home, and Environment All Affect Your Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/03/22/job-home-environment-affect-health/) - Did you know that doctor’s visits and health care services account for only 20% of your health? Your health mostly stems from environmental and social factors.
- [Don't Let Asthma Keep You Off the Field](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/03/26/dont-let-asthma-keep-off-field/) - Having asthma doesn't have to keep you sidelined from sports or other activities. Treat your inhaler like your equipment, and make sure it's in your bag.
- [SNAP: Working Daily to Build Healthy Communities](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/04/01/snap-working-daily-to-build-healthy-communities/) - Many factors contribute to the health of individuals. Some of the most overlooked factors impacting your health are social determinants.
- [Improving Pennsylvania's Behavioral Health Treatment Options](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/04/29/improving-pennsylvanias-behavioral-health-treatment-options/) - A PA resolution directs the Joint State Government Commission to study barriers to behavioral health care, particularly delayed care in emergency departments.
- [A Nurse for All Needs](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/05/03/a-nurse-for-all-needs/) - What’s the difference between a licensed practical nurse and a registered nurse? Find out here, and learn about other nurses you’ll meet in our hospitals.
- [How Does Your Hospital Help You?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/05/06/how-does-your-hospital-help-you/) - From new parent programs and stop smoking sessions to grief support groups, local hospitals provide many programs to improve the health of their communities.
- [Healthy Me PA: Benny the Budget Part 3](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/05/08/healthy-me-pa-benny-the-budget-part-3/) - Stay in the know about the budget process before it makes itself into legislation by June 30.
- [Medicaid in PA: Who Benefits?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/05/08/medicaid-in-pa-who-benefits/) - Medical Assistance, also known as Medicaid, provides many eligible Pennsylvanians, from kids to low-income adults, with health and long-term-care coverage.
- [Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospitals Crucial to Patient Independence and Mobility](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/05/15/inpatient-rehabilitation-hospitals-crucial-to-patient-independence-and-mobility/) - The unique specialized care provided by inpatient rehabilitation programs is crucial to the continued recovery of patients with debilitating medical conditions.
- [The Circle of Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/06/06/the-circle-of-health/) - Prioritizing your health now by building healthy habits will set you up for success in the future. Watch this video to learn more!
- [5 Mental Health Stigmas That Prevent Men From Reaching Out for Help](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/06/10/5-mental-health-stigmas-that-prevent-men-from-reaching-out-for-help/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Men are more than three times more likely to die by suicide than women and less likely to reach out to family, friends, or therapists for help, according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. One
- [Health Checklist for Men](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/06/21/health-checklist-for-men/) - Calling all men! Stay up to date with the health care screenings, tests, and boosters you need for each decade of your life with the tips in this video.
- [Make SPF Your BFF](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/07/09/make-spf-your-bff/) - Make SPF your BFF to ensure you are keeping your skin safe. Watch this video to learn tips on how to stay safe on our sunniest days to come.
- [Prior Authorization: Discover Why it Matters for You](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/07/12/prior-authorization-discover-why-it-matters-for-you/) - Have you ever heard the term preauthorization before? At some point, you will need to get your insurer’s prior authorization for a medical service.
- [Social Media Tool Flags Lawmakers About Your Concerns](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/07/15/social-media-tool-flags-lawmakers-about-your-concerns/) - A Facebook tool called a Constituent Badge can help your comments and messages directed at your local, state, and federal representatives get your concerns seen
- [Workplace Safety Reform](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/07/15/workplace-safety-reform/) - Workplace safety reform is a critical issue we face today. Watch this video to understand the value of legislation for occupational safety in healthcare.
- [The Results Are In!](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/07/15/the-results-are-in/) - Results are in on our recent survey! We asked general questions to better understand our community's knowledge of Medicaid. Click here to learn more!
- [5 Ways to Make the Most of Your Doctor Visit](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/07/29/5-ways-to-make-the-most-of-your-doctor-visit/) - Being able to talk to your doctor is important, especially if you have health problems or concerns. These tips can help you make the most of your doctor visit.
- [Tips for New Mothers](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/08/05/tips-for-new-mothers/) - Being a first time mom comes with many questions and difficult transitions. Watch this video to find tips to make life as a first time mom easier to manage.
- [Get Ready for the Fall with This Back-to-School Checklist](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/08/07/get-ready-for-the-fall-with-this-back-to-school-checklist/) - Whether it's your child's first year of kindergarten or last year of high school, you know how hectic the weeks before the start of school can be.
- [Flu Shots Should Be Part of Your Fall Routine](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/08/07/flu-shots-should-be-part-of-your-fall-routine/) - When you start seeing pumpkins and Halloween decorations in your neighborhood, it’s time to talk with your doctor about scheduling a flu shot.
- [Temple University Hospital Baby Boxes Offer Infants Safe Sleeping Space](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/09/11/temple-university-hospital-baby-boxes-offer-infants-safe-sleeping-space/) - Temple paired a box with education on safe infant sleep tips to cut the rate of parent-and-infant bed sharing, a risk factor for sudden unexpected infant death.
- [Healthy Me PA: Opioid Learning Action Network](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/10/28/healthy-me-pa-opioid-learning-action-network-2/) - Addicts can–and do–recover. Learn more about the Opioid Learning Action Network and resources available for addicts and their families by watching the video.
- [PA Insurance Department Ready to Help With Open Enrollment](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/10/28/pa-insurance-department-ready-to-help-with-open-enrollment/) - If you buy health insurance through healthcare.gov or a licensed insurance agent, your open enrollment period runs from Nov. 1 to Dec. 15. Get covered today
- [Telemedicine Legislation Makes Health Care Convenient](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/11/13/telemedicine-legislation-makes-health-care-convenient/) - Telemedicine allows you to get the health care you need from the comfort of your own home and receive lifesaving care from providers no matter where you live.
- [Telemedicine Can Solve Your Holiday Health Mishaps](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/12/10/telemedicine-can-solve-your-holiday-health-mishaps/) - If you wake up with a minor illness on a holiday, don’t worry. Get the treatment you need remotely with telemedicine. No need to leave your home or family.
- [Stay in the Know with Healthy Me PA](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/03/05/stay-in-the-know-with-healthy-me-pa/) - It seems to grow more complicated every year to find the right health insurance plan, while keeping yourself and your family healthy.
- [Health Care Worker Shortage Could Impact Your Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/03/05/health-care-worker-shortage-could-impact-your-care/) - A growing personnel shortage in our nursing and health care workforce could threaten everyone’s ability to receive the quality health care they deserve.
- [PaCT Program Would Enable Pennsylvania Hospitals to Innovate, Provide Custom Solutions](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/03/05/grant-program-could-facilitate-appropriate-post-hospital-care/) - Pennsylvanians with complex medical issues may soon have additional options when it comes to post-acute care, thanks to a program considered by the state.
- [How Do Virtual Doctor Visits Work?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/04/22/how-do-virtual-doctor-visits-work/) - As our lives have moved indoors and online due to the COVID-19 pandemic, so too has our everyday health care. Learn more about how telehealthcare works.
- [Did You Know?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/04/01/placeat-perspiciatis-ipsa-quidem-veniam-numquam/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.6.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] #‎DYK‬ Your insurer may require a preauthorization? Feel more confident in making health care choices w/ these tips. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Healthy Me PA Launches new Website](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/03/28/healthy-me-pa-launches-new-website/) - Healthy Me PA is proud to showcase its new FreshySites – Website Design website.
- [Swimming](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/05/17/swimming/) - Stay fit this summer with this moderate freestyle swimming workout. Depending on your weight, you could burn up to 230 calories over a 30-minute period.
- [Snooze](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/05/17/snooze/) - Disrupted sleep can cause serious health issues. Without plenty of rest, your brain can't recharge adequately, leaving you open to many illnesses and ailments.
- [Living with arthritis?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/05/23/living-with-arthritis-2/) - Here are some tips on how you can manage your arthritis at work. They include things like keeping your feet flat on the floor and supporting your arms.
- [Take a ride on your bike](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/05/24/hit-road-bike/) - Bike riding is great exercise and a fun way to burn calories. See how many calories you can burn with just a single hour of pedaling. You might be surprised!
- [#Yummy side dish for summer picnics](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/05/31/yummy-side-dish-summer-picnics/) - Check out this recipe for a lighter potato salad
- [Picnic pointers to keep food safe](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/05/31/picnic-pointers-keep-food-safe/) - From maintaining safe temperatures to avoiding contamination, these five tips will keep food safe outdoors for the gang's picnics when the weather is hot.
- [Row into shape](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/03/explore-pa-waterways/) - Rowing is a great way to burn calories, and Pennsylvania is home to many beautiful bodies of water. See how many calories you can burn while rowing.
- [Family History](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/17/family-history/) - Do you know your family's health history? Doctors recommend knowing these four things in order to help manage your health and get the proper medical care.
- [Fruit, Veggie, and Chia Smoothie](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/17/fruit-veggie-chia-smoothie/) - For a healthy start to your day, mix up your breakfast routine with this refreshing smoothie that includes almond milk, kale, spinach, fruit, and chia seeds.
- [Get your zzz's](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/17/get-your-zzzs/) - Lack of sleep can cause serious health problems. Adults should get seven to nine hours of sleep per night. Learn more about why sleep is so important.
- [Namaste](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/22/namaste/) - Whether it’s participating in a morning meditation session or in a group yoga class after work, be sure to take a few deep breaths and celebrate your health!
- [A new option for a picnic side dish](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/24/new-option-picnic-side-dish/) - Cool off from the summer heat with this refreshing watermelon salad recipe that features a surprising mix of flavors with cucumbers, onions, feta, and more!
- [Feel the Burn!](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/27/feel-the-burn/) - Are you curious how many calories an hour of hiking can burn? Watch the video and learn, depending on your weight and the speed of the hike you are taking.
- [Mosquito Bite Prevention](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/27/mosquito-bite-prevention/) - With concern over the Zika virus at a peak in 2016, it’s very important to follow these mosquito bite prevention tips for both inside and outside areas.
- [Sparkler Safety](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/30/sparkler-safety/) - Sparklers can be a fun way to celebrate July Fourth—but they reach burning temperatures of nearly 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. These safety tips can help.
- [Don't exercise alone](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/28/burn-calories-perfect-serve/) - Challenge friends to a tennis match https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhkqxEJaXoo
- [Watermelon Salad](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/30/watermelon-salad/) - Watermelon salad is perfect for hot summer days. Check out this simple, delicious, and refreshing recipe that is the perfect balance of savory and sweet.
- [Hatha Yoga](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/07/12/hatha-yoga/) - Whether it’s participating in a morning meditation session or in a group yoga class after work, be sure to take a few deep breaths and celebrate your health.
- [10 simple Ways You Can Make a Difference for Young Cancer Patients and Their Families](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/26/can-make-difference-kids-fighting-cancer/) - If you know a family dealing with childhood cancer, there are ways you can help. You can donate your time and talents to make a difference in their lives.
- [Learn the Signs of Deadly Eating Disorders](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/14/learn-signs-deadly-eating-disorders/) - It can be difficult to notice signs of an eating disorder. If you’re concerned about a loved one, here are some red flags, along with ways to intervene.
- [Mental Illness: Postpartum Depression](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/06/telemedpoll3/) - If you’re experiencing severe sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion, it might be postpartum depression. But with treatment these feelings won’t last forever.
- [Take Control of Your Asthma Today](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/16/take-control-asthma-today/) - One of asthma’s most frustrating qualities is that it's unpredictable. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America has a solution: an Asthma Action Plan.
- [PA Budget Is Important to Your Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/02/06/pa-budget-important-health/) - Gov. Tom Wolf's $34.1 billion proposed budget includes funding for many health care programs that affect Pennsylvanians, their families, and their communities.
- [Tick Season Is Here: Eight Ways to Stay Safe](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/04/12/tick-season-is-here-eight-ways-to-stay-safe/) - Last month, the state departments of Health and Environmental Protection warned Pennsylvanians that tick season is here and that we should all take precautions.
- [3 easy steps to summer COVID protection](https://www.healthymepa.com/2022/05/27/3-easy-steps-to-summer-covid-protection/) - Summer is just around the corner, and we’re sure you’re excited about the warm weather, spending time outdoors, and enjoying activities with family and friends.
- [COVID-19: Your guide to testing](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/03/19/covid-19-your-guide-to-testing/) - Although information on COVID-19 testing continues to evolve, learn if you should get tested and where, how the testing works, and what the next steps are.
- [4 Benefits of Self-Love and Why It’s Important](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/15/4-benefits-self-love-important/) - Self-love is defined as regard for one’s own well-being and happiness. Learning to love yourself takes effort and practice, but its benefits are rewarding.
- [From Tablets to Liquid: What Would Work the Fastest?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/10/tablets-liquid-work-fastest/) - Browsing the pain relief and cold aisle can be confusing. Here, we go over all the different types of medicines you can get, from pills to tongue strips.
- [Avoid Being Bitten with These 7 Mosquito Prevention Pointers](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/22/avoid-bitten-7-mosquito-prevention-pointers/) - Summer heat brings mosquitoes, which love humidity, and lay eggs near standing water. Since they can carry dangerous diseases, keep them at bay with these tips.
- [Is it Important to Take Your Medications on Time?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/23/important-take-medications-time/) - Doctors often prescribe medications to be taken at specific times throughout the day. That's so your body has an effective amount of the drug at all times.
- [Find Your Resting and Target Heart Rate](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/10/find-target-heart-rate/) - A target heart rate is the number of times your heart should beat per minute during exercise. Follow these tips to find your resting and training heart rates.
- [Telemedicine: Not Just for Your Phone](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/12/telemedicine-not-just-phone/) - Telemedicine is the use of secure, confidential, two-way interactive communication between a patient and a health care provider at a distant site.
- [Quick Tips for Contacting Elected Officials](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/30/quick-tips-contacting-elected-officials/) - Are you concerned about what government is doing regarding health care matters? Let your elected officials know, so they can represent you better. Here's how.
- [Men's Health Crisis: A Problem Impacting American Men](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/07/mens-health-crisis-problem-impacting-american-men/) - Men need to be concerned about their health, and they should be aware of the health risks they are susceptible to, such as heart disease, cancer, and stroke.
- [Germ Alert! 6 Household Items Dirtier than a Toilet Seat](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/01/germ-alert-6-household-items-dirtier-toilet-seat/) - Some of the most germ-filled items we come in contact with are in the comfort of our own homes. Here are tips for cleaning some of the dirtiest household items.
- [Milton S. Hershey Medical Center Provides Personalized Cardiac Rehabilitation Program](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/02/13/milton-s-hershey-medical-center-provides-personalized-cardiac-rehabilitation-program/) - Hershey Med’s highly individualized cardiac rehab program increases patients’ strength and health and reduces the risk of another heart-related event.
- [Healthy Soup Recipes to Fill You Up and Warm You Up This Winter](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/04/healthy-soup-recipes-fill-warm-winter/) - Eating soup can warm you up this winter and add more vegetables to your diet. Chicken soup can also help clear nasal congestion and be an anti-inflammatory.
- [Give Thanks Differently This Year](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/01/give-thanks-differently-year/) - Volunteering is a great way to give back during this Thanksgiving season. Here are six food banks in Pennsylvania that could use any help you can give.
- [How to Help a Loved One with an Opioid Addiction](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/14/help-loved-one-opioid-addiction/) - There’s no formula to predict who may develop an opioid or drug dependency. But look for these signs when you think a friend or loved one may have a problem.
- [COVID-19: Understanding the Basics](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/03/23/covid-19-understanding-the-basics-2/) - As the number of COVID-19 cases rises in PA—and worldwide—it’s important to stay safe and informed. This primer covers the basics so you can stay healthy.
- [Donate Blood: The Difference You Can Make](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/04/donate-blood-month-difference-can-make/) - Through one blood donation, you could save up to three lives. Donated blood also improves health for people in many situations that require a transfusion.
- [The Importance of Knowing Your Blood Type](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/12/26/importance-knowing-blood-type/) - Do you know your blood type? Many people don’t unless they donate blood regularly or have received an organ donation. Discover why knowing is important.
- [3 Healthy New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/12/26/3-healthy-new-years-resolutions-can-keep-2/) - With the new year around the corner, it's an opportunity to improve your health by accomplishing healthy goals. Here are three healthy resolutions to consider.
- [Replace Your 30-Day Diet with Habits for Life](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/07/replace-30-day-diet-habits-life/) - Everyone wants a quick weight loss solution, but the CDC notes that people who lose weight gradually and steadily are more successful at keeping the weight off.
- [Try These Natural Dyes for Your Easter Eggs](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/10/try-natural-dyes-easter-eggs/) - Combined with boiling water and vinegar, you can create natural dyes for Easter eggs with onion skins, red cabbage, blueberries, or turmeric. Get creative!
- [Don't Let Those Easter Egg Leftovers go to Waste](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/10/dont-let-easter-egg-leftovers-go-waste/) - This video shows you six surprising (and tasty) ways to reuse those boiled Easter eggs. Everything from biscuits and meatloafs to broth-based soups. Yum!
- [How to Dress for Winter: The 3 Layers You Need](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/01/20/winter-layers-clothing-list/) - No matter which outdoor activities you participate in during the winter, it’s important to layer your clothing properly so you’re never too warm or too cold.
- [Should You Be an Early Riser or a Night Owl?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/02/early-riser-night-owl/) - The debate rages among early bird exercisers and night owl enthusiasts over what’s better. The best time to work out depends solely on what is best for you.
- [Grilling Safety: Tips for Charcoal and Propane Grills](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/25/grilling-safety-tips-charcoal-propane-grills/) - Nothing says summer quite like grilling out with friends and family. But to keep this pastime safe and enjoyable, be sure to follow these grilling precautions.
- [Trauma Centers: Treating the Most Serious Injuries](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/05/trauma-centers-treating-serious-injuries/) - Patients suffering life-threatening injuries are taken to trauma centers for specialized care. Here’s a primer on PA's trauma centers and the role they play.
- [How to recognize and survive a deadly sepsis infection — From a doctor with personal experience](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/12/hohow-recognize-survive-deadly-sepsis-infection-doctor-personal-experience/) - Two children of a UPMC Pinnacle doctor had near-tragedies from sepsis, the body's extreme response to an infection that can lead to organ failure and death.
- [Major Election Year Brings Heightened Health Care Debate](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/12/10/major-election-year-brings-heightened-health-care-debate-2/) - With the 2020 presidential election, health care is a hot debate — whether to build on what’s in place or create a new government health insurance system.
- [Community Hospital Initiatives Across Pennsylvania](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/09/11/community-hospital-initiatives-across-pennsylvania/) - Hospitals across the state are taking the initiative to help their communities become happier and healthier. Learn more about their work in this video.
- [Encourage the Men in Your Life to go to the Doctor](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/06/21/encourage-the-men-in-your-life-to-go-to-the-doctor/) - Let your brother, friend, or partner know you care about his health and encourage him to schedule regular doctor’s appointments and seek treatment when needed.
- [What Is Health Care Advocacy, and How Can You Get Involved?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/06/19/what-is-health-care-advocacy-and-how-can-you-get-involved/) - Advocacy groups educate policymakers, stakeholders, and the public about issues such as health care. To get involved in health care advocacy, here's what to do.
- [Local Hospitals Assess and Address Needs of Whole Community](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/05/02/local-hospitals-assess-and-address-needs-of-whole-community/) - Hospitals offer more than emergency and medical care in the community—they improve quality of life, provide support, and help you care for friends and family.
- [Partner with Your Hospital to Give Back to Your Community](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/04/03/partner-with-your-hospital-to-give-back-to-your-community/) - Community members who volunteer at hospitals enhance the patient experience. Visit your local hospital’s website to learn more about how to give back.
- [Having a Cardiac Catheterization? Meet Your Care Team](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/02/06/cardiac-catheterization-meet-care-team/) - Specialized hospital-based care teams perform cardiac catheterizations to determine if you have a disease of the heart muscle, valves, or coronary arteries.
- [How to Get the Most from Your Doctor’s Appointment](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/31/get-doctors-appointment/) - Whether you’re scheduling a routine checkup or seeking treatment for something specific, here are some ways to make a trip to the doctor worth your while.
- [Visit Your Doctor Regularly Once You Turn 50](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/21/visit-doctor-regularly-turn-50/) - Once you turn 50, you need to commit to paying more attention to your health. This is when you might start noticing joint pain, skin changes, or weight creep.
- [Improve Your Health by Catching Some Z’s—Make Sleep a Priority](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/13/improve-health-catching-zs-make-sleep-priority/) - Sleep is a crucial component of your overall health. When prioritizing your time, a good night’s sleep should be part of your everyday routine. Here's why.
- [Women's History Month: How MS and Heart Disease Affect Women](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/06/womens-history-month-ms-heart-disease-affect-women/) - Heart disease kills one woman every minute. MS is two to three times more common among women than men. During Women’s History Month, learn more about them.
- [5 Health Benefits of Being in Love](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/30/5-health-benefits-love/) - Being in a happy, loving relationship can be beneficial to your health. See how it can affect your blood pressure, life expectancy, and overall well-being.
- [3 Healthy New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/29/3-healthy-new-years-resolutions-can-keep/) - Only 8 percent of people achieve their New Year’s resolutions, but if you want to improve your health, here are three resolutions we are sure you can achieve.
- [Nosebleeds: What We ‘Nose’ About Them](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/17/nosebleeds-what-we-nose-about-them/) - Nosebleeds often are not dangerous. They’re more of a nuisance than anything else. Here are tips on what to do in case of a nosebleed and how to prevent them.
- [National Preparedness Month: What We Can Learn From Recent Hurricanes](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/28/national-preparedness-month-can-learn-harvey-irma-maria/) - Always be prepared for an emergency. Develop an emergency preparedness plan to be ready when faced with a natural disaster, severe weather, or other crisis.
- [Suicide: Talking About It Can Be the First Step to Prevention](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/01/suicide-talking-can-first-step-prevention/) - It’s a myth that talking about suicide will spur a suicidal person to carry it out. Providing a chance to talk about difficulties openly can be most helpful.
- [Shake the Pollen: 8 Ways to Conquer Spring Allergies](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/07/8-ways-to-beat-allergies/) - What allergens should Pennsylvanians be on the lookout for? Be mindful of common spring allergy culprits, and minimize allergens with these lifestyle tips.
- [Depression Symptoms and Ways to Reach Out](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/04/depression-symptoms/) - Depression is the most common mental illness, affecting more than 26% percent of the U.S. population. Look for these telltale signs, and learn how to get help.
- [Breakfast Breakdown: 5 Myths About the Most Important Meal of the Day](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/17/5-myths-about-breakfast/) - Some people can’t live without eating breakfast. Others would rather sleep in. Here's a breakdown of the myths and truths surrounding the first meal of the day.
- [4 Heart-Healthy Valentines Treat Recipes](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/07/heart-healthy-valentine-recipes/) - Trying to resist chocolate this Valentine’s Day? Here are some heart-healthy recipes for real fruit rolls, banana ice cream, gummies, and frozen yogurt.
- [Learning About Your Family’s Health History Can Help Your Future](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/02/04/learning-familys-heart-history-can-help-future/) - It may seem impossible to predict what our future health will be, but the biggest indicator could be the past. Learning your family’s health history can help.
- [WIC Nutrition Program Connects Babies and Moms to Healthy Foods](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/04/01/wic-nutrition-program-connects-babies-and-moms-to-healthy-foods/) - The WIC program gives many families and communities the tools to fight challenging social determinants of health and create sustainable, healthy lifestyles.
- [Parents, Kids Can Breathe Easier with Asthma Summer Camps](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/16/parents-kids-can-breathe-easier-asthma-summer-camps/) - Parents of children with asthma often limit their children’s physical activities, worrying about their well-being. Asthma camps offer a unique solution.
- [3 Reasons You Might Need a Measles Booster](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/08/05/3-reasons-you-might-need-a-measles-booster/) - With the U.S. experiencing the worst measles outbreak since the disease was eliminated in 2000, adults should consider whether they need a measles booster.
- [Pennsylvania’s New State Insurance Exchange: Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/08/07/pennsylvanias-new-state-insurance-exchange-frequently-asked-questions/) - In July 2019, Pennsylvania passed legislation to set up its own online health insurance marketplace by 2021. Find answers to your biggest questions here.
- [We All Play a Role in Preventing Bullying](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/10/11/we-all-play-a-role-in-preventing-bullying/) - Of students ages 12-18, 20% experience bullying, and 70% of students and staff witness bullying. It's time to learn how to help prevent it and help victims.
- [Protect Your Lungs for Good Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/10/23/protect-your-lungs-for-good-health/) - While your body has a natural defense system to keep dirt and germs away from your lungs, here are six things you can do to keep your lungs strong and healthy.
- [Need an ER, or Can it Wait: Doctor Offers Guidance for Making the Call](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/11/01/need-an-er-or-can-it-wait-doctor-offers-guidance-for-making-the-call/) - An emergency room medical director outlines what ERs and urgent cares treat and how to weigh if you visit one or can wait until your doctor’s office opens.
- [YOU Made Health Care Better in 2019](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/12/10/healthy-me-pa-actions-improve-state-health-care-policy/) - In 2019, the Healthy Me PA community made its voice heard throughout the state Capitol and helped to secure numerous legislative health care victories.
- [Barriers to Health Care Exist Statewide](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/03/05/barriers-to-health-care-exist-statewide/) - Whether you live in a city or rural area, Pennsylvanians face many of the same barriers to health care services. This can cause a delay in getting medical care.
- [Stay Safe with National Preparedness Month Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/27/national-prepardness-month-tips/) - September is National Preparedness Month—but it’s important to be prepared at all times during the year in case of an emergency. Here are tips to stay prepared.
- [Assisted Living vs. In-Home Care: Weighing the Options](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/21/assisted-living-vs-in-home-care/) - Joining an assisted living community and hiring an in-home care provider are common options to ensure your loved ones can get help with their daily routines.
- [Health Care Continues to Dominate 2020 Elections](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/03/05/health-care-continues-to-dominate-2020-elections/) - Much of the 2020 election centers on health care, ranging from Medicare for All proposals to long-term-care coverage and mental health and addiction issues.
- [It’s Easy to Contact Your Elected Officials](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/03/05/its-easy-to-contact-your-elected-officials/) - As a voter, you can make a difference in health care policy by contacting your senator, representative, and other elected officials. Here's how to get started.
- [Knowledge Is the Best Prescription for Managing Health Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/03/05/knowledge-is-the-best-prescription-for-managing-health-care/) - While you certainly can’t plan for a true medical emergency, you can be knowledgeable about what your health insurance plan covers and how you pay for it.
- [PA Trauma Centers, Other Hospitals Critically Need Increased Funding](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/03/05/pa-trauma-centers-other-hospitals-critically-need-increased-funding/) - We're encouraging state legislators and the governor to maintain funding for Pennsylvania’s health care system. Let them know to keep up their support!
- [Telemedicine Becomes a Household Word Overnight in Pandemic](https://www.healthymepa.com/2020/04/22/telemedicine-becomes-a-household-word-overnight-in-pandemic/) - During the pandemic, telemedicine has provided a way for medical professionals to treat their patients while maintaining social distancing guidelines.
- [The Importance of Managing and Understanding Your Medication](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/11/04/the-importance-of-managing-and-understanding-your-medication/) - Nearly 70% of Americans take at least one prescription drug. Use these tips to know what to expect and what to ask your doctor and pharmacist about medication.
- [Holiday First-Aid Kit](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/11/21/holiday-first-aid-kit/) - Are you prepared for whatever the holidays throw at you? Keep these first-aid essentials on hand to tackle anything from cooking burns to winter bugs.
- [ZzZzz's](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/05/17/zzzzzs/) - For the sake of your health, catch up on some ZzZzz’s. Learn how the lack of sleep can harm your health. Adults need seven to nine hours of sleep nightly.
- [Children's Fevers: When to Go to the Doctor](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/13/childrens-fevers-doctor-how-to-tell/) - During cold and flu season, it’s not uncommon to wonder whether your child’s fever requires a trip to the pediatrician or family doctor. Here’s how to tell.
- [Trick or Treat Safety Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/28/trick-treat-safety-tips/) - We all want our kids to be safe while having fun this Halloween. Here are five tips that will help keep them out of danger while you trick-or-treat together.
- [How Many Calories Do Your Favorite Fall Activities Burn?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/12/fall-activity-calorie-burn/) - Do you love fall activities like picking pumpkins and hiking? Guess how many calories you can burn doing these activities? The answers might surprise you!
- [Grab Your Mat—The Fourth International Day of Yoga is Here](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/18/grab-mat-fourth-international-day-yoga/) - Dona Jones, a certified trauma-sensitive yoga instructor in Lehigh Valley Health Network’s Veteran Health Program explains the benefits of yoga.
- [How to Make New Year's Resolutions You Can Achieve](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/12/17/make-new-years-resolutions-can-achieve/) - These tips from the American Psychological Association can help you to set realistic goals and work toward healthy lifestyle change one step at a time.
- [Push PA Telemedicine Bill Over the Goal Line This Fall](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/12/push-pa-telemedicine-bill-goal-line-fall/) - Telemedicine can help save lives in Pennsylvania. See how Senate Bill 780 will be a giant step forward in helping health care consumers across the state.
- [The Opioid Epidemic: How WellSpan is Making a Difference](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/31/opioid-epidemic-wellspan-making-difference/) - Opioid addiction is a chronic disease called opioid use disorder. WellSpan Health is an example of a health system making strides to combat the opioid crisis.
- [Preventing Opioid Abuse and Addiction with Awareness](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/24/preventing-opioid-abuse-addiction-awareness/) - The opioid crisis is a national epidemic that continues to grow throughout Pennsylvania and across the country. Here is how to spot opioid misuse and abuse.
- [Prepping Children with Autism to Go Back to School](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/15/prepping-children-autism-go-back-school/) - For children with autism, going back to school can be hard as it interrupts their months long structure and routine. These tips can help ease the change.
- [Don’t Wait, Vaccinate! The Importance of Immunizations](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/13/dont-wait-vaccinate-importance-immunizations/) - Pennsylvania is among states with the highest vaccination exemption rate. This is concerning as immunizations are integral to the health of children’s lives.
- [World Hepatitis Day: New Cases Are on the Rise](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/20/world-hepatitis-day-new-cases-rise/) - July 28 is World Hepatitis Day, a day designated for awareness and education about the different types of viral hepatitis that impact millions all over the globe. Viral hepatitis is the group of infectious diseases including hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E, and while fewer people are dying from diseases like tuberculosis and HIV,
- [Don't Let Your Health Keep You Down When Traveling](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/05/dont-let-health-keep-traveling/) - Summertime is travel time! Whether you are planning to travel in the U.S. or abroad, here are some tips to ensure you don’t leave your health behind.
- [Telehealth Programs Bring Expert Care to Local Burn Victims](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/30/telehealth-programs-bring-expert-care-local-burn-victims/) - If you have suffered a burn injury, your local hospital can get help quickly through a TeleBurn program to determine whether specialized care is needed.
- [Temple Center for Population Health Tackles Hunger](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/09/temple-center-population-health-tackles-hunger/) - In Philadelphia, 21% of the population is experiencing food insecurity. Here's how the Temple Center for Population Health food insecurity program can help.
- [Reinventing Medical Education in Philadelphia](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/08/reinventing-medical-education-philadelphia/) - Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University adds a focus on creativity and design for med students, the first such program in the U.S.
- [Did You Know: Mother's Day Started in Pennsylvania](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/02/know-mothers-day-started-pennsylvania/) - Anna Jarvis wanted to recognize the life and activism of her mom, known as Mother Jarvis, and started a campaign to make Mother’s Day the second Sunday in May.
- [Use the Force and These Tips for a Healthier Summer](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/27/use-force-tips-healthier-summer/) - We're taking cues from the original "Star Wars" trilogy to inspire us to live a healthier lifestyle. Who knew Jabba and Luke could teach us to be healthy?
- [Get the ABCs of What It Means to Be on the Autism Spectrum](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/09/get-abcs-means-autism-spectrum/) - Autism cases have increased tenfold over the last 40 years. Learn the five classifications from mild to severe that encompass autism spectrum disorder.
- [Critical Access Hospitals Are Key to Rural Health Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/28/critical-access-hospitals-key-rural-health-care/) - Rural Pennsylvania has 16 hospitals designated as “critical access,” which provide extra funding to essential health care services in rural communities.
- [Hershey Medical Center Partners with 'Stop the Bleed'](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/09/hershey-medical-center-partners-stop-bleed/) - Uncontrolled bleeding is the No. 1 cause of preventable death from trauma. Hershey Med offers classes and events to teach how to stop life-threatening bleeding.
- [Annual Physical Exam Could Save Future Medical Costs](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/02/annual-physical-exam-save-future-medical-costs/) - You should see your doctor regularly to stay healthy and avoid problems that can sneak up on you over time and become harder and more expensive to treat.
- [Vitamins vs. Dietary Supplements: What You Need To Know](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/25/vitamins-vs-dietary-supplements-need-know/) - Vitamins and dietary supplements have great benefits, but they serve different purposes and it's important to know the effects each one has. Learn more here.
- [Psoriasis and Cold Weather: What You Can Do About It](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/19/psoriasis-cold-weather-can/) - Doctors don’t know what causes psoriasis, an immune-mediated disease that causes raised, red, scaly patches, but they know cold weather can be a trigger.
- [Cervical Cancer Is Almost Always Preventable—Here’s Why](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/05/cervical-cancer-almost-always-preventable-heres/) - Every year nearly 13,000 women in the U.S. are diagnosed with cervical cancer, but it’s almost always preventable with regular screening and vaccination.
- [The GIFt of Health: 13 Health and Wellness Gift Ideas](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/12/15/gift-health-13-health-wellness-gift-ideas/) - This holiday, consider gift options that promote weight loss, strength training, or staying active. Living a healthier life is the gift that keeps on giving.
- [Don’t Let Daylight Saving Turn You into a Couch Potato](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/01/dont-let-daylight-saving-turn-couch-potato/) - During daylight saving time, don't get lazy after work or school. Despite the shorter days, it's important to exercise and maintain healthy eating habits.
- [15 Ways to Help Visiting Relatives with Chronic Illnesses](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/01/15-ways-help-visiting-relatives-chronic-illnesses/) - Watching a loved one manage a chronic illness can be difficult. Here are tips for helping a loved one manage Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy, and diabetes.
- [PA’s Required Newborn Screenings Designed for Baby’s Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/12/pas-required-newborn-screenings-designed-babys-health/) - Even a baby who appears normal at birth may have a very slim chance of having a genetic disorder. Pennsylvania law requires hospitals to test for 9 conditions.
- [Take a Hike! 13 Things to Do Before Hitting the Trails](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/06/take-hike-13-things-hitting-trails/) - While the weather is warm, it's a perfect time to take a hike in the beautiful and scenic parks of PA. Here are 13 hiking tips that everyone should know.
- [Spice Up Snack Time with 10 Gourmet Popcorn Flavors](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/23/spice-snack-time-10-gourmet-popcorn-flavors/) - Looking for a healthy snack? Did you know most air-popped popcorn is only 106 to 120 calories per ounce? Spice up your popcorn with these 10 flavorful recipes.
- [Help Your Pets Beat the Heat with These Frozen Treats](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/23/help-pets-beat-heat-frozen-treats/) - During the summer, nothing tastes better than a frozen treat. So why not enjoy one with your pet? Here are some of our favorite frozen treats for our pets.
- [Safety Tips to Make Sure Your Vacation Is Just 'Beach-y'](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/04/safety-tips-make-sure-vacation-just-beach-y/) - The beach is a great place to disconnect from everyday life. If your family is planning a beach trip this summer, there are some safety tips you need to know.
- [Health Benefits of Quitting Smoking Increase Over Time](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/17/health-benefits-quitting-smoking-increase-time/) - Cigarettes contain nearly 7,000 chemicals, and most of them are harmful. Quitting smoking carries both short-term and long-term benefits for your health.
- [There’s a Better Way to See Your Doctor on Vacation](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/14/theres-better-way-see-doctor-vacation/) - No one wants to get sick while they are on vacation. But, if you do, you can be treated remotely over the phone or computer thanks to advances in telehealth.
- [Fish Recipes for Your Next Big Catch in Pennsylvania](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/30/fish-recipes-next-big-catch-pennsylvania/) - Whether it’s a river, a lake, or a creek, Pennsylvania’s landscape makes it a perfect place to enjoy fishing. Try one of these recipes with your next big catch.
- [Burned by the Sun: When Do I Need to Go to the Doctor?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/30/burned-sun-need-go-doctor/) - Despite protective efforts, too many of us still end up getting sunburned. Learn to determine if a sunburn can be treated at home or requires medical attention.
- [Hospitals Are Committed to Making PA Violence-Free](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/05/hospitals-committed-making-pa-violence-free/) - Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia put into effect a program to protect youth from violence through educational programming in schools and the community.
- [Packing for a Road Trip? Don’t Forget These Healthy Snacks!](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/25/packing-road-trip-dont-forget-healthy-snacks/) - When planning a road trip, pack snacks! Fast food and prepackaged snacks aren’t good for you, so assemble healthy snacks as part of your packing routine.
- [The Value of Vaccines: Why the World Needs Immunization](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/19/value-vaccines-world-needs-immunization/) - It’s time to talk vaccines—why we need them, how they’ve been successful, and which immunization schedule you should be following. Learn all about it here.
- [Colon Cancer: Screening is Critical to Detect and Prevent](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/27/colon-cancer-tests-faq/) - A colonoscopy does not just detect cancer. It can prevent six of every 10 deaths from colorectal cancer, the second-leading cancer killer in America.
- [Joining a Gym? Use this Checklist Before You Sign On](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/21/joining-gym-checklist/) - It can be hard to choose the right gym or fitness facility. Study these 5 C’s to make the best choice: convenience, cleanliness, current, cost, and competition!
- [Tyrone Fitness Challenge Targets Diabetes, Obesity](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/01/10/tyrone-hospital-wellness/) - Tyrone Hospital’s annual fitness challenge in Blair County is now a countywide event. Participants get customized help to lose weight and adopt healthy habits.
- [How Pennsylvania Fights Food Insecurity](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/03/05/pennsylvania-fights-food-insecurity/) - In PA, roughly 1 in 8 adults and 1 in 6 children struggles to afford enough food. Learn about the public programs and hospitals working to solve this problem.
- [Myths and Facts About Organ Donation](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/31/myths-facts-organ-donation/) - While 95% of U.S. adults support organ donation, only 54% are registered donors, largely due to myths about organ donation. Read the myths and learn the facts.
- [A Healthy Colon is a Happy Colon](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/06/healthy-colon-happy-colon/) - Colorectal cancer is the third-most common cancer in U.S. men and women. Colonoscopies can evaluate colon health and even head off cancer before it starts.
- [Pennsylvania’s Medicaid Program: Eligibility, Benefits, and How to Apply](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/19/copy-pennsylvanias-medicaid-program-eligibility-benefits-apply/) - Medicaid, a state and federal insurance program, gives financial help to those who can't afford their health care or long-term care. Here's how to apply.
- [Did Your Clothes Shrink, or Did You Just Celebrate Thanksgiving?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/06/clothes-shrink-just-celebrate-thanksgiving/) - If you overate at Thanksgiving and your clothes don't fit like they used to, follow these tips to jumpstart your weight loss journey with healthy habits.
- [Asthma: A Lesson in Life and Lung Management](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/16/asthma-lesson-life-lung-management/) - Asthma is a chronic disease that causes your airways to become inflamed, making it difficult to breathe. Learn how to keep asthma under control.
- [5 Big Benefits of an Electronic Health Record (EHR)](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/18/what-is-an-ehr-benefits/) - An electronic health record is a digital version of a chart that allows for immediate and secure access to a patient’s records. Here are their benefits.
- [World Hepatitis Day Seeks to Find 'Missing Millions' Living with Hepatitis](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/07/29/world-hepatitis-day-seeks-to-find-missing-millions-living-with-hepatitis/) - The World Hepatitis Alliance reports more than 300 million people are unknowingly living with viral hepatitis. Here's what you can do to reduce your risk.
- [Recognizing the Importance of Donation and Transplantation in Multicultural Communities](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/12/recognizing-importance-donation-transplantation-multicultural-communities/) - Every Community Has Opportunity (ECHO) is a nationwide observance focused on the importance of donation and transplantation in multicultural communities.
- [Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: Spreading the Word for Prevention](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/11/cervical-cancer-awareness-month-spreading-word-prevention/) - January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, which spreads the word about cervical cancer, human papillomavirus (HPV), and the importance of early detection.
- [Hospitals Unite to Fight Violence Across PA](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/04/hospitals-unite-fight-violence-across-pa/) - More than 2.3 million people are treated in the U.S. each year for injuries resulting from acts of violence. See how hospitals in PA are addressing this.
- [PA Lawmakers Need to Expand Telemedicine Access](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/12/pa-lawmakers-need-expand-telemedicine-access/) - PA lawmakers need to make it easier to get health care remotely through telehealth, especially for rural residents, who make up 27% of PA’s population.
- [Impact of Social Media on Kids and Teens - Communication is Key](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/04/impact-social-media-kids-teens-communication-key/) - Social media can be a positive way to connect but can have negative effects on developing minds. Communication with your kids is key to spotting issues.
- [National Hospital Week: Baby Cuddlers at UPMC](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/08/national-hospital-week-baby-cuddlers-upmc/) - National Hospital Week recognizes hospital employees and volunteers like those in UPMC’s Cuddler Program who cuddle infants showing symptoms of drug withdrawal.
- [Open Enrollment: Hospitals that Can Help Connect You to Your Insurance](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/10/09/open-enrollment-hospitals-can-help-connect-insurance/) - Multiple hospitals across Pennsylvania have assistance programs in 2018 to help you decide which marketplace plan best fits your needs and to help you get it.
- [Lehigh Valley Health Network: Transforming Patient Care with TeleBurn](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/12/lehigh-valley-health-network-transforming-patient-care-teleburn/) - Lehigh Valley Health Network has embraced telehealth services with programs ranging from TeleInfectious Disease and TeleStroke to TeleToxicology and TeleBurn.
- [How Bullying Affects Lifelong Mental Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/16/bullying-affects-lifelong-mental-health/) - Bullying negatively affects everyone involved, even bystanders. Concerned that your child is facing bullying? Here are some warning signs to look for.
- [6 Steps for Staying Safe in the Sun](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/26/6-steps-staying-safe-sun/) - Summer is rapidly approaching. Before you head outdoors, keep these six simple tips in mind to make sure you’re protecting your skin from harmful sun rays.
- [Don't Let Food Labels Fool You](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/28/food-label-faq/) - Could your “healthy” food actually be harming your efforts to eat right? Look over our label guide the next time you grocery shop so you can know the facts.
- [Meet Michelle: A National Parent Advocate for Type 1 Diabetes](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/03/21/michelle-berman-beyond-type-1-diabetes/) - At first, Michelle didn’t recognize the symptoms of Type 1 diabetes in her son. Now, she advocates to educate parents and pediatricians on the warning signs.
- [Walk To School Safety Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/04/walk-school-safety-tips/) - Walking to school is a fun, easy way to add exercise to the day, but it’s important to stay safe on your way there. Here are some safety tips for your walk.
- [Do Anti-aging Creams Really Work?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/24/anti-aging-creams-really-work/) - What are anti-aging creams, and how do they work? Anti-aging—or anti-wrinkle—creams are intended to reduce wrinkles and slow the skin’s aging process. These creams moisturize your skin to maintain its elasticity and prevent it from cracking. The result is fewer wrinkles and more nourished skin. People use anti-aging creams when they want to minimize the
- [Jam Out to This Workout Playlist](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/22/jam-workout-playlist/) - Is your workout lacking some good jams? Take your exercising to the next level with this playlist! Start Me Up - The Rolling Stones I Wanna Get Better - Bleachers Don't Bring Me Down - Electric Light Orchestra Run Wild - Thutmose ft. NoMBe Gettin' Jiggy Wit It - Will Smith Don't Stop Me Now
- [Breast Cancer: Be Proactive](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/04/breast-cancer-proactive/) - Breast cancer has affected many of us––through personal diagnosis or because family or friends have battled this disease. One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. It is the most diagnosed cancer among women. Even though we usually associate breast cancer with women, an estimated 2,600
- [The Top 6 Pennsylvania Farmers Markets](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/09/pa-farmers-markets/) - Find the freshest fruits and vegetables at your local farmers market. Pennsylvania is home to several great markets offering visitors the best selection of fruits, vegetables and other farm-fresh items.These markets play a vital role as a resource for locals who desire eat healthy by purchasing fresh, home-grown products. Check out these five great markets
- [Where Can You Find a Flu Shot?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/11/07/flu-shot-locations-pa/) - From 5% to 20% of Pennsylvanians get the flu each year—and up to 2,000 die from flu-related complications. Getting a flu shot every year can help change that.
- [Caffeine Culprits: Hidden Sources of Caffeine](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/03/30/secret-caffeine-sources/) - Skipping coffee and soda? Caffeine might be sneaking into your diet, from baked goods and chocolate to ice cream and granola bars. Learn where it hides.
- [Important Tips for Filing Your Taxes](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/03/26/important-tips-filing-taxes/) - If you have a marketplace health insurance plan with premium tax credits, you have extra steps to follow to file your 2018 federal taxes. This guide can help.
- [Common Allergies By Season – And How to Treat Them](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/11/01/allergy-seasons-treatments/) - Learn which allergens are most common in Pennsylvania throughout the year and how to minimize allergic reactions. Ragweed, flower, tree pollen. Dust & spores.
- [Know the Difference: Hospice vs. Palliative Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/10/22/know-the-difference-hospice-palliative-care/) - Two types of care—palliative and hospice—provide support for patients nearing death. Learn the differences between the two and which might be the better option.
- [Start your morning off right](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/05/23/start-morning-off-right/) - Try this delicious breakfast cookie recipe. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6gPVv3WPec&feature=youtu.be
- [Olympic Athletes from Pennsylvania](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/05/olympic-athletes-pennsylvania/) - For these elite athletes, the road to Rio began in PA. Did you know? The U.S. women’s field hockey team is headquartered in Manheim, Pennsylvania at Spooky Nook Sports complex. Of the 554 American athletes competing in the Summer Olympics, 31 hail from the Keystone State. You can view the breakdown of competitors by state at the Team
- [5 Jobs That Kidneys Do For Your Body](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/09/5-jobs-kidneys-body/) - Your kidneys are like trash collectors, filtering waste out of your body. But, according to the National Kidney Foundation, kidneys do more jobs than that.
- [How to Stop Overeating: 3 Ways to Curb Your Cravings](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/07/stop-overeating-3-ways-curb-cravings/) - Overeating mostly stems from eating when there is no physiological need and eating too much when it is time to eat. These strategies can prevent overeating.
- [Winter Clothes Shopping Guide: 5 Items You Need to Buy](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/28/winter-clothes-shopping-guide-5-items-need-buy/) - Don't leave yourself out in the cold this winter! Wear specific materials to ensure warmth. Learn how dressing in layers—base, middle and outer—traps body heat.
- [Poisoned by the Sun? Here’s How to Know](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/31/poisoned-sun-heres-know/) - Common symptoms of sun poisoning are rash, swelling, fever, dizziness, nausea, and dehydration. Here are some treatments if you think you or someone has it.
- [Pennsylvania's Best Seasonal Fruits and Vegetables for Summer](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/22/pennsylvanias-best-seasonal-fruits-vegetables-summer/) - Fruits and veggies always taste better when they’re in season, and summer offers a great selection. We’ve listed a few favorites and when it’s best to eat them.
- [Mold on Food: What You Can Eat and What to Avoid](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/30/mold-food-can-eat-avoid/) - You've discovered mold on food and are wondering, “Is this safe to eat?” Learn how to know if the answer is, “yes, just cut it off” or “no, throw it away.”
- [Stay Cool](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/07/12/stay-cool/) - With summer temperatures on the rise, it's important to keep cool in the outdoor heat. Learn how to regulate your temperature with this handy checklist.
- [Three Tomato Salad](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/07/22/three-tomato-salad/) - Eight ingredients. five minutes. One tasty meal. A medley of tomatoes in a light vinaigrette. Check out our quick-and-easy recipe for a three tomato salad!
- [Keep your bones strong](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/17/keep-bones-strong/) - Keeping bones strong is key to healthy living, especially once you hit your 50s. Increasing calcium isn't the only way. Check out these tips for bone health.
- [4 Ways to Prevent Lyme Disease](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/07/22/preventing-lyme-disease/) - Pennsylvania tops the list for the state with the most cases of Lyme disease. Follow these four tips to steer clear of ticks and chronic Lyme disease.
- [Pedaling pointers](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/17/pedaling-pointers/) - June is National Safety Month. With these five pedaling tips, learn how to ride your bike more safely this summer, from using lights to taking out earphones.
- [Tasty Soda Substitutes](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/30/tasty-soda-substitutes/) - Try these three heart-healthy alternatives to soda: Fresh fruit water, green tea and lemonade! Learn more about how to make each one taste distinctive.
- [Three Tips to Staying Hydrated](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/07/3-tips-staying-hydrated/) - Extreme thirst and sweating are signs of dehydration, when your body loses more fluids than it takes in. These tips can help you stay safe in the heat.
- [6 Tips for Rear Facing Car Seat Safety](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/04/car-seat-rear-facing-law/) - PA law requires kids under 2 to be buckled into an approved, rear-facing car seat in the back seat if the child has not outgrown the seat’s weight limits.
- [Spotting Poison Ivy](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/07/22/spotting-poison-ivy/) - Poison Ivy 101: Use this helpful graphic to help you identify this skin-irritating plant and learn what steps to follow if you come into contact with it.
- [4 Effects of the New Mental Health Services Bill](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/11/impact-of-new-mental-health-services-bill/) - U.S. Rep. Tim Murphy from PA wrote a bill to overhaul the nation’s mental health system to remove obstacles families face in getting care for their loved ones.
- [Mental Health Help](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/07/12/mental-health-help/) - If you have a friend or loved one who has been diagnosed with a mental illness, here are five ways you can support and help them deal with their illness.
- [Flick & Flex Holiday Movie Series](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/12/12/holiday-movie-fitness-games/) - Come up with simple exercises you can do when things happen throughout a movie to get off the couch and get your blood flowing. Here are some ideas.
- [Sports Physicals: Why Are They Done?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/01/sports-physicals-done/) - PA requires schools to ensure all athletes get a sports physical before a season starts to see if they’re healthy enough to participate and to minimize injury.
- [The Mobile CPR Project Provides Training to Philadelphians to Help Save Lives](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/12/18/mobile-cpr-project-provides-training-philadelphians-help-save-lives/) - The Mobile CPR Project is designed to increase survival from cardiac arrest in Philadelphia. A team travels to different neighborhoods to teach CPR free.
- [Know What Your Prescriptions Really Cost!](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/30/know-prescriptions-really-cost/) - Thanks to the federal Patient Right to Know Drug Prices Act, your pharmacist is allowed to tell you how you might save money when filling your prescriptions.
- [Eat Your Way to a Healthy Heart with These 3 Recipes](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/29/eat-way-healthy-heart-3-recipes/) - When you’re building new, healthy habits, don’t neglect your heart! These three recipes will help keep your heart strong and healthy and your stomach full.
- [Penn Center for Community Health Workers: Making a Difference in Their Community](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/27/penn-center-community-health-workers-making-difference-community/) - Penn Center for Community Health Workers has served over 6,000 high-risk Philadelphians, improving their health and cutting hospitalizations by 30%. Learn how.
- [Store-and-Forward Can Help You See a Specialist](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/10/store-forward-can-help-see-specialist/) - Store-and-forward uses secure email to electronically send medical information like photos, X-rays, and records, making it easier to see faraway specialists.
- [5 Ways to Avoid Overeating at Thanksgiving](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/20/5-ways-avoid-overeating-thanksgiving/) - At Thanksgiving, we tend to dig into savory foods laden with carbs and calories. These five tips can help you stay mindful about your amount of holiday eating.
- [Healthy Me PA: Halloween Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/10/10/healthy-me-pa-halloween-tips/) - Have a safe and healthy Halloween with these tips for trick-or-treating at night, crossing streets, working in fitness, and avoiding a post-holiday candy habit.
- [OSS Wins HAP Achievement Award with its Commitment to the Community](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/24/oss-wins-hap-achievement-award-commitment-community/) - OSS, an orthopedic surgery facility in York, was honored for its programs that show a commitment not only to patient care but to battling the opioid crisis.
- [Keep Your Kids Happy and Healthy This Summer](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/02/keep-kids-happy-healthy-summer/) - Boredom isn’t the only worry during summer vacation; poor health for your kids is also a danger. Check out these family-friendly fitness and meal tips.
- [‪#‎HospitalWeek‬](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/04/01/architecto-eos-voluptatem-unde-et-doloremque-pariatur/) - Pocono Medical Center shares its weight loss program rooted in education, motivation, and support, where the medical center partners in participants’ journeys.
- [House of Representatives Class of 2019](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/06/19/house-of-representatives-class-of-2019/) - We met with newly elected PA representatives in the Capitol to talk about the state’s health and hospital systems. Rep. Steve Malagari comments in this video.
- [Schools out so take a walk in the park](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/17/schools-take-walk-park/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Check out one of these great state parks where you can take a stroll, rent a boat, and more. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Humans Run on H2O: Stay Hydrated with These Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/05/humans-run-h2o-stay-hydrated-tips/) - Dehydration can be especially dangerous for older adults, kids, and those who work or exercise outside in the heat. These tips can help you drink more water.
- [Is Your Heart at Risk?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/31/is-your-heart-at-risk/) - Heart disease and depression are bidirectional, meaning that each can increase the risk of developing the other. Learn to spot the signs of depression.
- [Beat the Heat: Safely Exercising in the Summer](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/26/beat-heat-safely-exercising-summer/) - There are two major health concerns when working out in hot weather: overheating and dehydration. Here are ways to exercise safely in high temperatures.
- [Telehealth Services Could Improve PA Mental Health Care Shortage](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/16/telehealth-services-improve-pa-mental-health-care-shortage/) - Getting mental health help shouldn’t depend on where you live. It does in PA. Telehealth could connect providers in cities to patients in rural areas.
- [The Truth Is in Your Numbers—Prevention and Treatment of High Cholesterol](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/11/truth-numbers-prevention-treatment-high-cholesterol/) - High cholesterol can put you at risk of heart disease and stroke. Work with your doctor to adopt healthy behaviors to bring your numbers into balance.
- [Loo and Drew Try Something New: Aerial Yoga](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/07/loo-drew-try-something-new-aerial-yoga/) - It's hard to try something new, but our new video series can help! In “Loo and Drew Try Something New,” two average guys try new workouts. Today: aerial yoga.
- [Questions You Should Ask About Your Company's Health Insurance Options](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/09/questions-ask-companys-health-insurance-options/) - Before signing up for your company's health insurance, read the fine print and ask these eight questions to know what to expect from your health insurance.
- [How Long Can Kids Stay on Parents' Insurance?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/02/affordable-care-act-for-kids/) - If your health insurance covers dependents, children can stay on a parent's plan until they are 26 even if they have a job, a spouse, or their own kids.
- [Take Your Health on the Go](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/07/15/take-your-health-on-the-go/) - We manage so much of our lives through our phones—so why not our health, too? This video explains how you can use telehealth to get our health care virtually.
- [Managing Arthritis](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/17/managing-arthritis/) - Keep these tips at your desk to relieve workday joint pain. Being sure to move around and having the right accessories can ease arthritis pain and discomfort.
- [Be a Hero this Summer—Donate Blood! Be a Hero this Summer—Donate Blood!](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/11/hero-summer-donate-blood-hero-summer-donate-blood/) - The number of new blood donors drastically declines over the summer but accidents and illnesses don't, impacting available supplies. Be a hero and donate blood!
- [Every Dog Has Its Day at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/24/every-dog-day-childrens-hospital-pittsburgh-upmc/) - The Pet Friend program at Children’s was started in 1985 by a local veterinarian, and it has been providing four-legged visitors to patients ever since.
- [Signs of Dehydration: When Your Body is Telling You You Need H20](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/05/signs-dehydration-body-telling-need-h20/) - It’s important to know the signs and causes of dehydration to ensure you and family members are healthy. This list of signs can alert you to drink water.
- [5 Smart Snacks for People Living with Diabetes](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/26/5-smart-snacks-people-living-diabetes/) - A diabetes-dictated diet doesn’t mean going snack free, but you need a heart-healthy regimen. Next time you’re hungry, grab one of these smart snacks.
- [How to Tell if a Friend is Misusing Opioids: Do Your Part to Combat the Opioid Epidemic](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/24/tell-friend-misusing-opioids-part-combat-opioid-epidemic/) - Misusing prescription opioids opens a door that can lead to other addiction problems. Worried that your friend has a problem? Look for some of these signs.
- [6 Tips for Joggers Who Run Alone](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/28/6-tips-joggers-run-alone/) - If you run or jog outside, it’s important to be mindful of your safety, especially if you run alone. So, before your next jog, read these six safety tips.
- [Prostate Cancer: What Do I Need to Know?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/01/prostate-cancer-symptoms-men/) - Participate in Prostate Cancer Awareness Month by learning the signs and symptoms. The earlier prostate cancer is diagnosed, the easier it is to treat.
- [Encourage Your Father to Be Healthy](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/06/06/encourage-your-father-to-be-healthy/) - This Father’s Day, make a healthy meal or go on a walk with your dad. Here are other ways to encourage the father figure in your life to be healthier!
- [What Is Humidity Doing to Your Body?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/17/what-is-humidity-doing-to-your-body/) - Humidity, the amount of moisture in the air, makes the temperature feel higher as your sweat is slower to evaporate. Your body can overheat and exhaust easily.
- [Telemedicine: Myths and facts](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/21/telemedicine-myths-facts/) - Health care is adapting in PA to improve access for everyone. Telemedicine virtually connects you and your doctor. Quality care that saves you time and money.
- [Art Therapy: Explore Your Inner Feelings](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/01/art-therapy-explore-inner-feelings/) - Professional art therapists provide their services to give people a way to escape negative thoughts, enhance feelings, and overcome mental health challenges.
- [3 Tips for Managing Diabetes at School](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/10/3-tips-managing-diabetes-school/) - Pennsylvania lawmakers passed a bill that will allow trained non-nursing school staff to provide routine and emergency care to students with diabetes.
- [Cyber Security Tips for Your Health Data](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/04/cyber-security-tips-health-data/) - In today’s digital world, most of our health information is available online. Learn some practical ways to protect your private information from prying eyes.
- [Skip The Waiting Room! Telemed On Your Time](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/19/skip-waiting-room-telemed-time/) - Spending too much time in the waiting room? Try telemedicine from home! Learn more about all of the benefits you can reap from using telehealth services.
- [Forbes Hospital Improves Identification of Human Trafficking Victims](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/08/forbes-hospital-improves-identification-human-trafficking-victims/) - Forbes Hospital in Monroeville trained its staff about the severity of human trafficking, its growth in PA, and how to spot victims and get them necessary help.
- [Geisinger Health System Lays Groundwork for Precision Medicine](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/11/geisinger-health-system-lays-groundwork-precision-medicine/) - Geisinger researchers are laying the groundwork for precision medicine with genomic analysis to spot genetic changes that harm patients or keep them healthy.
- [Pick Your Path: Get Your Steps in at Harrisburg Mural Festival](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/01/pick-path-get-steps-harrisburg-mural-festival/) - The Harrisburg Mural Festival, sponsored by Sprocket Mural Works, aims to produce 10 murals in 10 days across the city. Get your steps in to see it all.
- [How to Determine if You Qualify for a Special Enrollment Period](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/09/determine-qualify-special-enrollment-period/) - If you lost health insurance due to a job change or other life event, you may be able to get insurance through a special enrollment period. Learn how.
- [Health Care Issues: What's Got You Losing Sleep?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/30/health-care-issues-whats-got-losing-sleep/) - Health care has topped the list of issues Americans are most concerned about five years in a row in an annual Gallup poll. Rest easier with this news update.
- [Penn Medicine Develops Innovative Program to Improve High Blood Pressure Treatment for New Mothers](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/02/03/penn-medicine-develops-innovative-program-improve-high-blood-pressure-treatment-new-mothers/) - Nearly 10% of pregnant women develop dangerous high blood pressure during or right after pregnancy. A Penn Medicine project improved care for the condition.
- [4 Tips for Better Sleep](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/30/5-tips-for-better-sleep/) - Are you having trouble sleeping? A lack of sleep can harm your health. Develop healthy sleep habits for a better bedtime routine with these four tips.
- [8 Simple Tips for Healthy Eating](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/27/8-healthy-eating-tips/) - Research suggests only 8% of people follow through with their New Year’s resolutions. If you’re struggling, jump-start your goals with these eight tips.
- [Food Allergies in School: Written Plans, Teamwork Can Help](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/01/food-allergies-school-written-plans-teamwork-can-help/) - One in every 13 students in America has a food allergy. If yours has one, make sure the year is incident free with communication, education, and planning.
- [Cold vs. Flu: What's the Difference?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/20/cold-vs-flu-whats-difference/) - What’s the difference between the cold and the flu? They share common symptoms, but this video shares the differences so you'll know how to care for yourself.
- [Cold Weather Can Cause More Than the Shivers](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/28/cold-weather-can-cause-shivers/) - Cold weather doesn’t just give you goosebumps. It can affect your immune system, heart, joints, and skin. Learn how and what preventive measures you can take.
- [It's Time for Men to Talk About Mental Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/07/time-men-talk-mental-health/) - Men are four times more likely to commit suicide than women. For National Men’s Health Month, urge the men in your life to see their doctor regularly.
- [The Facts About ‘Dry Drowning’](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/29/facts-dry-drowning/) - Dry drowning wrongly describes rare cases when a small amount of water ingested in the throat causes protein and fluids to build up and endangers breathing.
- [How to Reduce Stress Over the Holidays](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/12/12/reduce-stress-holidays/) - The holiday season is a time of fun, but it can stress us as we try to fit every activity into our schedules. Here are four ways to take control of your stress.
- [When Babies Arrive, Hospital Obstetric and Neonatal Services Are Ready](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/15/babies-arrive-hospital-obstetric-neonatal-services-ready/) - In PA, 95 hospitals have neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) to provide the highly specialized care to infants born prematurely or with health issues.
- [Spot the signs of stroke F.A.S.T](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/05/25/spot-signs-stroke-f-s-t/) - Recognize the signs of stroke early. Getting stroke patients to an ER quickly lessens the disabilities they suffer compared to those who delay care.
- [Bleeding Disorder Facts and Figures](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/28/bleeding-disorder-hemophilia-stats/) - Bleeding disorders cause abnormal bleeding and spontaneous bleeding in joints or muscles. Many don’t realize they have one until they're hurt or in surgery.
- [Concussions: Myths and Truths From UPMC Sports Medicine Expert](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/19/concussions-myths-truths-upmc-sports-medicine-expert/) - When you think about a concussion, you might immediately envision football players. But that's not always the case. Here are the myths about concussions.
- [Could You Be Allergic to Your Home?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/31/could-you-be-allergic-to-your-home/) - Sneezing at home? Indoor allergens may be following you throughout your house. Here are some common indoor allergens and tips on how to get rid of them.
- [Naloxone: Get the Facts You Need to Know](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/14/naloxone-get-facts-need-know/) - Naloxone is a medication that reverses the effects of an overdose caused by pain medications and other opioid drugs. Here is how it works and how to get it.
- [Find the Perfect Kids’ Gifts This Holiday Season](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/30/find-perfect-kids-gifts-holiday-season/) - It can be difficult to know what to buy for kids. If you are struggling with determining how to buy toys, here are some helpful rules to follow when shopping.
- [Do You Know How to Spot a Concussion?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/08/know-spot-concussion/) - Concussions can be caused by a blow to the head or violent shaking of the head and upper body. Here are five signs to look for if you think someone has one.
- [Tricks for a Healthy Trade: Nutrition Edition](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/28/healthy-food-swaps-low-calorie/) - Eating well doesn’t necessarily mean abandoning your go-to meals. Here are some tasty substitutions you can do to make your favorite meals a bit healthier.
- [How to Talk to Loved Ones about Insurance](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/07/talk-loved-ones-insurance/) - It's important to talk about health insurance with the people you care about. Here are helpful tips on where to begin and how to start these conversations.
- [Summer Bummers: Treating A Bee Sting](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/20/summer-bummers-treating-bee-sting/) - Have you been stung by a bee? Not quite sure how to treat it? Honey, garlic, or toothpaste could help. Follow these simple suggestions to help soothe pain.
- [First-Aid Basics For Your Summer Adventures](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/17/first-aid-basics-summer-adventures/) - Before you and your family set out to make new memories this summer, make sure you have a first-aid kit. Here are all the essentials you need in your kit.
- [Limit Germs at the Gym](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/04/limit-germs-gym/) - A new study found that some gym equipment has 350 times more bacteria than a toilet. To stay healthy, follow these tips on maintaining good hygiene at the gym.
- [Dr. Amer Samdani Gives Professional Insights on Scoliosis and the SpineScreen App](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/11/dr-amer-samdani-gives-professional-insights-scoliosis-spinescreen-app/) - Scoliosis is defined as abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. It affects 6 million to 9 million people in the U.S. Here are some warning signs of scoliosis.
- [Telemed in PA: How Technology is Changing Health Care for the Better](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/02/telemed-pa-technology-changing-health-care-better/) - Telemedicine is changing the way Pennsylvanians access health care by connecting them to specialists who are far away. See what telemedicine can do for you.
- [Keep Your Medications Organized Daily](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/11/04/keep-your-medications-organized-daily/) - If you take medications daily, keeping up with pills and schedules can be difficult. This guide will give you tips on how to keep your medications organized.
- [How to Make Guacamole](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/07/how-to-make-guacamole/) - Guacamole is a tasty snack packed with good fats and fiber. This recipe calls for avocado, onions, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix together & enjoy!
- [Curb Your Cravings](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/03/30/curb-your-cravings/) - Craving comfort foods? From fat-free substitutions to vegetable alternatives, this cheat sheet can help satisfy those cravings without tipping the scales.
- [Kidney Donation Gives Melissa Coleman a Second Chance at Life](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/10/kidney-donation-gives-melissa-coleman-second-chance-life/) - Melissa Coleman has a second chance at life, and she owes it to the selflessness of a 14-year-old’s family, who decided to donate his kidneys, lung, and heart.
- [Kick Back-to-School Nerves with These 5 Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/30/kick-back-school-nerves-5-tips/) - It's common for children to become anxious about the unknowns that come with a new school year. Here's how you can get your children feeling ready for school.
- [Study Guide on How to Avoid Getting Sick at School](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/26/study-guide-avoid-getting-sick-school/) - At school, kids are exposed to exponentially more germs, which they then bring home with them. Here are everyday preventive actions to avoid spreading germs.
- [Techniques for Asthma and Seasonal Allergy Relief](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/10/12/techniques-asthma-seasonal-allergy-relief/) - Most seasonal allergic reactions coincide with allergic asthma symptoms. However, it is important to distinguish between them to understand how to treat them.
- [What Are the Signs of Kidney Disease?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/09/managing-diabetes-kidney-disease/) - Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney disease and failure. It’s important to avoid developing diabetes and to manage the disease properly if you have it.
- [Mr. Yuk: Where Is He Now?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/19/mr-yuk-now/) - Mr. Yuk was created in the early 1970s to prevent children from accidentally ingesting poison. The program stuck, and you can still request Mr. Yuk stickers.
- [PA Hospitals Develop a Challenge for National Donate Life Month](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/30/pa-hospitals-develop-challenge-national-donate-life-month/) - April is National Donate Life Month to encourage Americans to register as organ, eye, and tissue donors and to celebrate those who have saved lives by donation.
- [Short-Term Duration Insurance Policies: Filling Gaps in Coverage](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/04/short-term-duration-insurance-policies-filling-gaps-coverage/) - What are short-term health insurance policies? They are plans designed to provide coverage for a limited time when you are between insurance policies.
- [Don't Leave Your Health Care Dollars on the Table](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/11/01/3179/) - With most flexible spending accounts (FSAs), any amount not spent by the end of the plan year is returned to your employer or plan provider. Use it or lose it!
- [Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC Helps Children Celebrate the Holidays](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/12/18/childrens-hospital-pittsburgh-helps-children-celebrate-holidays/) - At Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, the medical staff and volunteers go above and beyond to make the holidays as special for children as possible.
- [Campfire Banana Boat Recipe](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/06/campfire-banana-boat-recipe/) - Looking for an alternative option at your next campfire? Try this recipe for banana boats. Start with a banana and add toppings like chocolate and nuts.
- [Enhancing Emergency Care: Titusville Area Hospital Wins Excellence in Care Award](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/27/enhancing-emergency-care-titusville-area-hospital-wins-excellence-care-award/) - Titusville Area Hospital was recognized for its emergency care program with an Excellence in Care award by the Hospital and Healthsystem Association of PA.
- [Bring the Holidays to the Hospital](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/12/15/bring-holidays-hospital/) - Anyone staying in the hospital over the holidays will need a little extra cheer. Keep your loved ones from feeling lonely with these ideas for a special visit.
- [Preventing Opioid Abuse](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/07/22/preventing-opioid-abuse/) - In order to maintain safety, follow these tips to avoid misusing painkillers. "Stay Safe" and prevent opioid abuse with these pain medication precautions.
- [Humans of PA: How Do You Beat the Winter Blues?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/22/humans-pa-beat-winter-blues/) - We asked Pennsylvanians: How do you beat the winter blues? If these don't work, you can view this five-step guide to treating seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
- [New Ways to Tackle The Mystery of Eczema](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/18/new-ways-tackle-mystery-eczema/) - The key to staying healthy when living with eczema is to keep symptoms under control. That starts with recognizing triggers, and here are six common ones.
- [5 Tips to Care for Your Skin in Winter](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/12/21/5-tips-care-skin-winter/) - Winter can have damaging effects on your skin. Here are five ways you can protect your skin from the dry, cold climate while kicking bad skin care habits.
- [PA Hospitals on the Fronts Lines of Autism Research, Treatments](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/09/pa-hospitals-front-lines-autism-research-treatmens/) - Pennsylvania is home to two Autism Treatment Network facilities: the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
- [Telemed From the Comfort of Your Home](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/20/telemed-comfort-home/) - With telemedicine, your living room can be your waiting room. But that’s just the beginning of telemedicine’s benefits. Learn how it can better your health.
- [The Lowdown on the New Medicare Cards: Here's Everything You Need to Know](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/02/lowdown-new-medicare-cards-heres-everything-need-know/) - New Medicare cards are being mailed to nearly 60 million Americans who receive benefits, including Pennsylvania enrollees. Here's what you need to know.
- [Racing Heart Could Be Atrial Fibrillation](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/31/racing-heart-atrial-fibrillation/) - Atrial fibrillation, or Afib, is an irregular, rapid heart rate characterized by palpitations, dizziness, and shortness of breath. Know when to see a doctor.
- [LVH-Muhlenberg 'Knit In' Brings Large Crowd of Crafters](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/20/lvh-muhlenberg-knit-brings-large-crowd-crafters/) - The Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg “Knit In” attracted 32 knitters, making caps for babies who will be born in the new Family Birth and Newborn Center.
- [Best Baking Ingredient Substitutes: Healthy Tricks and Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/12/07/baking-substitute-ingredients/) - You don’t have to give up your favorite baked goods to stay healthy this holiday season. Keep the flavor and eat healthier by using ingredient substitutes.
- [Job Offer? Ask These 8 Health Insurance Questions](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/16/job-offer-ask-8-health-insurance-questions/) - So, you’ve been offered a job with health benefits. Before you accept, be sure to ask the right questions about the health insurance plans being offered.
- [Protecting and Preserving Children's Eye Health Year-Round](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/08/24/protecting-preserving-childrens-eye-health-year-round/) - August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. Parents: Because so much learning in school is visual, undiagnosed eye problems can cause academic setbacks.
- [Perfecting the Pose: Downward Dog](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/23/perfecting-pose-downward-dog/) - Introducing “Perfecting the Pose,” a series of yoga beginner videos with instructor Andrew Siegele. This week we'll focus on downward dog. #NationalYogaMonth.
- [Perfect Picnic Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/30/perfect-picnic-tips/) - Gathering your friends and family for a picnic is good for the soul. Be sure to follow these tips to help keep food safe outdoors when the weather is warm.
- [6 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Opioids](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/09/06/6-steps-opioid-abuse/) - If you need pain medication, stay safe and prevent opioid abuse by asking your doctor these six important questions from the Pennsylvania Medical Society.
- [Winter Stress? Try These Holiday Self-Care Hacks](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/11/15/holiday-self-care-tips/) - This holiday season, give yourself the gift of health by following these five self-care tips that will keep you feeling rested, relaxed, and recharged.
- [IBS hacks: How to Alleviate Your Worst Symptoms](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/21/ibs-hacks-alleviate-worst-symptoms/) - Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) causes cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. Here are several ways you can alleviate it.
- [5 Healthy School Snacks For Your Student to Enjoy](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/15/5-healthy-school-snacks-student-enjoy/) - Looking for a healthy snack for your children? Here are recipes for fruity nut and honey energy bites, cinnamon apple chips, cheese crackers, and more.
- [Your Mental Health and You - It's OK to Not Be OK](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/04/mental-health-ok-not-ok/) - We’re here to remind you that it’s OK to not be OK. In fact, it’s more normal than you’d think. It just means that you are human and you’re living life.
- [Healthy Mothers and Babies in PA: The Need for Obstetric and NICU Services](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/06/healthy-mothers-babies-pa-need-obstetric-nicu-services/) - Over 135,000 babies are born in PA hospitals yearly. And every expectant mother and baby in PA should have access to the best care during and after childbirth.
- [Innovation in PA Hospitals](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/12/17/innovation-in-pa-hospitals/) - Watch this short video to see how Pennsylvania hospitals are using state-of-the-art technology to treat issues such as sleep apnea, scoliosis, and cancer.
- [Say Ah: A 5 Minute Guided Breathing Guide](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/21/5-minute-guided-breathing-guide/) - Practicing 20 to 30 minutes of deep breathing every day could improve your stress and anxiety levels. Start with this five-minute guided breathing guide.
- [Don’t Let Chronic Back Pain Get in Your Way](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/11/2349/) - Chronic back pain is a condition that affects thousands of people every year. These four strengthening exercises can help to alleviate your symptoms.
- [Why You Should Care About Empty Calories](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/28/care-empty-calories/) - Empty calories contain little to no nutritional value and contribute significantly to unhealthy weight gain. Try out a few of these healthy alternatives.
- [Getting a Second Opinion on a Diagnosis](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/02/14/getting-second-opinion-diagnosis/) - If you’ve received a diagnosis and want a second opinion, get it. You owe it to yourself. Here is some advice about when and how to get a second opinion.
- [Wayne Memorial Hospital Implements Tele-neonatology For Infants](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/04/26/wayne-memorial-hospital-implements-tele-neonatology-infants/) - Tele-neonatology lets infants whose parents live in rural areas receive care from specialists using phones or video calls. See how this tech is saving lives.
- [Pennsylvania's Budget Maintains Important Funding for Special Hospital Programs](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/13/pennsylvanias-budget-maintains-important-funding-special-hospital-programs/) - Government proposals and policies on health care affect you and your family. Read how state funding helps hospitals and health systems in Pennsylvania.
- [Mythbusters: The Truth About Cholesterol](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/11/mythbusters-truth-cholesterol/) - What do you know about cholesterol and maintaining heart health? Learn some of the American Heart Association's most common myths and facts about cholesterol.
- [Spotting Skin Cancer](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/07/12/spotting-skin-cancer/) - It can be difficult to spot skin cancer. Learn how to detect melanoma—the most dangerous form of skin cancer—in order to keep your skin safe this summer.
- [Learn your history](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/05/23/learn-your-history/) - Doctors say a family history of health issues is crucial for getting the proper medical care. Here are four things you should know to help manage your health.
- [Health Tips for Women of All Ages](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/05/15/health-tips-women-ages/) - Proactivity is key to women’s health. Each age bracket poses specific health concerns, making it important for women to get a yearly preventive checkup.
- [10 Warning Signs of Dementia: What You Should Look For](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/09/10-warning-signs-dementia-look/) - About 270,000 Pennsylvanians 65 and older are living with some form of dementia. Learn to recognize the early warning signs of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
- [Adulting 101: Influenza is Coming](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/20/adulting-101-influenza-coming/) - Influenza is coming, and it can be more cruel than Joffrey. Adulting 101 shares a few ways to help stop the spread of germs. And, yes, there are dragons.
- [Skip the Gym: How to Exercise at Home](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/04/skip-gym-exercise-home/) - As you age, your body tends to wear down and age-related muscle loss starts to happen. To get you moving, here are five ways you can exercise at home.
- [Hidden Symptoms of Brain Injuries](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/03/14/hidden-symptoms-brain-injuries/) - Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) aren't always easy to detect. Know the symptoms, such as headache and nausea, so you can better your chances for a full recovery.
- [Women's Health Symptoms: Know the Signs](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/05/16/womens-health-symptoms-know-the-signs/) - Women’s and men's bodies are unique. This video shows the health symptoms in women that can be signs of a heart attack, mental issues, and osteoporosis.
- [Benefits to Breastfeeding](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/08/05/benefits-to-breastfeeding/) - Breastfeeding provides benefits for baby and mom. It boosts immune systems, creates bonds between mother and baby, and helps the body heal after giving birth.
- [Washington Health Lowers Readmissions for CHF Patients](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/09/washington-health-lowers-readmissions-chf-patients/) - Congestive heart failure (CHF) patients have among the highest readmission rates after leaving the hospital. See how Washington is reducing these numbers.
- [A Walk In The Park](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/06/27/a-walk-in-the-park/) - Explore the great outdoors and check out these 5 Pennsylvania parks where you can enjoy wildflower reserves and waterfalls, bird-watching, hiking, and boating.
- [Top 5 Myths About the Common Cold](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/10/13/top-5-myths-common-cold/) - Can chicken soup cure a cold? We're debunking myths about common colds, from what causes them and how they’re spread to the secret behind hand sanitizer.
- [What Is Telemedicine?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/23/telemedicine-what-you-need-to-know/) - Telemedicine delivers important health care services using video, smartphones, and other technology. It expands access to health care and saves time and money.
- [The Skinny on Adding Healthy Fats to Your Diet](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/02/13/healthy-fats-guide/) - Not all fats are bad. Instead of cutting all fats from your diet, learn the types of fat you should include such as monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.
- [Understanding BMI, Obesity](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/07/10/understanding-bmi-obesity/) - Obesity puts people at risk of developing serious medical conditions that cause poor health and even death. Learn how to understand BMI and fight obesity.
- [Why You Should Never Leave Your Dog in a Hot Car](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/15/never-leave-dog-hot-car/) - Each year hundreds of dogs suffer heatstroke after being left in hot cars without proper ventilation. Here are the dangers your dog faces in a hot car.
- [Use Black Friday Deals to Improve Your Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/11/20/use-black-friday-deals-improve-health/) - When searching for deals on Black Friday, consider the products and promotions that will benefit your health and your loved ones’ health. Here are some ideas.
- [Healthy Me PA’s Best of 2017 Awards](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/01/22/healthy-pas-best-2017-awards/) - As we begin preparing our goals for the new year, we decided to take a look back at the most popular health and fitness trends of 2017—Healthy Me PA-style.
- [Colorectal Cancer: 5 Prevention Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/12/colorectal-cancer-5-prevention-tips/) - Too many lives each year are affected by colorectal cancer. But following these five tips may help you and your loved ones reduce colon and rectal cancer risks.
- [4 Do’s and Don’ts for Proper Grilling and Food Safety](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/06/25/4-dos-donts-proper-grilling-food-safety/) - A barbecue is a great way to spend time with your loved ones. Follow these four do’s and don’ts to ensure the food you serve is cooked safely and properly.
- [Travel Smart This Summer: 4 Tips for a Safe Vacation](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/07/25/travel-smart-summer-4-tips-safe-vacation/) - Vacations can be relaxing, but they can also be stressful to plan. Learn about four of the easiest ways to ensure your family has a safe and fun vacation.
- [Vaccinations Aren't Just For Children](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/04/03/vaccinations-arent-just-for-children/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]From birth through our senior years, we should be following a schedule of vaccinations to prevent life-threatening diseases and keep ourselves and our communities healthy. Make sure you and your family are up to date with these CDC recommendations. Download Here[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Fall Health Care Issues to Follow](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/08/13/fall-health-care-issues-to-follow/) - The House and Senate return to Harrisburg in the fall. Some health care issues they may consider include workplace safety measures and access to telemedicine.
- [Stay Safe in the Heat Wave](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/18/stay-safe-heat-wave/) - Need to beat the heat? Follow these tips to avoid dehydration, sunburn, and heat-related illness. Monitor children to make sure they’re following, too.
- [Think Outside the Lunchbox](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/17/5-tips-for-packing-healthy-lunches/) - With a little bit of planning, you can use healthy lunch choices to pack a meal that will fuel students all day long. Here are some lunchbox suggestions.
- [6 Steps Toward Better Health in 2017](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/01/23/6-steps-to-make-2017-healthy/) - Every Tuesday in January, we posted a simple challenge toward a healthier you in 2017. No matter the month, you can begin implementing these easy steps anytime.
- [Thyroid Awareness](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/04/04/thyroid-awareness-story/) - More than 12% of Americans will develop a thyroid condition in their lifetime, but 60% are unaware of their condition. Spread the word about thyroid awareness.
- [From Chemo to Tumors: Improve your Cancer Vocab](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/06/17/chemo-tumors-improve-cancer-vocab/) - The world of cancer is full of unfamiliar words. When faced with a cancer diagnosis, you need to know the terminology in order to make informed decisions.
- [Whether You Stay on your Parents’ Plan or Get Your Own Coverage, Know the Facts](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/29/whether-stay-parents-plan-get-coverage-know-facts/) - Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, young people may stay on their parents’ health insurance policy until age 26. Get the facts about what this means for you.
- [Healthy Me PA: Depression Screening](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/09/25/healthy-me-pa-depression-screening/) - What do you do if you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms of depression? Dr. Huntington explains the importance of getting screened, and what to do next.
- [Overnight Cereal Healthy Reciple](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/09/25/overnight-cereal-healthy-reciple/) - Finding healthy breakfast foods isn’t always easy. Here's a recipe for overnight cereal that will provide you with plenty of nutrients to fuel your day.
- [How the Holistic Living Challenge is Changing the Lives of Cancer Patients](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/09/19/holistic-living-challenge-changing-lives-cancer-patients/) - The Holistic Living Challenge helps cancer patients and their families learn information and strategies for incorporating healthy habits into their daily lives.
- [Coronary Calcium Scan May Help to Identify Risk of Heart Disease](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/03/06/coronary-calcium-scan-may-help-identify-risk-heart-disease/) - If you're a high risk for heart disease, a doctor may request a coronary calcium scan, a diagnostic test to help determine possible coronary artery disease.
- [Become an Organ Donor and Save Lives with Your Driver’s License or Photo ID](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/31/become-organ-donor-save-lives-drivers-license-photo-id/) - Every 18 hours, someone in Pennsylvania dies waiting for an organ transplant. Give someone a second chance by noting "organ donor" on your driver’s license.
- [Telemed Brings Health Care to You](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/12/16/telemed-brings-health-care-to-you-2/) - Across Pennsylvania, telemed is connecting rural patients to specialized doctors, and moms with sick kids to pediatricians. Watch this video for more details.
- [Swimming Pool Safety Tips](https://www.healthymepa.com/2016/08/18/swimming-pool-safety-tips/) - Are you headed to the pool with your family to beat the summer heat? Follow these five safety tips to help prevent avoidable mishaps like drowning or injury.
- [What is a Z-pak?](https://www.healthymepa.com/2017/08/28/what-is-a-z-pak/) - Don't be intimidated by the name. A “Z-pak” is a prepackaged, five-day course of the common antibiotic azithromycin used to treat certain bacterial infections.
- [Women Making Medical History](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/06/women-making-medical-history/) - Women have been excelling in medicine for a long time. Here are some female pioneers who have paved the way for today’s scientists, physicians, and researchers.
- [For Older Adults, Falls Are the No. 1 Fatal Injury. Learn How to Prevent Them](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/03/27/older-adults-falls-no-1-fatal-injury-learn-prevent/) - For seniors, falls are the leading cause of fatal injury and the most common cause of nonfatal trauma-related hospital admissions. Here's how to prevent them.
- [5 Ways to Show Appreciation This Mother's Day](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/01/2871/) - On Mother’s Day, let’s honor the women in our lives who work tirelessly to take care of us. Show your mom how much you care with these five simple ideas.
- [At Summit Primary Care, Children’s Wellness Visits Include Checkups—On Reading!](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/05/08/summit-primary-care-childrens-wellness-visits-include-checkups-reading/) - Summit Primary Care uses the patient-centered-care model and believes encouraging children to read plays a significant part in their wellness development.
- [The Do’s and Don’ts of Visiting Loved Ones in the Hospital](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/12/07/dos-donts-visiting-loved-ones-hospital/) - When visiting a loved one in the hospital during the holidays, family members can make sure they have a safe, successful visit by following these guidelines.
- [Try These Low-Calorie Recipes for Weight Loss](https://www.healthymepa.com/2019/01/04/low-calorie-recipes-weight-loss/) - How can you lose weight while still eating tasty foods? Discover three gourmet recipes that are not only low in calories but also facilitate weight loss.
- [The Health Benefits of Quinoa](https://www.healthymepa.com/2018/12/07/health-benefits-quinoa/) - Learn what quinoa is, how to cook it, and some of its health benefits. Consider using this superfood as a high-fiber alternative to other carbohydrates.

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- [Community Feedback - Lancaster & Berks Counties](https://www.healthymepa.com/sd13/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#235590″ background_image=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/pexels-clinton-weaver-143462690-37383973-scaled.jpg” background_blend=”hard-light” min_height=”460px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Community Survey:” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||-8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=” Access to care in Lancaster & Berks Counties” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|300|||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”25px” custom_margin=”||8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px|0px|52px|false|true” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”] Healthy Me PA surveyed residents
- [Behavioral Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/behavioralhealth/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_image=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/iStock-2032300417_E.jpg” parallax=”on” custom_padding=”||111px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”46%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] The Crisis System is Here to Help A behavioral health crisis is an emergency. In Pennsylvania, you have options other than the ER for immediate behavioral health support. [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#eaeaea” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.25.0″
- [Community Feedback - Indiana, Jefferson,  Westmoreland & Armstrong Counties](https://www.healthymepa.com/sd41/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#235590″ background_image=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/iStock-2064439111-1-scaled.jpg” background_blend=”multiply” min_height=”460px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Community Survey:” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||-8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=” Access to care in Indiana, Jefferson, Westmoreland & Armstrong Counties” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|300|||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”25px” custom_margin=”||8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px|0px|52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”] Healthy Me PA surveyed residents
- [Community Feedback - Cambria & Clearfield Counties](https://www.healthymepa.com/sd35/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#235590″ background_image=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/iStock-1439130218.jpg” background_blend=”multiply” min_height=”460px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Community Survey:” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||-8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=” Access to care in Cambria, Centre & Clearfield Counties” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|300|||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”25px” custom_margin=”||8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px|0px|52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”] Healthy Me PA surveyed residents of
- [Community Feedback - Blair, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata & Mifflin Counties](https://www.healthymepa.com/sd30/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#235590″ background_image=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/iStock-2248465327.jpg” background_blend=”multiply” min_height=”460px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Community Survey:” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||-8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=” Access to care in Blair, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata & Mifflin Counties” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|300|||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”25px” custom_margin=”||8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px|0px|52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”] Healthy Me PA surveyed
- [Community Feedback - Upper Montgomery  & Western Berks Counties](https://www.healthymepa.com/sd24/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#235590″ background_image=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/iStock-1893704973-scaled.jpg” background_blend=”multiply” min_height=”460px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Community Survey:” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||-8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=” Access to care in Upper Montgomery & Western Berks Counties” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|300|||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”25px” custom_margin=”||8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px|0px|52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”] Healthy Me PA surveyed residents
- [Community Feedback - Northampton County &  Eastern Lehigh County](https://www.healthymepa.com/sd18/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#235590″ background_image=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/iStock-1812367243-1-scaled.jpg” background_blend=”multiply” min_height=”460px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Community Survey:” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||-8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=” Access to care in Northampton & Eastern Lehigh Counties” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|300|||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”25px” custom_margin=”||8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px|0px|52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”] Healthy Me PA surveyed residents of
- [Community Feedback - Monroe County, Lackawanna County & nearby counties](https://www.healthymepa.com/sd40/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#235590″ background_image=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/iStock-1494438865-1.jpg” background_blend=”multiply” min_height=”460px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Community Survey:” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||-8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=” Access to care in Monroe County, Lackawanna County & nearby counties” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|300|||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”25px” custom_margin=”||8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px|0px|52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”] Healthy Me PA surveyed
- [Community Feedback - Dauphin County](https://www.healthymepa.com/sd15/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#235590″ background_image=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/iStock-1361962817-1-scaled.jpg” background_blend=”multiply” min_height=”460px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Community Survey:” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||-8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=” Access to care in Dauphin County” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|300|||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”25px” custom_margin=”||8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px|0px|52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”] Healthy Me PA surveyed residents of Dauphin County on their
- [Community Feedback - Cumberland, Perry & North Dauphin Counties](https://www.healthymepa.com/sd34/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#235590″ background_image=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/iStock-1185109112-1.jpg” background_blend=”multiply” min_height=”460px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Community Survey:” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||-8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=” Access to care in Cumberland, Perry & North Dauphin Counties” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|300|||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”25px” custom_margin=”||8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px|0px|52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”] Healthy Me PA surveyed residents
- [Our Work](https://www.healthymepa.com/our-work/) - Healthy Me PA works to improve the health of all Pennsylvanians. Our community consists of Pennsylvanians who want their voices heard regarding their health.
- [Community Feedback - Cameron, Centre, Clinton,  Elk, Jefferson, McKean & Potter Counties](https://www.healthymepa.com/sd25/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#235590″ background_image=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/iStock-864358228-1-scaled.jpg” background_blend=”multiply” min_height=”460px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Community Survey:” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_margin=”||-8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_heading title=” Access to care in Cameron, Centre, Clinton, Elk, Jefferson, McKean & Potter Counties” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|300|||||||” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”25px” custom_margin=”||8px||false|false” custom_padding=”|52px|0px|52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”|52px||52px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”] Healthy Me
- [Maternal Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/maternalhealth/) - There is a maternal health crisis in Pennsylvania. Maternal health deserts—places where there are low to no birthing services—are growing.
- [Rural Health](https://www.healthymepa.com/rural/) - here are significant barriers to receiving health care for rural Pennsylvanians. And rural hospitals are in trouble.
- [Get Involved](https://www.healthymepa.com/get-involved/) - The Healthy Me PA community helps secure legislation that improves PA health care. Our priorities cover health care issues vital to Pennsylvanians like you.
- [Join Care Happens Here](https://www.healthymepa.com/join-today-care-happens-here/) - Discover the ways care happens in hospitals across the state. Join Healthy Me PA for touching patient stories showcasing the fact: Care happens here.
- [Care Happens Here](https://www.healthymepa.com/care-happens-here/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1341484868_BLU_1920X_.jpg” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,1_4,1_2″ disabled_on=”on|off|off” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”72%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.healthymepa.com/wp-content/uploads/CHH-logo-REV.png” title_text=”CHH-logo-REV” align=”right” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_css_main_element=”max-width: 460px!important;” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”on|off|off” _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”72%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”right” module_alignment=”right” custom_margin=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”] A
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- [Workforce Plan Copy](https://www.healthymepa.com/workforce-copy/) - Navigate all things COVID-19 in Pennsylvania with Healthy Me PA. Keep your family healthy during the pandemic with a guide to quarantine, the vaccine, and more.
- [Field Guide to Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/field-guide-to-care/) - Download our free resource that gives you valuable information on what to expect inside a hospital, so that you gain confidence by being informed and prepared.
- [Support Health Care Workforce Funding](https://www.healthymepa.com/act-now-workforce-2023/) - Waited hours in the ER or months for a specialist appointment? That’s because Pennsylvania faces shortages of qualified health care professionals to meet our medical needs. From nurses to behavioral health specialists – our health care system is under pressure.
- [Support Telehealth Funding](https://www.healthymepa.com/act-now-telehealth-2023/) - Let your lawmakers know that access to telehealth services is important and urge them to make sure virtual health care options are supported in Pennsylvania.
- [Act Now Medicaid Supplemental Payments 23](https://www.healthymepa.com/act-now-medicaid-supplemental-payments23/) - Urge your lawmaker to maintain funding for PA’s critical access hospitals, burn and trauma centers, and obstetric and neonatal units.
- [Act now for Behavioral Health Funding](https://www.healthymepa.com/act-now-behavioral-health-2023/) - Encourage lawmakers to distribute $100 million for behavioral health services. Let them know you support the behavioral health continuum of care.
- [Join](https://www.healthymepa.com/go/join-today/) - Healthy Me PA empowers PA residents to take action on issues that impact their health care. Join us for a breakdown of policy issues and health care tips.
- [Act Now](https://www.healthymepa.com/act-now/) - Support your own health, healthcare workers, and health facilities throughout Pennsylvania. Make your voice heard on critical issues of healthcare in PA.
- [Field Guide to Care Landing Page](https://www.healthymepa.com/field-guide/) - Be prepared for your next hospital experience. Fill out this short form to get your free Field Guide to Care.
- [Blogs](https://www.healthymepa.com/blogs/) - Read the most up-to-date and compelling healthcare articles, written to help you and your family stay informed on the ever-evolving healthcare system.
- [The PA Healthcare community needs your help](https://www.healthymepa.com/the-pennsylvania-healthcare-community-needs-your-help/) - Please ask your legislators and Gov. Wolf to support PA health care providers, which would give essential resources needed to secure your health and wellness.
- [Take Action](https://www.healthymepa.com/support-pa-health-care-heroes/) - Support the Health Care Heroes and Public Health Preparedness Act - a $650 million grant program to restore PA's health care system.
- [Protect PA Hospitals](https://www.healthymepa.com/protect-pa-hospitals/) - Many hospitals in Pennsylvania are undergoing enormous challenges financially and operationally. They’re projected to lose $7.6 billion by year’s end.
- [Protect PA Hospitals - HCH2021](https://www.healthymepa.com/pa-heroes-act-signup/) - Life may be getting back to normal, but our hospitals and health care workers are still hard at work — and they need your support now to ensure they’re ready for the next crisis.
- [Protect PA's health care providers](https://www.healthymepa.com/pa-health-care-worker-protections/) - State lawmakers must make medical liability protections a high priority during the pandemic. Don’t let Pennsylvania’s health care workers fight alone.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.healthymepa.com/privacy-policy/) - This Privacy Policy describes how Healthy Me PA collects, uses, and shares the personal information of our clients and users of this website
- [Thank You](https://www.healthymepa.com/thank-you/) - Your voice has an impact. Your action will ensure Gov. Wolf and state lawmakers are aware of where you stand on critical health care issues.

## Care Happens Here

- [Mom Thankful for Pediatric Cancer Staff Creating 'Smiles and Laughter'](https://www.healthymepa.com/care-happens-here/mom-thankful-for-pediatric-cancer-staff-creating-smiles-and-laughter/) - When Shari Ann Almeida's 6-month-old daughter, Dakota, was diagnosed with pediatric cancer, she decided on local expert care.
- [NICU Team at Penn State Health Makes Mom a Fan for Life](https://www.healthymepa.com/care-happens-here/nicu-team-at-penn-state-health-makes-mom-a-fan-for-life/) - Nicole Szallar, saved by Penn State Health Children's Hospital, travels for her second child's birth and annual check-ups at Penn State Health Medical Group.
- [Timing and Expertise were Everything for Man Who Survived Major Cardiac Event](https://www.healthymepa.com/care-happens-here/independence_jerry/) - Unforeseen events during a Disney trip led to a life-saving journey, emphasizing the importance of timing, expertise, and teamwork.
- [Penn Highlands Rehabilitation Center Staff Helps Sykesville Mom of Three Return Home After Stroke](https://www.healthymepa.com/care-happens-here/pennhighlands_kathryndelarme/) - Following a stroke, this Sykesville mom of three returned home after two weeks of inpatient rehab with the staff at Penn Highlands Rehabilitation Center.
- [A Triumphant Walk Down the Aisle](https://www.healthymepa.com/care-happens-here/lankenau_alexknight/) - Alex and Ryann's wedding was a celebration of love, thanks to the medical care provided by Lankenau Medical Center's trauma team and surgeon Mitesh Shah.
- [‘People Who Care’: St. Clair Heart Care Team Rallies Around Mom of Five](https://www.healthymepa.com/care-happens-here/st-clair-jessica/) - Jessica is savoring every special moment as a mom while remaining grateful for the St. Clair Health team who pulled her through a life-threatening emergency.
- [Dedicated Doylestown Health Care Team Defies the Odds and Saves Gilbert's Life](https://www.healthymepa.com/care-happens-here/the-stars-aligned-to-save-gilberts-life/) - Despite a lack of symptoms, Gilbert Jorgensen's life was saved by the staff at Doylestown Health who accurately diagnosed and repaired his aortic dissection.
- [How Compassionate Care Helped One Boy Overcome a Summer Scare](https://www.healthymepa.com/care-happens-here/from-summer-scare-to-a-splash-lehighton-third-grader-overcomes-brain-tumor-surgery/) - Eight-year-old Ethan underwent a four-hour procedure to remove a brain tumor and was ready to go home after having spent just over two weeks in the hospital.
- [Hospital Staff Keeps Mom in Good Spirits During Cancer Treatment](https://www.healthymepa.com/care-happens-here/hospital-staff-keeps-mom-in-good-spirits-during-cancer-treatment/) - Following Holly Stockwell's shocking cancer diagnosis, hospital staff not only provided her with critical medical care but cared also for her mental well-being.
- [Acts of Kindness in HealthCare: Jefferson Health Nurses Facilitate Family Support for Beloved Patient, Gordon Dunlop Sr.](https://www.healthymepa.com/care-happens-here/the-dunlops/) - As Gordon Dunlop, Sr. struggled with COVID-19, two Jefferson Health nurses gave his family the chance to be there.

## 3D FlipBook

- [Field Guide to Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/3d-flip-book/field-guide-to-care-august/)
- [Field Guide to Care - April, 2023](https://www.healthymepa.com/3d-flip-book/field-guide-to-care-april-2023/)
- [Field Guide to Care](https://www.healthymepa.com/3d-flip-book/field-guide-to-care/)

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