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LVHN's Child-Life Specialists Lift Spirits of Kids (and Their Parents) Facing Illness, Disease and Disabilities

October
22
,
2020
| 17:54 PM America/New_York
BY LINDSAY SCHNEIDER Child-life specialists at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital are behind-the-scenes heroes not only for patients but their parents as well. They provide fun distractions for patients during treatments and offer …
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Top 5 Reasons LVHN is a ‘Great Place to Work’

October
20
,
2020
| 16:12 PM America/New_York
BY RICK MARTUSCELLI If you want to know if an organization is a great place to work, all you need to do is ask its employees. That’s what happened at Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN). Based on what they said, LVHN is now certified as a “Great …
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Asked and Answered – COVID-19, the Flu and Flu Shots

October
16
,
2020
| 14:43 PM America/New_York
BY KATIE CAVENDER As we look into the future, there are many uncertainties. One of those is how the COVID-19 pandemic will look during flu season. Mark Knouse, MD, Chief, Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) Division of Infectious Diseases, …
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How to Have the Best Quarantine-o-ween Ever

October
14
,
2020
| 18:18 PM America/New_York
BY KATIE CAVENDER The year 2020 has certainly given us all a fright, but don’t let it scare you out of having a terrifyingly fun Halloween. It’s critical to remember: If you have any symptoms of illness, stay home, distance yourself from others …
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Could You Have a Hernia? Find Out at Lehigh Valley Health Network’s Free Virtual Hernia Information Session

October
14
,
2020
| 08:29 AM America/New_York
BY HANNAH ROPP Hernias can cause symptoms ranging from mild discomfort and acid reflux to intense abdominal pain and while some hernias just require a wait and see approach, others may need more immediate treatment to avoid serious …
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Concussion Discussion: All the Facts You Need to Know

October
12
,
2020
| 16:27 PM America/New_York
BY KATIE CAVENDER Concussions can happen at home, at work, at school, on the field – really anywhere. Many people believe that concussions can heal properly without any treatment, and that’s not necessarily the case. We spoke with Daniele …
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School Student Immunization Clinics in Allentown

October
09
,
2020
| 18:12 PM America/New_York
BY JENN FISHER Vaccinations are important shots to get because they help prevent serious illnesses. Some diseases we should receive immunizations for include: Measles – which can cause brain swelling and deafness Chicken pox – which …
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Lehigh Valley Cancer Institute’s Celebration of Champions to Be Held Virtually

October
08
,
2020
| 17:09 PM America/New_York
BY HANNAH ROPP Lehigh Valley Cancer Institute will hold its second annual Celebration of Champions event virtually Nov. 7, 6:45 p.m. This exciting event will celebrate area cancer survivors as well as nurses, physicians and other health care …
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Hospice House Group Completes Fundraising Early

October
08
,
2020
| 12:26 PM America/New_York
BY BRIAN DOWNS Hospice care in Monroe County has received significant support from the Poconos community. The community group that was formed to fundraise in support of the Monroe County Hospice House in East Stroudsburg, which reopened for …
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School Sports Are Back – And So Is Athlete of the Week!

October
07
,
2020
| 20:56 PM America/New_York
BY HANNAH ROPP Although COVID-19 has certainly changed the way student-athletes play sports this year, one thing will remain the same. Lehigh Valley Health Network and Coordinated Health will be recognizing some of the outstanding performances …
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Join Us for a Virtual Pink-Out Event

October
07
,
2020
| 17:28 PM America/New_York
BY KATIE CAVENDER The annual Lehigh Valley Cancer Institute Pink-out Event has gone virtual. Put on your pink and join us for this girl’s night in on Thursday, Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. A panel of experts will discuss the future of breast screening, how …
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Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest Recognized as One of Newsweek’s Best Inpatient Rehabilitation Centers 2020

October
06
,
2020
| 16:54 PM America/New_York
BY HANNAH ROPP   Lehigh Valley Health Network continues to offer award winning inpatient rehabilitation. Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Cedar Crest has been recognized on Newsweek’s inaugural list of Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers 2020. …
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September
17,
2020
| 11:19 AM America/New_York
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At Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), you’ll find the world’s best nurses. During the COVID-19 pandemic, LVHN nurses work tirelessly to provide the safest care possible to …
September
02,
2020
| 17:54 PM America/New_York
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BY HANNAH ROPP Coordinated Health, part of Lehigh Valley Health Network, is transitioning all patient records at most of its facilities to Epic electronic health records …
August
20,
2020
| 12:01 PM America/New_York
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BY KATIE CAVENDER Whether you need COVID-19 testing because you feel ill, have an upcoming procedure or need COVID-19 clearance for travel, school or work – Lehigh Valley …
August
04,
2020
| 15:21 PM America/New_York
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Due to extreme weather in our region, several Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), Coordinated Health and Lehigh Valley Physicians Group (LVPG) locations are closed or …

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Cómo tener el mejor Halloween de todos los tiempos durante la cuarentena

October
14
,
2020
| 18:15 PM America/New_York
PARA KATIE CAVENDER El año 2020 ciertamente nos ha dado un susto a todos, pero no dejes que te asuste para tener un Halloween aterrador y divertido. Es fundamental recordar: si tiene algún síntoma de enfermedad, quédese en casa, aléjese de los …
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Tu embarazo saludable comienza con la atención de Healthy Beginnings Plus

September
15
,
2020
| 14:33 PM America/New_York
PARA JENN FISHER Las futuras mamás tienen muchas cosas en sus mentes durante el embarazo, principalmente con respecto a la salud de su bebé. En el área de Hazleton, las mujeres que están esperando un bebé pueden recibir apoyo de Healthy …
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¿Planea viajar? Proceda con precaución

August
18
,
2020
| 11:59 AM America/New_York
PARA JANE DANISH Aunque los Centros para el Control de Enfermedades (CDC) y el Departamento de Salud de Pensilvania (PA DOH) desaconsejan todos los viajes no esenciales, hay ocasiones en las que es posible que tengamos que hacerlo. Los viajes …
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