Good Shepherd’s Pediatric Rehab Center Offers Hope and Healing to Patients

July 26th, 2010

At Good Shepherd Hospital, teens find comfort and support during their rehabilitation.

Scorcher Sends More People to the Hospital for Heat-Related Illnesses

July 26th, 2010

The recent string of hot temperatures has caused local hospitals to deal with an increased number of cases of heat exhaustion and dehydration.

Harrisburg Area Hospitals Believe Patients are Forgoing Medical Care to Avoid Costs

July 26th, 2010

Hospitals have seen a rise in the number of individuals who are delaying necessary medical treatment to avoid the costly bills.

Pittsburgh Area Doctors Get Funding from Pharmaceutical Companies

July 23rd, 2010

Pittsburgh-area doctors received at least $3.5 million from four major pharmaceuticals to teach other health care professionals about medical treatments that include the use of the companies’ products.

The Pennsylvania Health Access Network Hosts Health Reform Happy Hour

July 23rd, 2010

The Pennsylvania Health Access Network, a nonpartisan coalition that works to expand health care access, sponsored a Health Care Reform Happy Hour to inform Wilkes-Barre residents about the new health reform laws.

Case Settled in UPMC Malpractice Suit

July 23rd, 2010

An Allegheny judge has ruled that UPMC will be required to pay $900,000 to the family of an elderly woman who froze to death on the roof of UPMC Montefiore Hospital.

Still No Word on State Layoffs

July 22nd, 2010

Gov. Rendell has still not announced how many state and municipal jobs will be cut as a result to this year’s budget.

Methadone Clinic Faces Setbacks

July 22nd, 2010

Pennsylvania Care LLC., a methadone clinic in Ashley, has lost zoning board appeal of cease and desist order. The facility is allowed to stay open and re-file for the correct permits.

FDA states that Johnson & Johnson is Hindering Investigation

July 22nd, 2010

FDA inspectors state that Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has not been tranparent and cooperative in providing records from the J&J plant in Lancaster. J&J has recalled a number of products within the last few months.

$500,000 Grant to Help Laid-off Workers at West Penn Hospital

July 22nd, 2010

PA Department of Labor and Industry is providing Pittsburgh with a $500,000 grant to aid laid-off workers at West Penn Hospital.