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A loved one has sudden numbness in the face and leg along with trouble speaking, loss of balance and a severe headache. What do you do? Call 9-1-1 immediately because they most likely are having a stroke. With a stroke, fast treatment can lead to a better outcome. Strokes are caused by a reduction of…

Most people brush their teeth at least once a day to prevent cavities and take vitamins to support specific health needs that are not met by diet alone. But, how many people focus on their heart health on a daily basis? Do you? February is American Heart Month, a national observance to raise awareness about heart…

For Cameron Guss, a high school senior, sports are a big part of his life. Standing tall at 6’5”, he decided to try basketball for the first time as a sophomore. During a practice, he went up for a dunk, but when he landed, everything changed. “I felt a pop in my right knee,” Guss…

STATE COLLEGE — Mount Nittany Health has announced that Josiah Contreras, RN, a bedside nurse in the Emergency Department, has been recognized with the prestigious DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. The award honors his exceptional compassion, professionalism and dedication to patient-centered care during a particularly stressful and painful patient experience. The DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune…

There are times when it may be hard to face life’s challenges alone. For instance, it may be tough to cope following the loss of a loved one; when facing a chronic illness; or recovering from an addiction. Support groups provide a safe shared space for people facing similar situations. They provide opportunities for you…

ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a common disorder that affects children and adults. It’s characterized by persistent inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity patterns that can interfere with daily life and development. “Nearly all preschool-aged children often show some core behaviors or symptoms of ADHD — inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity — as part of their typical development,” says Marybeth…

You have sudden chest pain — should you go to your local Emergency Department? You have a sore throat — should you go to the Emergency Department? Both of your eyes are pink — should you go to the Emergency Department? If you answered “yes” to all three questions, you would be incorrect. According to…

Adults have many different types of insurance – auto, homeowners, renters, life, medical, etc. Have you heard of dietary insurance? Most people have; it is called vitamins. “Adults take multivitamins to fill nutritional gaps in their diets for nutrients they might miss in food alone,” said Deloris Gibson, MHS, RDN, CDCES, Coordinator Diabetes Quality, Registered…

STATE COLLEGE — Mount Nittany Health recently recognized Lee Fulton of Culinary Services as a recipient of the inaugural BEE Award for his exceptional dedication to patients, staff, and community. The BEE Award — which stands for Be Exceptional and Excel — complements the DAISY Award for nursing excellence by honoring non-nursing staff whose compassion,…

Setting a New Year’s resolution is a time-honored tradition, but many of us find ourselves drifting away from those goals by mid-January. Usually, this happens because we focus on the “what” instead of the “how.” Keeping up with daily life — work, school, family obligations — often can make new habits feel overwhelming. “If you…