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Donna S. Fisher/For LehighValleyNews.comA ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at David and Jackie Jaindl Family Birth and Newborn Center at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest. -
Distributed/Pickleball KingdomOne of more than 300 indoor pickleball locations nationwide will plant roots in Whitehall Township. The Lehigh Valley's first Pickleball Kingdom is expected to open in mid-November.
Lehigh Valley Heart and Vascular Institute now offers treatment for atrial fibrillation (AFib) with a new system that uses pulsed electrical fields to target problematic heart muscle cells instead of extreme heat or cold.
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The United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley is working to combat mental health problems made worse by the pandemic. It’s launching the “UNITED for Mental Health” campaign. -
Hellertown's planning commission pushed a plan for a new LVHN micro-hospital at the old Champion spark plug facility Tuesday night, with the potential for construction to begin later this year.
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The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America released its report of the most challenging places to live with asthma. The release coincides with peak asthma season in September.
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The "Margaritaville" singer died from Merkel cell carcinoma, according to his sister. Now, a Lehigh Valley doctor explains signs, symptoms and preventative measures.
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WLVR's Christine Dempsey talks with reporters Olivia Marble and Julian Abraham.
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Parents accused of medical child abuse, formerly known as Munchausen syndrome by proxy, criticized the doctor they say is behind the false claims against them, and asked Northampton County to intervene.
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A suicide prevention bench was dedicated to Moravian University. Students lined up to participate in the unveiling.
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The illicit drugs circulating locally are causing a public health emergency, according to a local doctor. A doctor from Lehigh Valley Health Network is part of of a 5-year study that determines what is in the drug supply in the area.
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The Bethlehem Running Festival has added a half-marathon relay to its inaugural event on Oct. 21-22.
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A brain injury conference this weekend will feature brain injury survivors and medical professionals at the first-time event. Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network’s Mind Your Brain Foundation Lehigh Valley Conference is free.
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Nine million Medicare recipients paid $3.4 billion in out-of-pocket expenses for 10 drugs now up for price negotiations, U.S. Rep. Susan Wild said. The deal struck over the drug costs will benefit Americans of all ages, she said.
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A Red Cross volunteer from the greater Lehigh Valley just got back from assisting displaced people in Hawaii following devastating wildfires there. Her job was to try and reconnect families.
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A local therapist recommends talking to someone, either a friend or a professional.
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COVID-19 has caused health care to adapt to changing conditions.
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Starting Monday, mask-wearing will be optional for city employees and city hall visitors.
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The two-year global health crisis has had a huge impact on young people's mental health.
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LVHN's Dr. Robert Ray Jr. is working with an internal task force on diversity and inclusion.
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Demand for the wellness center's services has risen sharply in the pandemic.
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Gov. Wolf's spending plan creates a $200M scholarship program for people entering health care fields.
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The health director says an increase in at-home tests is making it tougher to track new cases.
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The University of Pennsylvania study examined rates for accessing care after hospitalization.
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Heart disease remains the No. 1 killer of American women
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Republican lawmakers say the money is needed instead to offset looming budget deficits.
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The 'Great Resignation' and the pandemic are only two of the many reasons for the blood shortage.
