Brittany Sweeney
Health and wellness reporterI’m LehighValleyNews.com’s health and wellness reporter and also host “Living in the Lehigh Valley,” PBS39's health and wellness show. I have covered health-related topics for Lehigh Valley Public Media, contributing to PBS39 and 91.3 WLVR, since 2018. Winning the 2020 Emmy Award for Video Journalist is something I am proud of accomplishing while working for Lehigh Valley Public Media. I grew up in Montgomery County and I'm passionate about telling compelling stories in my home state of Pennsylvania. I'm a graduate of Temple University (go Owls!) and spent most of my career working as an anchor and reporter for NBC affiliates in Northeast Pennsylvania and Ohio. When I'm not covering news around the Lehigh Valley, I can be found exploring the great outdoors with my family. Contact me at BrittanyS@lehighvalleynews.com or 610-984-8170.
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A Lehigh Valley man who has been an organ donation ambassador for years now needs a second kidney donation. After providing years of community service, he’s now asking his community for help. -
U.S. Senator Bob Casey talks about the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. He used First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union as an example of how these protocols help women.
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A local acupuncturist is using new technology to hone her craft. The acugraph measures energy in the body and can help determine where treatment is needed.
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COVID related hospitalizations are up 121% in Lehigh and Northampton counties according to the CDC. A Lehigh Valley doctor says the numbers seem worse than they are.
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A pop-up health clinic in Allentown will offer free services Saturday and Sunday. No identification or prior paperwork is necessary.
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National Health Centers Week raises awareness about federally qualified community health centers. Those in the Lehigh Valley are marking the occasion with events.
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St. Luke’s University Health Network and the Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley have partnered to create the Cultural & Linguistic Workforce Development Centers. Those eligible can enroll this fall in the programs.
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Dan + Shay, a country duo from Nashville, played to a roaring crowd on the main stage at Musikfest 2023 on Sunday night. The two are just returning to touring as they've been recording a new album due out this fall.
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Inclusion zones are set up at Musikfest to help people of all abilities enjoy the fun in Bethlehem. The areas on both the north and south side of the event offer sensory-supportive ways for adults and children to take a break from the action.
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A wound care clinic, independent of the area hospitals, is now open in Salisbury Township. The office is staffed with physical therapists to treat a wide range of injuries.
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The new facility will serve children as well as adults.
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Preventive programs can help people stay healthier and are available for no extra Medicare premium.
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People tend to get vaccinated when the number of new infections goes up.
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It takes a special person to be a caregiver, one who wants to help.
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Each session starts with a "mindful minute."
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The students who had been studying in Ukraine were mostly from Ghana and Nigeria.
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A local LGBTQ advocate says it's no surprise the 4-star admiral is among the 12 women of the year.
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There are many reasons people of color are at greater risk for diabetes and stroke, Thevenin says.
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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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Demand for the wellness center's services has risen sharply in the pandemic.
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The little guy with the cleft lip was rescued from Harley's Haven Dog Rescue.
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The health director says an increase in at-home tests is making it tougher to track new cases.
