York Hospital to Implement New ED Visitation Policy on June 6
The York Hospital Emergency Department will implement a new visitors’ policy on Wednesday, June 6, with the opening of the renovated Emergency Department triage and seating area. WellSpan is committed...
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Double Creek offers multitude of options
Double Creek, York’s premier cycling, running and walking event, will be held on Saturday, June 16, at North Salem Elementary School in Dover. You can choose to ride a 30, 48 or 63-mile route, run a...
View ArticleYork Hospital Trauma Center sees increase in patients
This past year was a busy one for York Hospital’s Level 1 Regional Resource Trauma Center.The center evaluated 2,326 patients, an increase of 11 percent from 2010. Twenty three percent (263) of those...
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Families encouraged to GO and Search the Galaxy!
Program encourages families to get outdoors and be physically active GO and Search the Galaxy!, the fifth annual installment of a summer-long physical activity initiative, kicked off Friday, June 1,...
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Book Nook Bonanza moves to new location
Proceeds from fundraiser benefit York Hospital Auxiliary-sponsored initiatives Most people don’t think about going to the York City Ice Rink in late June. But now, there’s a good reason to go. The...
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Ask the Expert: Hugh Gregory, M.D., medical director of inpatient...
What types of services do you provide to patients? As a physiatrist, I focus on non-operative management of neurologic, orthopedic, and other medical or postsurgical conditions that cause disability....
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Buy Fresh, Buy Local sponsors scavenger hunt
The York County Buy Fresh, Buy Local chapter has launched a county-wide scavenger hunt designed to connect consumers to the freshest and most delicious local food. The Buy Fresh, Buy Local (BFBL)...
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Zumba class targets those at high risk for cardiovascular disease
Participants lose weight and lower their blood pressure WellSpan partnered with Cornerstone Baptist Church and M & M Rhythms Life Fitness to promote physical activity among African-American women...
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Depression and obesity are among priorities for York and Adams counties
Data from the Community Health Assessments generate discussions Kevin Alvarnaz, director of community health improvement, leads a breakout session on the topic of obesity at the Healthy York County...
View ArticleNeed care without an appointment?
WellSpan offers three urgent care options It’s summertime and it seems as if a family is constantly dealing with allergies, sunburn, sprains and strains and even fractures.When you need medical...
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Butterfly release part of Bike Hike
The 17th Annual York Cancer Center Bike Hike will be held 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 16, beginning at Indian Rock Elementary School, York. The event benefits the Cancer Center Patient Help Fund...
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Gettysburg Hospital nurses recognize John Kalloz, M.D.
John Kalloz, M.D., WellSpan Hospitalists, was recently recognized with two annual Gettysburg Hospital physician awards selected by the hospital’s nursing staff. Kalloz received the Gettysburg Hospital...
View ArticleWalk-in sports physicals available for $15
Does your child need a sports physical before the fall sports season begins? If so, take advantage of these WellSpan walk-in care locations in York County to get a sports physical for $15, Aug. 1...
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Ask the Expert: David Whiddon, M.D., WellSpan Orthopedics
What types of orthopedic care do you provide? I specialize in joint replacement surgery, mainly hip and knee replacements. Can you further discuss the types of joint replacement surgery you perform?...
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WellSpan and Hospice of Lancaster County announce affiliation
Creates strong foundation to meet community needs in the future WellSpan and Hospice of Lancaster County, the largest hospice provider in Pennsylvania, have announced that they will affiliate as a...
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Pennsylvania Nightingale Award nominees
Four York Hospital nurses were recently nominated for the Pennsylvania Nightingale Awards. They are, from left to right, Heather Rivera, Claudia Shermeyer, Connie Gutshall and Amy Krichten. Shermeyer...
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Adams County Internal Medicine to close Aug. 31
On Saturday, Sept. 1, Adams County Internal Medicine (ACIM) will join Gettysburg Adult Medicine in a single practice that will enhance access to quality primary care. Adams County Internal Medicine's...
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Students get glimpses of health care careers
One-week summer camp offers plenty of hands-on activities Nurse Gail Wilson of the York Hospital Operating Rooms, right, explains to WellSpan Summer Health Care Careers Camp students some of the...
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Stay connected with the WellSpan mobile app
In this world of ever evolving technology, WellSpan is making it easier than ever for you to stay connected and have health information in the palm of your hand. The WellSpan mobile app provides easy,...
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Learn more about wilderness medicine and survival skills
What do you need to know to survive a nuclear event? How do you survive animal attacks? Can you start a fire in the wilderness? What are the basics of signaling for a successful rescue? These are...
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