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AHN Wexford Hospital Earns 2023 Breastfeeding Friendly Place Awards from Allegheny County Health Department’s Women, Infants, and Children Program

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

Allegheny Health Network’s (AHN) Wexford Hospital has earned the 2023 Breastfeeding Friendly Place Award from Allegheny County Health Department’s Women, ...

Tips to help stay healthy when the air quality is poor

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Dr. Gary Grosel

It’s something we might take for granted — clean air. But when air quality becomes an issue, it can affect ...

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AHN Pediatricians Offer Sports Physicals for this Summer Activities Season

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

Pediatricians at Allegheny Health Network (AHN) are now offering pre-participation examinations (PPEs) for pediatric patients as the summer sports season ...

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Duquesne Creates Endowed Medical Dean Position Thanks to New Dietrich Foundation Gift

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

The Dietrich Foundation has made a new gift to provide key support for the leadership of Duquesne University’s College of ...

Wellness

7 Top Breathwork And Mindfulness Tips To Release Stress, Anxiety and Fear

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Rebecca Kordecki

With all the articles during COVID on ways to deal with anxiety and stress – oh, and the cousin of ...

Senior Care

Report reveals importance of social connection among older Americans

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Dr. Rhonda Randall

The pandemic affected everyone in unprecedented ways. Social connections and support systems were heavily impacted, especially those of America’s older ...

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Highmark Celebrating 30th Anniversary of Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Raising Awareness of CHIP’s Importance as COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Ends

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

Highmark is celebrating the 30th anniversary of enrolling the first child in Pennsylvania in the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)— ...