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Penn Highlands Healthcare has entered a system-wide partnership with Doximity to equip its clinical teams with new digital health tools — Doximity Dialer, Doximity Ask and Doximity Scribe — designed to streamline clinical workflows, simplify patient communication and enhance administrative efficiency. The rollout reflects Penn Highlands Healthcare’s continued commitment to leveraging innovative technology that supports…

BOALSBURG — Adult Children of Aging Parents (ACAP) Centre County will host “When Someone You Love Has Dementia,” a one-day educational conference for family caregivers, on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Calvary Harvest Fields, 150 Harvest Fields Dr, Boalsburg. This program is sponsored by Mount Nittany Medical Center. The in-person program…

For decades, colonoscopies were considered a milestone for the 50-and-over crowd. However, groups like the American Cancer Society and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force officially lowered the recommended screening age for average-risk adults from 50 down to 45. The driver behind this shift is clear — colorectal cancer rates have been steadily climbing among…

The start of a new school year brings a buzz of activity but, beneath the excitement, many children carry a quiet uncertainty. Whether adjusting to new teachers, making new friends or meeting higher academic expectations, “back-to-school butterflies” are common. Recognizing the difference between typical school jitters and deeper emotional struggles can help you provide the…

STATE COLLEGE — Mount Nittany Health and the state Dept. of Health recently confirmed two positive measles tests that may have exposed others at Mount Nittany Health facilities. Potential exposure locations and times include: Mount Nittany Health Toftrees, 164 Greenview Dr., State College on Friday, July 31, between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. Mount Nittany Medical Center…

Finding a lump beneath your skin can be concerning, but not every lump is a sign of cancer. It may be a lipoma, a benign growth made up of fat cells that develops just beneath the skin. Lipomas are one of the most common types of soft tissue tumors, affecting about 1 in every 1,000…

STATE COLLEGE — Following a recent report by the state Dept. of Health that measles cases are on the rise, Giant and Martin’s recently announced that MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccines are available at its in-store pharmacies. Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications, particularly in young children and unvaccinated individuals. The MMR…

As measles cases continue to increase across Pennsylvania, public health officials are reminding families that vaccination remains the best protection against this highly contagious disease.According to the Pennsylvania Department of Health, more than 200 confirmed cases have been reported statewide in 2026 — with 46 new cases reported in just the last week — prompting…

Fiber is a plant-based nutrient that’s important for keeping your body’s digestion running smoothly. Unlike most other carbs, fiber resists digestion in your small intestine, so it travels through your body mostly unchanged. This trait is what makes fiber so beneficial. Some fibers are fermented in the colon, producing short chain fatty acids that support…

Whether your child is joining their first sports team or preparing for another season of competition, a sports physical is an important step in helping them stay healthy and safe. These exams help identify potential health concerns, assess physical readiness and ensure young athletes can participate with confidence. Here is what parents should know about…