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Are You Protected?
What is one thing stopping you from enjoying the summer? The sun! While the sun is a very important part of our ecosystem, it can also be dangerous. Did you know sunburn is not caused from the light you see, but from the light you cannot see? The sun emits ultraviolet rays that are undetectable…
Men’s Health – Important at Every Age!
Preventive care is equally important for both genders, but for some reason men are more likely to put off routine checkups and delay seeing a doctor when they experience symptoms of a health problem. Many working-aged men don’t even have a regular family doctor. Most health conditions or diseases that men face can be prevented…
Protect Yourself from Lyme Disease
Do you love the great outdoors? We all know there are various plants that can irritate our skin and some animal bites we would prefer to avoid, and ticks are no exception.Lyme Disease is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected blacklegged ticks, small insects that rest on the tips of grasses and shrubs….
Not Enough Hours in the Day?
Celebrating Mother’s Day this past weekend initiated the age old question, “How do most moms find time to exercise?” Between daycare, work life stresses, and play dates-there does not seem to be enough hours in the day. According to the DailyBurn.com, moms have to get creative. They shared a few tips to help us “Spring…
Deskercising
Your desk chair has held you up through the years and has become a common staple in your work life existence. However, an item you had thought to be your best friend is in reality your worst enemy! Research suggests that the recommended 30 minutes of cardio five times per week may not undo the…
THE PRIMARY HEALTH NETWORK AWARDED VARIOUS ACCREDITATIONS FROM THE JOINT COMMISSION
Primary Health Network (PHN) has earned its 6th consecutive Gold Seal of Approval through the Joint Commission for Ambulatory Health Care, Behavioral Health, and Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Accreditations by demonstrating continuous compliance with its nationally-recognized standards. The Gold Seal of Approval is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to providing…
Primary Health Network Appoints George Garrow, MD as Chief Medical Officer
Sharon, PA April 6, 2016- Primary Health Network (PHN), an emerging leader in the healthcare industry, announced the appointment of George Garrow, MD, as Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of their organization. Dr. Garrow is a leading physician in the community and renowned oncologist. Most recently, Dr. Garrow was the Director of Medical Oncology at Sharon…
Managing Seasonal Allergies
Did you know that in some parts of the United States, spring allergies start as early as February? When we have mild winter temperatures some plants pollinate early, causing you to experience those all-too-familiar symptoms earlier than you expected. In addition, more than two-thirds of people with spring allergies actually have symptoms year-round.Seasonal allergic rhinitis,…
The Most Overlooked Childhood Disease
Tooth decay can begin as early as age 1, and children with tooth decay are more likely to develop long-term oral health issues. Be sure to have your child brush his or her teeth for 2 minutes twice a day for a healthy smile! #2min2xDid you know that tooth decay is one of the most…
Pediatric Well-Being
As soon as your children are verbal you should begin talking to them about wellness, states Primary Health Network pediatrician John Cunningham, MD. This includes encouraging them to incorporate physical activity into their lifestyle and remaining physically active; a great way to keep your child excited about wellness is by modeling that behavior as a…
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PA OH Gives Week 2024! Now Open!
The highly anticipated giving event, PA OH Gives, is now open! This virtual fundraising initiative, hosted by the Community Foundation of Western PA and Eastern OH, aims to support local nonprofits, including PHN Charitable Foundation, that are tirelessly working to make a positive impact in our communities. The event runs from June 22nd to 28th,…