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Lekha Yadukumar, M.D.
New information, highlighting bias
SCRANTON, PA — Dr. Lekha Yadukumar, an internal medicine resident at the Wright Center, recently presented her research into the demographics and disparities in large granular lymphocyte (LGL) … more
Organizers of the Wonderful Women breast cancer support group event are, front row, co-chairperson Mary Mararra, left; co-chairperson Gerri McAndrew; and committee member Lorraine Lupini. In the second row are pictured committee member Helayna Szescila, left; committee member Ellen Walko; honorary chairperson Dr. Linda Thomas-Hemak, president and CEO, The Wright Center; committee member Kim Robinson; committee member Holly Przasnyski; and liaison volunteer Dr. Muhammad Waqas, internal medicine resident at The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education.
Breast cancer support group event at Wright Center
Breast cancer support group event at Wright Center SCRANTON, PA — The Wright Center for Community Health Scranton Practice will host a Wonderful Women Breast Cancer Support Group program … more
Letter from the Sullivan County Legislature to Mark Furnish
Suzy Loughlin speaks about the death of her brother, Anthony Rhulen, a successful film producer. Rhulen died of an overdose on January 15, 2021 in Pasadena, CA.
Carrying the opioid crisis home
MONTICELLO, NY — Overdose deaths are not limited to young people. They are all people. According to the New York State Department of Health, Sullivan County holds the highest rate of … more
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Anjana Poonthota, M.D., MPH
Garnet Health hospitalist appointed to Board of Health of Orange County
ORANGE COUNTY, NY — Garnet Health announced that Anjana Poonthota, M.D., MPH, the hospitalist at Garnet Health Doctors Pediatric, has been appointed by the Orange County legislature to the … more
On May 13, BluePath Service Dogs held their Annual Walkathon at FDR Park in Yorktown. ThinkDIFFERENTLY was a sponsor and tabled at the event, which was attended by hundreds of people and maybe even more pups.
Molinaro launches Think DIFFERENTLY stories project
NEW YORK STATE — U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (R, NY-19) recently launched Think DIFFERENTLY: Stories, an initiative for residents in New York’s 19th Congressional District to share stories, … more
In-demand career: Community health workers
SCRANTON, PA — One of the fastest-growing careers in health care has nothing to do with direct medical care.  Using their encyclopedic knowledge of local resources, community health … more
It’s easy to become addicted!
Many people are prescribed medications containing opioids for treating pain, often after an injury or surgery. Most opioids are used to treat pain that is moderate to severe. Mild (low-level) pain … more
Peg Pearsall is shown in the middle of cancer treatment. Although the Look Good Feel Better program made a difference, so did the fact that medications mitigate the side effects of treatment now.
It’s not what it was
BEACH LAKE, PA — Peg Pearsall knows about cancer. She had breast cancer back in 1991, and then gave back to the community by running a Look Good Feel Better (LGFB) program at Wayne … more
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
What is new in diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer in the U.S.
The American Cancer Society publishes projected numbers of women who are diagnosed with breast cancer each year. The most recent report predicts that about 279,790 women this coming year will be … more
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Is medication-assisted treatment for you?
There’s lots of help available for people who are dependent on opioids. The types of help available include getting support, learning how to change your behavior or taking medications to reduce … more
Understanding Naloxone or Narcan
It’s possible to overdose on all types of drugs, including methamphetamine, alcohol and prescription (pharmaceutical) medication including benzodiazepines, anti-psychotics, anti-convulsant and … more
What are the symptoms of breast cancer?
Different people have different symptoms of breast cancer. Some people do not have any signs or symptoms at all. Some warning signs of breast cancer are: New lump in the breast or underarm … more
What can I do to reduce my risk of breast cancer?
Many factors over the course of a lifetime can influence your breast cancer risk. You can’t change some factors, such as getting older or your family history, but you can help lower your risk … more
NRCI can help people in northeastern PA with breast cancer.
Cancer patient in PA? NRCI can help 
NORTHEASTERN PA — The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute (NRCI) serves cancer patients in Wayne and Pike counties as well as other communities in northeast PA. As an example, the … more
Fast facts about breast cancer
Each year in the United States, about 255,000 women get breast cancer and 42,000 women die from the disease. Men also get breast cancer, but it is not very common. About 1 out of every 100 … more
Getting the shots you need for school doesn't just help keep your child healthy; they protect the community as well.
Review of childhood immunizations and school requirements
Parents are aware of the many issues involved in getting their infants, toddlers and school-aged children immunized in order to attend pre-K through 12 grade. The number of required vaccines keeps … more
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Risky business
NATIONWIDE — The opioid crisis has emerged as one of the most pressing public health challenges of our time, wreaking havoc on individuals, families and communities across countries.  … more
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Jennifer Roth, left, 49, has several serious medical problems. Maura Longstreet, a family nurse practitioner at The Wright Center for Community Health North Scranton Practice, collaborated with her patient and other providers to deliver a diagnosis that will enable Roth to soon undergo surgery in Philadelphia.
‘Body, mind and spirit'
SCRANTON, PA — Intense stomach pain, unexplained weight loss and a host of other symptoms worsened as the months went by. Jennifer Roth, 49, feared the worst as she went to her appointment … more
Holding a bear makes blood tests a little less scary, so the Garing family donated six bears. Pictured are Nancy Garing, left; Valerie Martin; Logan Garing; Rebecca Garing; Tyler Garing; Shawn Garing; Walter Garing; Katrina Torchio; and Joyce Malicky...
Garing family hand-delivers bears
HONESDALE, PA — For some children (and adults), getting a blood test can be pretty scary. Cuddly teddy bears can help, according to many child health experts. The Garing family, which owns … more
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