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Your chances of witnessing a cardiac arrest are fortunately rare, unless you are living with a friend or family member who is at high risk. But you can learn how to respond if it happens.
Acute cardiac arrest
The nation and the world had the opportunity to witness Damar Hamlin in full cardiac arrest during the January 2 Bengals/Buffalo Bills game, and the expert team of health care professionals who … more
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Young people always benefit from drug education 
Sunday, September 10 is  Grandparents Day. It’s a good opportunity to take the time to recognize the hardworking grandparents who are actively involved in shaping the lives of their … more
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Caregiving can cause emotional, physical stress
REGION — For the hundreds of thousands of unpaid caregivers in New York and Pennsylvania, the stress of caring for someone with dementia through the winter holidays might be over, but another … more
The Office for the Aging will temporarily transition to appointments-only for the next few months, starting Monday, February 6, due to an expansion of its office quarters in the government center.
You’ll need an appointment at the Sullivan Office for the Aging, and more
Dr. Larryl Damon Jr. awarded board certification HONESDALE, PA — Larryl Damon Jr., D.O., a pediatrician for Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC), has been awarded board … more
Dr. Joseph Nebzydoski (center, holding the flowers and frame) was thanked by members of Sullivan County Public Health Department and the County Legislature for his ongoing service to the people of the county by his work in the county's rabies clinics. Pictured are Karen Holden, left; Luis Alvarez; Nick Salomone; Cat Scott; Dr. Nebzydoski; Amanda Wolfe; Jill Hubert-Simon; Jenna Knox; Wendy Salonich; and Haley Motola.
Legislators, public health staff recognize local vet and his team
 YOUNGSVILLE, NY — Longtime Jeffersonville resident and veterinarian Dr. Joe Nebzydoski, owner and operator of the Youngsville Veterinary Clinic, got a surprise visit recently from a group … more
A card of thanksgiving and healing.
In the blink of an eye
I was sitting at my desk writing Thanksgiving cards, when I got up to cross the room to retrieve a couple of AA batteries to include in a small gift. I leaned down and to the left about five degrees … more
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Dance benefits Special Olympics
LOCH SHELDRAKE, NY –– The Liberty Rotary Club will hold a dance to benefit the Special Olympics on Friday, July 29 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Loch Sheldrake Firemen’s Park on … more
International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day to be commemorated in Sullivan
MONTICELLO, NY — All across the world, Survivors of Suicide Loss will gather on Saturday, November 18 for International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, to honor and remember loved ones lost to … more
Communication between doctor and patient is one way to prevent errors, or to catch them before they happen.
Health care safety issues
The health care system of the United States is a loosely structured system composed of many parts (hospital, outpatient, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, insurance payers etc.) that do not … more
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Meditation—however you practice it—is one way to help you find your meaningful goals.
Make 2023 your best year yet
Happy New Year! Did you make a New Year’s resolution? Do you have a process for planning your new year? A few years ago, I developed this strategic process to plan for the year ahead and I … more
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Cervical cancer screenings crucial  
Happy 2023! We hope everyone had a joyous holiday season, and are recharged and ready for a happy, healthy year ahead. We’re thankful for many things as we head into 2023, including the … more
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Does cannabis use increase the risk of heart attack or stroke? A recent study says yes.
Cannabis use linked to increase in heart attack and stroke risk
NATIONWIDE — An analysis of 430,000 adults in the U.S. found that using cannabis—most commonly through smoking, eating or vaporizing it—was associated with a higher risk of heart … more
As much joy and love as the caregiving role can bring, caregivers need to pay attention to their stress levels.
Caregivers: take your stress seriously
NATIONWIDE — For the 43.5 million unpaid caregivers across the nation, the stress of caring for someone with dementia through the winter holidays might be over, but another type of stress has … more
What do you do if a friend or loved one is suffering from mental health problems? How do you convince them to seek help?
Know someone in need of mental health help?
There are many reasons why some people are reluctant to get help for their mental health or addiction issues. In addition, many people are not sure how to encourage someone to get that help. … more
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The Wright Center for Community Health received an $8,000 grant from the Robert H. Spitz Foundation in support of the Wright Center for Patient and Community Engagement. The grant will help provide a food donation program, bus passes and transportation assistance to and from doctor appointments. Pictured are Laura Ducceschi, left; Mary Marrara; Holly Przasnyski; and Cathy Fitzpatrick...
Fighting hunger in Wayne County
 WAYNE COUNTY, PA — Since the public health emergency ended, food assistance requests from people in need, including senior citizens, have risen locally and nationally.  So notes … more
Run or walk in Lackawaxen 5K and more
Christmas joy for seniors HONESDALE, PA — When the word went out, requesting donations for gifts to seniors, the response from Wayne Memorial Hospital employees was immediate and … more
Food is delicious and potentially fattening. But if you're considering time-restricted eating as a way to lose weight, some researchers are questioning the value of the technique—and whether it can actually cause harm.
Time-restricted eating might be bad
NATIONWIDE — An analysis of over 20,000 U.S. adults found that people who limited their eating to less than eight hours per day—aka a time-restricted eating plan—were more likely to … more
Learn how to prevent diabetes in a program from Garnet Health.
Pre-diabetic or at risk? Garnet Health can help
MONTICELLO, NY AND ONLINE — Garnet Health is offering a 12-month diabetes prevention program for qualified individuals.  There is no charge to attend. Participants can select an … more
Brant Adomiak, a certified registered nurse practitioner (CRNP) with a specialty in pulmonary nursing, has joined Wayne Memorial Hospital’s pulmonology department.
WMH Pulmonology adds nurse practitioner
HONESDALE, PA — Brant Adomiak, a certified registered nurse practitioner (CRNP) who specializes in pulmonary nursing, has joined Wayne Memorial Hospital’s pulmonology department.  … more
The latest shots for COVID-19 are available.
What’s the new COVID shot And how do you find it?
IBERTY, NY – Sullivan County Public Health wants to cut through any confusion regarding the latest COVID vaccine, which is now being rolled out. “Most people can still get a COVID-19 … more
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