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Immunize.org offers diverse resources to support healthcare providers with immunization information

Healthcare providers now have a range of reliable resources provided by Immunize.org at their fingertips, aimed at enhancing the quality and safety of immunization practices.

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 27, 2025

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Chickenpox facts and prevention steps emphasized for healthcare providers

The Vaccine Update's "Fast Facts" series continues, focusing on chickenpox this month.

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 27, 2025

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CDC reviews H5N1 bird flu cases, finds mild conditions in exposed U.S. adults

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 27, 2025

Researchers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have published new findings about the incidence of H5N1 avian influenza in humans.

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Temple Health hosts diabetes event at ShopRite, highlighting community-focused care

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 27, 2025

Temple Health organized its fourth annual Diabetes Alert Day at the ShopRite of Fox Street on March 25.

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Temple Health observes Doctors' Day with meals and gifts for physicians

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 27, 2025

Temple Health recently observed National Doctors’ Day on March 26th, acknowledging the vital contributions of its physicians.

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Eagles Autism Foundation awards $1.3 million to CHOP for autism research

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 25, 2025

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) has been awarded over $1.3 million by the Eagles Autism Foundation to support five autism research projects over the next two years.

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Roxborough Memorial Hospital promotes organ donation during National Donate Life Month

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 25, 2025

Every day, 17 individuals in the United States die while waiting for a life-saving organ transplant.

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New 3D-printed hydrogel shows promise for treating meniscus injuries

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 25, 2025

Meniscus tears, a common knee injury, have long posed challenges for patients and medical professionals due to limited treatment options.

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New gene therapy approach may transform chronic disease treatment

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 25, 2025

A new development in gene therapy could significantly impact the treatment of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.

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Daniel Popkin receives Service Excellence Award at TUH-Main Campus

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 25, 2025

Infection Control Manager Daniel Popkin has been recognized with the Service Excellence Award at TUH-Main Campus.

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Nurse Gina Riviello honored with DAISY Award at TUH-Main Campus

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 25, 2025

Gina Riviello, a registered nurse on the Hepatology Unit at Temple University Hospital (TUH) Main Campus, has been recognized with the DAISY Award.

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Episcopal’s Behavioral Health team opens new rec room for patient engagement

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 25, 2025

Episcopal’s Behavioral Health team has launched a new recreational room designed to enhance social engagement and provide a safe space for patients.

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Nurse Patricia Loeber receives DAISY Award for outstanding patient care

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 25, 2025

Patricia Loeber, a registered nurse at TUH-Main Campus, has been recognized with the DAISY Award for her exceptional service on the 4 East Unit.

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Fox Chase nurse finalist for national Extraordinary Healer award

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 24, 2025

Matthew Mangold, a nurse at Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, has been named one of three finalists for the 2025 Extraordinary Healer award.

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Roxborough hosts annual Health & Wellness Fair on May 1

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 24, 2025

The Roxborough School of Nursing is set to host its annual Health & Wellness Fair at the Roxborough YMCA.

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Study links sleep disturbances to longer concussion recovery

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 22, 2025

Researchers from the Minds Matter Concussion Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have identified self-reported sleep disturbances as a significant predictor of prolonged recovery from concussions.

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Temple University hosts colorectal cancer awareness events with inflatable colon

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 20, 2025

Temple University Hospital and Fox Chase Cancer Center recently hosted Colorectal Cancer Awareness events, featuring a giant inflatable colon as the main attraction.

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CBS News Philadelphia features Dr. Anjali Rajadhyaksha for Women's History Month

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 20, 2025

Anjali Rajadhyaksha, PhD, Director of the Center for Substance Abuse Research at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, was featured in a CBS News Philadelphia series spotlighting Women’s History Month

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Temple University Hospital hosts colorectal cancer awareness event

By East Montgomery Times | Mar 19, 2025

March marks Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, prompting Temple Health and Fox Chase Cancer Center to organize a series of events aimed at promoting education, awareness, and prevention.