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Excela Health merged with the Butler Health System in January, which Chief Medical Officer Carol Fox said has made for an exciting year with expanded opportunities.“I think it’s been an exciting year for us,” she said. “We’re excited about the opportunity to work together and provide ...

Penn Highlands Connellsville wrapped up its first year in the Penn Highlands Healthcare system, which it joined through a partnership in April 2022.“The partnership ensures that the hospital remains a viable source of healthcare in the region and provides the community with access to more ...

Penn Highlands Mon Valley introduced new technologies and specialties as it added to its physician list in the past year.Penn Highlands Mon Valley was the first of two local hospitals to partner with Penn Highlands Healthcare. Its partnership began in October 2021. Spokeswoman Corinne Laboon ...

Fayette EMS further expanded its community paramedicine programs in the past year, and added new positions to support mothers struggling with addiction and to increase health education.“We’re truly completing a circle of heath care where no one can slip through the cracks,” said Rick ...

A coalition started to help make Fayette County a healthier and happier place continues to promote positive activities.“Living a healthy life is crucial for both physical and mental well-being,” said Muriel Nuttall, executive director of the Fayette Chamber of Commerce and member of the ...

The COVID-19 pandemic heightened, exacerbated and highlighted mental health concerns for many people and caused increased issues among children, said Mike Quinn, CEO of Chestnut Ridge Counseling Services Inc.“The new pandemic that we’re living through right now is individual mental health ...