Alcohol across the ages by Kimberly Gorman
Alcohol and drug use has become more prevalent in the United States in recent years. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than 95,000 deaths are associated with excessive alcohol use in the United States. Read More...
DEA Drug Take Back Day 4/24/21
DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Event Saturday, April 24th 2021 from 10am-2pm To find a site in Cambria County nearest you visit: https://takebackday.dea.gov/
DEA Take Back Day 4/24/21
DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, April 24th 2021 from 10am-2pm To find a site in Cambria County near you visit: https://takebackday.dea.gov/
Limiting harms of addictive behavior by: Dr. Jeanne Spencer
Most persons suffering from addiction are well aware that stopping the use of the addictive substance is in their best interest. Many have tried to quit before. Often multiple times. Something within either the person or their environment keeps them coming back to the addictive behavior. Efforts to stop the addictive behavior are very important
‘Connecting Hearts’ through the power of radio by Bobbi Castgellucci
Forever Media Johnstown is connecting hearts in our community through the Connecting Hearts campaign. Read More...
Continuing fight to address OD epidemic by Jeannine McMillan
The year 2020 brought challenges none of us could have ever imagined. Our community health care heroes have worked tirelessly treating patients with COVID-19, while also continuing to care for individuals battling other chronic conditions. Read More...
‘Blue Service’ offers support, hope for those grieving during holidays by David Hurs
A month ago, Angela Herbein didn’t imagine she would be without her husband, John, at Christmas. Even at 82 years old, he was an avid runner and steadfast weightlifter who’d been at her side for 37 years, she said. “We both got COVID,” Herbein said. “Mine got better. His didn’t.” Read More...
The consequences of driving impaired by William T. Hines Jr.
December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. Traditionally, beginning in November and throughout the full month of December, an increasing number of Americans take to the roads, traveling to visit and celebrate with friends and family during the holiday season. Often, these holiday celebrations include alcohol service and consumption. Read More...