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St. Luke’s gastroenterologist advises eating and drinking in moderation over holidays

With the holiday season underway, St. Luke’s gastroenterologist Caitlyn Foley stresses the importance of eating in moderation, especially rich, acidic or spicy foods. Also, don’t overindulge in …

The Birches offers holiday memory care activity kit

Dementia doesn’t have to exclude your loved one from holiday enjoyment; that person can feel included with support. To help families and their loved ones with Alzheimer’s or dementia celebrate …

YMCA providing free in-person and virtual wellness opportunities

Now through Dec. 20, YMCA of Bucks County and Hunterdon Counties is opening its doors and inviting the community to use the Y for free.The Y’s “Here for Our Community” initiative provides free …

Riegelsville studio Spirit N Soul Fitness celebrates 1-year anniversary

This month celebrates the one-year anniversary of Spirit N Soul Fitness, a dance and fitness studio that offers more than just your average callisthenics.Alternative movement classes such as pole …

Grand View Health honored for digital excellence with Most Wired recognition

The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has released its coveted Digital Health Most Wired Survey results for 2023, recognizing Grand View Health with a Performance …

CHOP receives $6.4 million from Bucks family to support groundbreaking cancer research

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) said today it has received a $6.4 million gift from the family of Connor Boyle, a 2022 Central Bucks East High School graduate who died at age 18 from osteosarcoma.

New group supports family members coping with a loved one’s addiction

Being the parent or adult sibling of a family member with a substance use disorder can be debilitating, lonely and often frightening, said Helen McNutt, who speaks not only from personal experience …

AARP Pennsylvania sounds alarm for increased vigilance during Medicare Open Enrollment

AARP Pennsylvania strongly urges Medicare beneficiaries to exercise extra caution during this year’s Medicare Open Enrollment period, which runs through Dec. 7. A recent data breach involving a …

Kin launches new spa and salon program to provide guests with free remote services

The nonprofit Kin Wellness and Support Center, which is dedicated to caring for local Bucks County cancer patients and their caregivers, recently unveiled a new remote care program with two leading …

Borscht Belt Delicatessen opens new location at St. Mary Medical Center

The Borscht Belt Delicatessen, a New York-style Jewish deli located in Newtown, opened a new location in the St. Mary Medical Center cafeteria on Monday, Nov. 13. Open to patients, visitors and …

NIH scientist to receive 2024 Baruch S. Blumberg Prize

The Hepatitis B Foundation in Doylestown announced last night that T. Jake Liang, MD, a distinguished investigator at the National Institutes of Health and globally recognized expert on liver …

NIH scientist to receive 2024 Baruch S. Blumberg Prize

The Hepatitis B Foundation in Doylestown announced last night that T. Jake Liang, MD, a distinguished investigator at the National Institutes of Health and globally recognized expert on liver …

Alzheimer’s & Caregiving Educational Conference offered in Philadelphia The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will host a free Alzheimer’s & Caregiving Educational Conference for Philadelphia-area residents Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The free conference is open to everyone and will allow participants to learn from experts in the field of Alzheimer’s disease, brain health, and caregiving.To register, go to www.alzfdn.org/tour.

Cairn University hosts Candy Cane 5K

Cairn University will host a special Christmas themed 5K 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 9.Whether you choose to run the 5K or walk a mile, all are invited to register. Enjoy post-race Christmas cookies, …

Main St. presents Earth Angel Awards

The second annual Main St. Earth Angel Awards and Luminary Stroll at Fonthill Castle took place Oct. 11.Awards were given to three local recipients who are making a positive impact on the breast …

Main St. presents Earth Angel Awards

The second annual Main St. Earth Angel Awards and Luminary Stroll at Fonthill Castle took place Oct. 11. Awards were given to three local recipients who are making a positive impact on the breast …

Cairn University hosts Candy Cane 5K

Cairn University will host a special Christmas themed 5K 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 9. Whether you choose to run the 5K or walk a mile, all are invited to register. Enjoy post-race Christmas cookies, …

Alzheimer’s & Caregiving Educational Conference offered in Philadelphia

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will host a free Alzheimer’s & Caregiving Educational Conference for Philadelphia-area residents Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Healing Consciousness Foundation comedy fundraiser tickets on sale

The Healing Consciousness Foundation of Bucks County will host its fourth annual Humor for Healing Comedy Event Nov. 17, at Barley Sheaf Farm.Last year’s sold-out comedy show raised over $70,000, …

Healing Consciousness Foundation comedy fundraiser tickets on sale

The Healing Consciousness Foundation of Bucks County will host its fourth annual Humor for Healing Comedy Event Nov. 17, at Barley Sheaf Farm. Last year’s sold-out comedy show raised over $70,000, …

Grundy Library presents dementia educational programs

People living with dementia may face various challenges that could prevent them from maintaining a healthy lifestyle.To address some of these challenges, the Grundy Library in Bristol is hosting a …

Doylestown Health among drop-off locations for Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Doylestown Health encourages the community to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28. Administered locally by Doylestown Health’s partners at the …
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