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EphHosp

  1. For expert care for minor injuries and illnesses after hours, visit QuickCare in New Holland. Open Memorial Day! ow.ly/b9VKn
  2. Learn more about the Emergency Department Expansion at Day in the Park on June 2 in Grater Memorial Park. More info at ow.ly/b8eFT.
  3. In honor of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, thank you to all first responders for the support you provide to our community!
  4. Stroke is one of the most preventable of all life-threatening health problems. Learn about prevention tips at stroke.org/risk.
  5. Obesity is a life long disease. For a FREE weight loss & metabolic assessment with a certified bariatric nurse, call 717-336-6578.
  6. Stroke can happen to anyone regardless of age or gender. Learn the risk factors at ow.ly/aPBi6.
  7. Ephrata Community Hospital begins construction of new Emergency Department. More info, visit ow.ly/aO1Mx.
  8. Thank You to our Nurses! During National Nurses Week, we celebrate your hard work & dedication to this community!
  9. May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Learn more about how to prevent stroke at ow.ly/aHzEo.
  10. To help heart failure patients eat better, the Center for Heart Care has created a Low-Salt Food Pantry. ow.ly/aEsyq
  11. Interested in volunteering? Check out the updated list of available opportunities. ow.ly/aBJU7
  12. Weight loss surgery is an option that can help. To schedule a free weight loss/metabolic assessment with a bariatric nurse, call 336-6578.
  13. Hand hygiene is the #1 way to prevent the spread of infections! Learn more. . . ow.ly/avzKi
  14. During Lab Week, we recognize our lab professionals for the work they do to detect, diagnose, & monitor diseases. ow.ly/asgMi
  15. Allergies affect 2 out of 10 people. Join Dr. Calusic on Apr 26 to learn more about this common health issue. ow.ly/apv7y.
  16. Do you have a family history of diabetes? Plan to attend the Diabetes Prevention Group on Apr 18. More info, visit ow.ly/amumo.
  17. Ephrata is currently the only hospital in Lancaster County offering single incision laparoscopic surgical procedures. ow.ly/akSGZ
  18. In honor of National Volunteer Week, we honor the volunteers who help us provide quality, compassionate, and cost-effective healthcare.
  19. Back into gardening? For expert care for minor injuries and illnesses after hours, visit QuickCare. More info, ow.ly/ag55s.
  20. Know a teen girl with an autism diagnosis? The Rehab Center offers a group program to help girls improve life skills. More info, 859-5531.