Healthcare
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Doylestown Health Begins First Residency Program in Family Medicine
Doylestown Health has announced the launch of a new Family Medicine Residency program, the health system’s first accredited resident physician training program expanding Doylestown Health’s graduate medical education offerings. With accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), the residency program will begin in July 2023. The application process is now open. Family…
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U.S. News Names Lancaster as Its No. 1 Place in the U.S. to Retire
U.S. News and World Report has chosen nearby Lancaster, Pa., as its top pick as a retirement location, citing it as the most desirable post-career setting in the nation. Emily Brandon listed the reasons why in her story. The annual U.S. News assessment of best places to retire parses data on: Housing affordability Retiree taxes…
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Safely Dispose of Unused Medication at These Bucks County Locations This Weekend
Several Bucks County businesses and establishments are collecting unused medications as part of a national safety initiative this weekend. Ed Doyle wrote about the take-back locations for TAP into Doylestown. If you were looking to clean out your medicine cabinet and get rid of your unused medication in a safe way, then National Prescription Drug…
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New Hope-Based Healthcare Company Receives the Top Venture Capital Deal in the Philadelphia Area
A Bucks County healthcare company was recently listed as having received one of the best venture capital deals in the area this past year. Ryan Mulligan wrote about the local company for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Orchestra BioMed, located at 296 Union Square Drive in New Hope, closed on a $100 million funding deal before…
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Warminster Chiropractor Now Offering Services to Southampton Residents
A Bucks County chiropractor has recently announced that she will be expanding her operations to other parts of the area. Dr. Haley McCaffery, a Warminster-based chiropractor, recently announced that she will be offering her medical and wellness skills to residents of Southampton in an effort to expand her business. “Exciting news Bucks County!” she said…
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Doylestown Health Foundation Receives Grant for Infant Protection Project
Doylestown Health Foundation has received a grant from Community Project Funding for its Doylestown Hospital Infant Protection Project. Staff writers at the Lower Bucks Times wrote about the recent grant. The grant was announced by U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, who introduced the Community Project Funding into the FY2022 Consolidated Appropriations Act as part of the…
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Newtown Township Ambulance Squad Needs More Public Funding to Continue Answering Emergency Calls
The Newtown Township Ambulance Squad is financially strapped and desperately needs more public funding to continue answering life-saving emergency calls. Emily Rizzo wrote about the funding for WHYY. According to the leaders of the ambulance squad that serves Newtown Borough and Newtown Township, they are facing the same financial issues as other emergency medical services…
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Several Bucks County Hospitals are Preparing for a ‘Severe’ Flu Season. Here’s What to Know
Several hospitals in the Bucks County area are gearing up for the upcoming flu season with top-notch medical technologies. Peg Quann wrote about the local hospitals for the Bucks County Courier Times. Doylestown Hospital and St. Mary Medical Center are just some of the local hospitals that are working hard to make sure that they…
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Philadelphia Among Peer Cities Most Heavily Reliant on Eds and Meds Economy
A new report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia found that higher education institutions and hospitals power close to 13 percent of the economy in the Philadelphia region, write Mike D’Onofrio and Isaac Avilucea for Axios. This means that the City of Brotherly Love is one of the most heavily reliant on eds and…
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Looking to Donate Blood for Those in Need? This Bucks County Establishment Has You Covered
A Bucks County township will allow local resident to donate blood as the holiday season is approaching, a time when blood is needed the most. Warwick Township will be working with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive on Nov. 22 from 2-7 PM. The donation sight will be found at the Township…
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Firstrust Bank Pairs the Fightin’ Phils with Local Child Fighting a Medical Foe of His Own
As the Phils spent an Aug. 23 night squeaking by the Cincinnati Reds in a ninth-inning nail-biter, one fan was not only thrilled to watch the win, but he was also experiencing a dream-come-true moment with his family. Thanks to support from Firstrust Bank and Casey Cares Foundation (a Maryland charitable organization that uplifts critically…
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Main Line Health: How the Flu Shot Works — and Why You Should Get Yours
In the past few years, many people have learned a lot about viruses and other infectious diseases. From how they spread to how to prevent them, COVID-19 has led many to understand how to stay healthy and protect themselves from getting sick. This knowledge doesn’t just apply to COVID-19. It also helps you stay safe…
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Bucks County Leadership: Steve Wicke, CEO, Recovery Centers of America (RCA) at Devon
Steve Wicke, CEO of Recovery Centers of America (RCA) at Devon, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about the differences between growing up in southern Virginia and suburban Maryland in the 1960s and 70s. He also talked about the importance music played in his life growing up, from going to concerts at Merriweather Post Pavilion with his…
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This Bucks County Assisted Living Complex Is Almost Complete After Ongoing Updates
An assisted living complex in Bucks County is almost complete, the most recent place for residents to move into this year. Damon C. Williams wrote about the updates for the Bucks County Courier Times. The former site of the Mill Run retirement center, located in Bristol Borough, is being converted into an assisted living complex.…
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Fairless Hills Implant Surgeon Helps Brings a Fresh Smile To a Man In Need
A fender bender in Philadelphia ended up being a blessing for a local man, who was directed to a Bucks County surgeon to fix his teeth. Alayna Gomez wrote about the fateful interaction for 6ABC Action News. Back in February, Greg Cuta of Philadelphia got into a car accident with Cecilly Rudalavage, a sales representative…
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Board President of Foundations Community Partnership Works To Help Bucks County Locals Live Their Best Lives
An important member of Foundations Community Partnership is working hard to help Bucks County residents live happy and healthy lives. Abigail Halloran, joined the organizations’s Board of Directors in 2016 and has served as Board President since January. Through her work with the local nonprofit, Halloran has been able to help provide behavioral health and…
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Bucks County School Board Hosts Spirit Week To Raise Funds With Local Cancer Survivor
A young cancer survivor recently collaborated with a Bucks County school district to raise money for cancer research. Sara Harvey was diagnosed with Retinoblastoma at a young age back in 2014. As a result, her eye had to be surgically removed to prevent the cancer from spreading. Last year, she approached the Neshaminy School District…
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Looking to Catch Up On Your Shots? This Yardley Middle School Has You Covered
For those looking to stay on top of their shots for the cold and flu season, one Bucks County school is offering them later this month. Charles Boehm Middle School, located in Lower Makefield Township, will be hosting a drive through flu clinic on Oct. 22. Senator Steve Santarsiero is organizing the event and will…
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