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Richard Silverman of South Whitehall Township objected, but his wife, Janet, called 9-1-1 anyway when he had heart attack symptoms. More >>

She Survives an Aneurysm

Tawana Gordon of Allentown receives leading-edge coiling treatment.
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Q: My mom has difficulty keeping her balance. I'm worried she may fall at home. Do elderly people often have balance problems?

A: Yes. Falls are the number one reason our trauma doctors see patients over age 55. There are many reasons elderly people become dizzy or lose their balance. more >>

Q: I've been diagnosed with heart failure. How do I care for it?

A: Heart failure is a disease in which the heart muscle gets progressively weaker and becomes unable to pump effectively enough to meet the body's need for blood and oxygen. more >>

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Healthy You

Preterm Births on the Rise

Causes are still being explored, but prematurity can have long-term impact
• When Baby Comes Early

Myths and Truths About Suicide

It’s a taboo subject, but the reality affects thousands of families
• Suicide in the Military
• Resources for People Coping With Suicide
• Suicide Risk Factors and Warning Signs

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Breaking News

Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network and Sacred Heart Hospital Announce Agreement

Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network (LVHN) and Sacred Heart Hospital (SHH) today announced they agreed to consider new, major strategic initiatives as part of the organizations’ initial discussions for working together.More >>

LVHHN Nurses and Other Caregivers are Honored with Friends of Nursing Awards During National Nurses Week

"Our caregivers are the reason Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network stands out among other hospitals for patient and family care," says Terry Capuano, R.N., LVHHN's senior vice president of clinical services. More >>

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