The Pacemaker Q&A

How these tiny devices keep your heart beating steady

Is This Headache Serious?

Probably not, but you should know which symptoms signal trouble
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Q: I heard recently that breast self-exams don’t do any good. Is that true?

A: There was a study recently that generated a lot of media attention surrounding the usefulness of breast self-exams. more >>

Q: I’ve read news reports about Vytorin. Is it still effective to control my cholesterol?

A: Controversy surrounding the effectiveness of Vytorin arose when the results of the ENHANCE trial were published earlier this year. more >>

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New Education Initiative to Promote Hydrogen-Fueled Transportation

Lehigh Valley, Pa. (Oct. 6, 2008) – The Da Vinci Science Center recently introduced its hydrogen-fueled vehicle education initiative. The $2.4-million research and education project will demonstrate hydrogen's capacity as a safe, clean, and effective transportation fuel. more >>

LVHHN Cited as Top Hospital for Quality and Patient Safety

Washington, D.C. (Sept. 30, 2008) – The Leapfrog Group named LVH and LVH-Muhlenberg "Leapfrog Top Hospitals" for 2008. The list includes just 26 hospitals and seven children's hospitals nationwide out of 1,220 that responded to the Leapfrog Hospital Quality and Safety Survey. more >>

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Life Saved in 24 Minutes

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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Our Report to the Community

As a not-for-profit organization, we operate for the benefit of our community. More >>

IRS Form 990

Tax filing information about our not-for-profit hospital. More >>

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