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Knowing the Difference: Express Care Vs Emergency Rooms

Have you ever been in a situation where you had to determine if you needed to head to either the emergency room or an express care facility? Most of us have probably been in this exact situation one time or another and have thought about which option is the best.  Listed below are a few…

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PHN Podcast: LGBTQ+ Mental Health Concerns

  PHN Chief Executive Officer Dr. George Garrow is joined by Brenda Bacich, LPC at Primary Health Network, to discuss LGBTQ+ and Mental Health. Dr. Garrow and Brenda discuss the following topics: What is LGBTQ+? How to access Mental Health services? What are the stigmas that the LGBTQ+ community face? What types of resources are…

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Fourth of July Flag Cake

Old Glory has never looked this tasty! With this recipe, you’ll be sure to fall in love with the refreshing lightness of this honey whipped cream frosting, but you certainly can’t go wrong with a classic vanilla buttercream if you so choose. Either way, this recipe will bring all the red, white, and blue that…

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Mental Health and Your Sleep

The saying, “They woke up on the wrong side of the bed,” has some truth behind it. Sleep is very much connected to mental and emotional health and has been linked to depression, anxiety, and other conditions. Mental health conditions tend to make it harder to sleep for some, and we know poor sleep, including…

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PA OH Give Week

DONATE HERE! Giving Week—a virtual giving event that runs from June 18th–June 24th and is hosted by the Community Foundation of Western PA and Eastern OH. The objective of this week is to help local nonprofits like PHN Charitable Foundation (PHNCF) who are working to make a difference in their communities. In order to better…

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Chicken & Goat Cheese Skillet

This chicken and goat cheese skillet delivers a simple but flavorful flavor to the table. You will not be disappointed if you try this dish. Ingredients: 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 teaspoons of olive oil 1 cup fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces…

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Tips on Saving Money at the Grocery Store

Recent price changes have impacted American consumers. With inflation at its highest level in forty years, consumers are looking for ways to cut back on their grocery spending, especially since it feels like there is no end in sight to these price increases. Here are a few tips on how to shop during these times:…

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Lemon And Garlic Potatoes

This potato recipe will give a simple side dish a little zing. Ingredients: 1 pound of small red potatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper Directions: Cut scrubbed potatoes into wedges and place them in a large saucepan….

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Summer Safety Tips

Summer Safety

Summer is a season for having fun in the sun, but you want to make sure that you and your family are as safe and healthy as possible. Heat stroke and food poisoning, drowning, allergic responses, heat-related illnesses, sunburns, and travel stress are all severe concerns that might accompany the warm summer days. It’s not…

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Cornbread Salad

Try out this cornbread salad to add some flavor to your Memorial Day picnic. Your guests will be satisfied with all the layers of flavors! Ingredients: 4 plum tomatoes, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Kosher salt 1 cup sour cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise 2 scallions, minced Juice of 1/2…

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