QUESTION: Why should I ask my doctor about a Cardiac Perfusion Study?

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A cardiac PET scan is the newest version of a cardiac stress test. Also called a cardiac PET PERFUSION study, it allows your cardiologist to determine if your heart muscle is receiving adequate blood flow and if that blood flow is evenly distributed. The Cardiac PET scan is far superior to the present stress testing … Continued

Give to the Ronald McDonald House!

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By Brianna Siciliano The holiday season is known as the time of giving. It always feels incredible knowing that the gifts you give make others happy. Wouldn’t it be great to know that this winter, you could change a family’s life? Wouldn’t it be great to help an ill child and his or her family … Continued

Celebrating Our 25th Season & Inspiring Christmas Traditions

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The Keris Family invites you and your family to visit their Christmas Tree Farm and specialty Christmas Shop this season. On the 24-acre evergreen farm, choose and cut your own fresh tree from thousands of Douglas, Concolor, White Pine. For your convenience we offer a selection of pre-cut Fraser Fir. Starting November 22nd we encourage … Continued

QUESTION: Is my smart phone hurting me?

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In today’s busy world, the smart phone is king. People wait in line for weeks just to have the newest and latest iPhone. We barely use our phones to talk anymore. The average 10-24 year old sends over 2000 texts per month and receives over 1800. With the popularity of social media apps like Facebook, … Continued

A Fun Approach to Teaching Music to Kids

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By Susan Heckler Are you considering encouraging your child to play a musical instrument? No matter what instrument, there are benefits that you may not be aware of and should be considering. There is evidence that musicians have organizationally and functionally different brains than non-musicians. If you think about it, when you play an instrument … Continued

QUESTION: My child has a concussion – now what do I do?

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The incidence of concussion in youth sports continues to rise, and parents are often left with trying to navigate the process on their own. The highest incidence rate occurs in football, boys’ ice hockey, girls’ soccer and boys’ lacrosse but other sports are not immune. Unfortunately most parents get their initial education about the concussion … Continued

QUESTION: Why does my jaw ache in the morning? Sometimes it makes a popping sound when I open and close my mouth.

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You may be grinding your teeth in your sleep. This can be caused by stress, although it can also be caused by sleep disorders or mechanical issues with your teeth such as misalignment. The technical term for this is bruxism. It is not good for your overall dental health. Mild grinding doesn’t generally doesn’t need treatment. If … Continued

Parents, Antibiotics Aren’t Always the Answer

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By Brianna Siciliano Antibiotics do not fight infections caused by viruses like colds, flu, most sore throats, bronchitis, and many sinus and ear infections. Instead, symptom relief might be the best treatment option for viral infections. Get smart about when antibiotics are needed—to fight bacterial infections. When you use antibiotics appropriately, you do the best … Continued

All Things Agriculture with Allentown’s FFA Chapter

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By Brianna Siciliano The National FFA Organization was organized in 1928 in Kansas City as the “Future Farmers of America,” but the name eventually changed to The National FFA Organization to reflect the broadening field of agriculture, which now encompasses over 300 careers including everything from agriscience to turf grass management to biotechnology.  Currently, the … Continued

Open-Up Your Heart to a Kind-Hearted Horse

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By Brianna Siciliano Do you have a deep admiration for horses? Are you seeking a horse for relaxing trail rides, a show ribbon winner, an athletic champion, or a fantastic new family member to make you smile? If so, you need to take some time to learn more about the Standardbred Retirement Foundation! The Standardbred … Continued