Health Works

Guest Meredith Hellstern, MD, FAAP, medical director WMCHC Pediatric Services discusses how to keep our families safe this summer. From protecting against sunburn to staying cool in the heat and safety around water. Listen and learn about safety guidelines and tips. Visit:  HealthyChildren.org - From the American Academy of Pediatrics  or  Prevent Childhood Injuries – Safe Kids Pennsylvania  Need...

Guest Brian W. Dulay, Deputy Fire Chief Hose Co. 1, Honesdale Fire Department shares important fire safety tips for the July 4th weekend, including fireworks, barbecue precautions, brush burning, and more. In case of an emergency, dial 911. Visit the PA State Police website at  Fireworks FAQ (pa.gov)  for more information on firework rules in PA.

Guests Josh VanFleet, program manager and Tina Fawcett, community support supervisor, Step by Step, Inc. discusses programs that service individuals with intellectual/developmental disorders, mental health challenges, and behavioral health services for children. Listen and learn how Step by Step assists and helps these individuals in our community. For more information visit  Step by Step, INC.  o...

Guest Rebecca Rybak, coordinator Northeast Highway Safety Program discusses safety tips for bike riding, ATVs, car travel and more. Listen and learn about the new Paul Miller's law on hand free driving in PA. For more safety information visit:  Home | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania  ,  Traffic Injury Prevention Project (TIPP) – Traffic Safety for Children – Child Passenger Safety in PA  or  Prev...

Guest Stephen Fish, paramedic and operation manager for Cottage Hose Ambulance explains the basics of CPR and AEDs. Tune in to learn how you can help save a life in an emergency. For more information on CPR trainings visit:  American Heart Association CPR and First Aid ,   Red Cross CPR Training  or contact your local fire or ambulance department. 

Guest Erika Collins, WMH human resources recruiter discusses the opportunities for employment at WMH. Walk into WMH HR office, located at 500 Park Street Honesdale on the Wednesdays in June, from 10 am - 3 pm. Listen and learn about the opportunities available. Visit  Working at WMH | Hospital Jobs | Honesdale PA | Wayne Memorial Hospital  for more information or call 570-251-6539. 

Guest Michele Churney, RN, BSN, MSN, manager of outpatient services and stroke program discusses Wayne Memorial Hospital's Certified Primary Stroke Center. Listen to how WMH aligns with the guidelines and learn about signs, symptoms, risk factors and prevention. BEFAST - learn the signs Visit  American Stroke Association  for more information. 

Wayne County Penn State Extension - Guests Chelsea Hill, livestock educator and Jess Scull, 4H educator discusses the master gardeners, master preserver and 4H programs. Listen and learn about many other programs, subjects, and resources available through Penn State Extension. Open Monday - Friday at 648 Park Street Honesdale or call 570-616-0880 for more information. Visit https://extension.psu.e...

Guest Susie Kasper, National Park Services park ranger at Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River discusses water safety and hazards on the river. Life jackets save lives, listen and learn about causes and signs to look for if someone is drowning.  Visit:  NPS.gov Homepage (U.S. National Park Service)  or  https://facebook.com/updeNPS  for more information.

Guests Katie Haytko, WMCHC executive assistant and Marie Diehl, WMH public relations specialist invites the community to this free event happening on Friday, May 16th from 4 - 7 PM at Honesdale Central Park. The events will include 19 health and wellness vendors and resources, family fun activities, raffle prizes, and more. For more information visit www.wmchc.net 

Guest Chandra Roberts, BSN, MHA, RN,   Chief Nursing and Patient Care Officer at WMH discusses this year themes -  The Power of Nurses  and  Care, Lead, Inspire and Repeat -  which represents the nursing department at WMH. WMH thanks all staff for their hard work, listen and learn about WMH. Visit wmh.org for more information. 

Guest Dave Hartung, Wayne County System of Care discusses the upcoming Self-Care Day, free to all community members. In celebration of mental health awareness month, this 3rd annual event will have activities, information and resources for all. Visit  System of Care | Wayne County, PA  for details.

Guests Dave Hartung, WC integrative service specialist and Clarissa Wimmers, WC pantry coordinator discusses services offered by the pantry, the Farms to Families Fund, and volunteer opportunities. For more information visit  Food Pantry Program | Wayne County, PA  or call 570-253-4262. 

Guest Kathy Neenan, OTR, Wayne Memorial Hospital Rehab Services discusses this year's theme,  Inspiring Hope, Changing Lives.  Listen and learn how WMH's OTs applies this theme for patients through their continuum of care. Visit wmh.org or call WMH Outpatient Rehab Services at 570-253-7322.

Guest Amanda Masters, director of programming at The Cooperage Project shares the great line up of topics and presenters for this year's symposium. An event for women, devoted to a day filled with health and happiness, energy, tranquility and more. For more information or to register call Jean Tuttle at 570-253-8990. 

Guest Barbara Chopyk, LCSW, Hamlin Family Health Center WMCHC, discusses the impact of sleep on our health. Listen and learn about REM sleep, sleep hygiene, and ways to improve one's sleep. Visit  American Psychological Association (APA)  or  Sleep Medicine | Sleep Disorders Center | Wayne Memorial Hospital  for more information.

Guest Ericka Thaxton, medical advocate for Victim’s Intervention Program, (VIP) discusses services available for individuals, families and friends who are victims of domestic violence, and sexual assault. Listen and learn about the upcoming Medical Advocacy Conference and ways to support VIP’s mission. VIP’s services are always free, confidential and available 24/7. Call 570-253-4401 or visit  Hel...

Join Wayne Memorial Hospital's social workers, Mary Burgio LSW, manager, Megan O'Rourke LSW, Jackie Moase LSW, Meagan Oliveras LSW, and Jill White LSW, CGC, as they discuss the many roles of a social worker at WMH. Listen and learn how they connect patients and their families with services, resources and support systems. For more information call WMH social work department at 570-253-8383...

Guest Lori Wood, RDH, PHDHP, CDHC, dental hygienist, WMCHC Together for Health Dental Center, discusses benefits of good oral health. Listen and learn about oral health needs, community outreach, new dental providers and more. For more information visit  Together for Health Dental Center | (570) 251-6534 | Honesdale PA

Guests Mary Beth Nogan, MS, RDN, LDN, WMH Nutrition Services and Molly Repecki, Marywood University nutrition intern, discusses this year's theme,  Food Connects Us.  Listen and learn how Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) play a critical role in helping people understand the connection between the foods individuals and communities eat, and how these foods impact health throughout life. For...

Guest Joseph Laureti, MD, cardiologist at Wayne Memorial Physician Specialty Clinic discusses ways to protect your heart. Heart disease can be silent, listen and learn about the importance of routine primary care checkups, blood pressure control, how smoking causes heart disease and more. Need a cardiologist, call WM Cardiology at 570-253-8601 or visit wmh.org. 

Cancer Awareness Month - Guest Laura Toole, LCSW, executive vice president Northeast Regional Cancer Institute discusses programs and resources available through NRCI and the collaboration with Wayne Memorial Hospital and Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers. For more information visit  Northeast Regional Cancer Institute  or call 570-904-8808.

Guest Danielle Mangan, middle school counselor, Wallenpaupack Area School District shares details on the upcoming presentation, sponsored by WC Drug & Alcohol Commission, happening on Wednesday, March 26th at WAHS. All parents and guardians in our community are welcome to attend and learn about the impact of technology on children, from toddlers to college students.  For more information or to...

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month - Guest Debbie Cosentino, LPC, TF-CBT, Certified Play Therapist, Children’s Program Manager Victims’ Intervention Program of Wayne & Pike Counties discusses how to build a healthy teen relationship, and services VIP provides to teens and adults. Learn about warning signs and where to go for help. For more information visit:  Helping Victims of Violence in W...

Guests Sally Wasylyk, president FHTRC, Jacilyn Fritsch and Shannon Fox, directors for the Stable Moments program discusses equine assisted services for individuals with disabilities. Listen and learn about the Stable Moments program and the use of horses to help individuals with both mental, emotional and physical challenges. For more information on programs, becoming a mentor or volunteer, visit ...