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Jared Box Project Donation

Posted on September 29, 2024 in Latest News

For more than 20 years Jared Boxes have delivered countless smiles, laughter and hope to children in hospitals across the country.

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Women's Health Fair

Posted on September 29, 2024 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is excited to host the annual Women’s Health Fair on Wednesday, October 23rd from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital.

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A New Collaboration

Posted on August 22, 2024 in Latest News

This year the race is being sponsored by the Punxsutawney Rails to Trails Association and the Punxsutawney Area Hospital Foundation.

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Punxsutawney Area Hospital is partnering with SAFE-T System (Sexual Assault Telehealth System) to enhance sexual assault care in the region.

Posted on July 11, 2024 in Latest News

"We are excited to partner with SAFE-T -System to bring top quality sexual assault care to victims who seek help at our hospital." Paula Spack, Vice President of Patient Care Services said.

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Pennsylvania Mountains Care Network and ACMH Hospital Formally Announce Affiliation

Posted on July 01, 2024 in Latest News

Having completed a series of regulatory and third-party notices and approvals, the affiliation between Armstrong County Memorial Hospital (ACMH) and Pennsylvania Mountains Care Network (PMCN) has been formally consummated as of July 1st,2024.

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PAH Partners with IUP

Posted on June 25, 2024 in Latest News

IUP, Punxsutawney Area Hospital Sign Clinical Training Affiliation Agreement for IUP Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine Students

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Blood Screening Registration is Now Open

Posted on May 23, 2024 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital and the Punxsutawney Rotary Club are gearing up for the Annual Multiphasic Blood Screening. The two dates for the screening are Saturday, July 13th and Saturday, July 20th. Both screenings will be held at the Punxsutawney High School, which is located at 500 North Findley Street.

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CARE Award Recognizes

Posted on May 21, 2024 in Latest News

The first CARE Award Recipient was announced at the National Hospital Week Kick Off Event on Monday, May 13th.

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DAISY Award Recipient announced:

Posted on May 19, 2024 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital honored Melissa Sturrock, as a DAISY Award recipient.

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Emergency Department & Outpatient Project

Posted on April 20, 2024 in Latest News

Please join us for the groundbreaking of this exciting expansion and renovation project. The program will begin promptly at 3 p.m. with a brief oration. Light appetizers and beverages to follow the ceremony. Any questions, please contact: [email protected] or call 814-938-1827.

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Concussions Seminar

Posted on April 06, 2024 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is continuing the Wellness Connections 2024 series with a Concussion Seminar that will be held on Tuesday, April 16th at 6 p.m. at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital.

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PAH is Preparing for the First CARE Award Recipient

Posted on March 08, 2024 in Latest News

The CARE Award Recognition program was established at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital to promote and highlight the extraordinary efforts of members of our workforce. PAH recognizes that being a successful organization and providing the best care possible to our patients is a collaborative effort.

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ACMH Hospital Announces Affiliation Agreement with Pennsylvania Mountains Care Network (PMCN)

Posted on March 06, 2024 in Latest News

Pennsylvania Mountains Care Network (PMCN) proudly announces that a definitive agreement has been signed with Armstrong County Memorial Hospital (ACMH).

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We need your Feedback!

Posted on February 27, 2024 in Latest News

Punxsutawney Area Hospital is currently in the process of conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment.

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PAH Primary Care & Pediatric Office

Posted on February 16, 2024 in Latest News

The Open House will take place on Wednesday, March 20th between 4 p.m.- 6 p.m. on the PAH campus. The offices for Primary Care and Pediatrics are located in the Medical Arts Building, which can be accessed by using entrance 3, the Rapid Care Entrance. Child are encouraged to attend with their loved ones, not only will they have the opportunity to meet these providers, but they can participate in a free Egg Hunt as well. RSVP’s are not required to attend and attendees can come at any point between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.

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Heart Disease Educational Seminar

Posted on February 15, 2024 in Latest News

February is American Heart Month, a time when all people are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health.

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The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is excited to announce the newest DAISY Award Recipient

Posted on February 05, 2024 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is excited to announce the newest DAISY Award Recipient, Alicia Hawk, RN.

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Punxsutawney Area Hospital Awards Bid for $18.2 million Construction Project

Posted on January 23, 2024 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is pleased to announce Hallstrom Construction, Inc. as the awardee of the extensive Emergency Department Expansion and Outpatient Service Renovation Project.

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Cervical Cancer Educational Seminar

Posted on January 15, 2024 in Latest News

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. The Punxsutawney Area Hospital would like to encourage women in our community to make their health a priority and be an example for others by being proactive.

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Nondiscrimination Statement

Posted on December 11, 2023 in Latest News

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New Mobility and Patient Handling Program

Posted on November 10, 2023 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is excited to announce the start of a new mobility and patient handling program called Safe Steps.

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The Punxsutawney Area Hospital Foundation

Posted on September 29, 2023 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital has been providing care for the community for more than 135 years. The mission of the Punxsutawney Area Hospital is to provide high quality, cost effective, primary healthcare and coordinate care for patients requiring secondary and tertiary services.

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Punxsutawney Home Health Care receives National Award

Posted on September 07, 2023 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is proud to announce the Punxsutawney Home Health Agency has received the rating as a Superior Performer for the 2022 year by the national Strategic Healthcare Program. Punxsutawney Home Health Agency has achieved a top ranking for the past 5 consecutive years of the program.

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DAISY Award Recipient

Posted on August 29, 2023 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is excited to announce the newest DAISY Award Recipient, Patti Dinsmore. The DAISY award is part of a national nursing recognition program called the DAISY Foundation. An acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System, The DAISY Foundation was formed in November 1999, by the family of J. Patrick Barnes who died at age 33 of complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). The nursing care Patrick received when hospitalized profoundly touched his family. Today, DAISY proudly honors nurses wherever they practice, in whatever role they serve, and throughout their careers- from nursing student through lifetime achievement. The mission of the DAISY Foundation is to express gratitude to nurses that recognize them for the extraordinary compassionate, skillful care they provide patients and families. By honoring compassionate nurses, DAISY reinforces the importance of compassion in healthcare.

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PAH recognizes National Breastfeeding Month

Posted on August 10, 2023 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital recognizes August as National Breastfeeding Month. The Punxsutawney Area Hospital provides breastfeeding support services with a team of trained professional that are able to assist mothers on their breastfeeding journey.

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Migraine and Headache Seminar

Posted on June 05, 2023 in Latest News

Thursday, June 8th at 6 p.m. in the West Wing Conference Room at PAH.

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The Compassion Closet

Posted on April 26, 2023 in Latest News

The Compassion Closet was born out of a strong desire to return patients to the community with not only improved health but restored dignity.

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Plans underway for National Hospital Week 2023

Posted on April 17, 2023 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is getting ready to celebrate National Hospital Week which is held annually to recognize employees for their dedication and commitment as well as interact with their communities

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What is AblePay?

Posted on February 17, 2023 in Latest News

Learn more about AblePay here!

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PAH at Groundhog Day

Posted on February 15, 2023 in Latest News

Another Groundhog Day is in the books. Punxsutawney Area Hospital assisted the festivities at Gobbler’s Knob by providing free services for attendees. The famous Seer of Seers draws people from all over the world and PAH was proud to be a part of the festivities.

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Policy Statement Nondiscrimination

Posted on December 09, 2022 in Latest News

The policy statement was reaffirmed by the Board of Directors of Punxsutawney Area Hospital at its regular monthly meeting held on December 2022.

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Punxsutawney Area Hospital was Awarded ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group

Posted on December 05, 2022 in Latest News

Punxsutawney Area Hospital received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group. This national distinction celebrates PAH’s achievements in protecting hospital patients from preventable harm and errors.

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Punxsutawney Area Hospital obtains state-of-the-art anesthesia machine

Posted on November 17, 2022 in Latest News

A new, state-of-the art anesthesia machine, A5 Advantage, has arrived to the PAH campus. Delivered earlier this month by Mindray North America, a division of a world-wide manufacturer and supplier of medical devices, this state- of –the-art unit offers modular scalability with enhanced functionality for effective care across a wide range of patient types, from neonate to bariatric

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The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is excited to announce the new Mobile Wellness Unit.

Posted on October 26, 2022 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is excited to announce the new Mobile Wellness Unit.

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Reflections of a CEO

Posted on September 13, 2022 in Latest News

Mr. Daniel Blough has been a fixture of the Punxsutawney Area Hospital for more than 40 years and retired effective September 9th. Mr. Blough and his colleagues were asked to reflect on his many years of service spent at PAH and his time devoted to the health care industry in our community.

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Punxsutawney Cancer Care Fund

Posted on August 15, 2022 in Latest News

A contribution to the Punxsutawney Area Cancer Care Fund is a donation that goes directly into the hands of area families in need. Battling cancer is difficult and knowing that the community is behind a project like this one is what defines true giving and support.

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Important Changes

Posted on July 25, 2022 in Latest News

If so, your plan might no longer be available in Jefferson County as of September 1. You will need to choose a new plan by August 16 or one will be automatically chosen for you.

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PAH participates in the DAISY Foundation

Posted on July 15, 2022 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is excited to announce their participation in the national nursing recognition program called the DAISY Foundation.

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Substantial/ High Transmission Level

Posted on May 05, 2022 in Latest News

The hospital is operating under a Pennsylvania Department of Health Substantial/ High Level One designated visitor per day, per patient.

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PAH plans to Celebrate National Hospital Week

Posted on April 28, 2022 in Latest News

In recognition of the American Hospital Association’s National Hospital Week, the healthcare community has an opportunity to pause and highlight its hospitals, health systems and healthcare workers, and the innovative ways they have supported the needs of their community members, especially during this pandemic. The Punxsutawney Area Hospital will be celebrating its commitment to the community and their dedicated staff throughout the week May 8th through May 14th. Activities for the staff include different appreciation events, an evening of bowling, a cornhole tournament, a employee work milestone luncheon, a scavenger hunt and trivia contest, and many other great activities.

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Virtual Job Fair

Posted on March 25, 2022 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital will be hosting two sessions of a Virtual Registered Nurse Job Fair. The dates of these two sessions are: Tuesday, March 29th starting at Noon and Wednesday, March 30th beginning at 6 p.m. The sessions will each take place using Zoom.

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Punxsutawney Area Hospital

Posted on March 16, 2022 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital has recently been named a Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital, for the fourth consecutive year. In addition to being named a Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital, PAH has received an addition distinguished honor for the 2022 year.

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Continued Commitment

Posted on February 15, 2022 in Latest News

Over two years since the start of the pandemic, the Punxsutawney Area Hospital continues to be committed to the safety of the community, staff, and patients.

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FDA Update:

Posted on January 26, 2022 in Latest News

Statement From: Patrizia Cavazzoni, M.D. Director - Center for Drug Evaluation and Research

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The Punxsutawney Area Hospital Expands Specialty Services

Posted on January 12, 2022 in Latest News

Our community needs are increasing for specialty care services, and PAH is committed to meeting those needs.

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Moderna Booster Clinic

Posted on November 01, 2021 in Latest News

The Punxsutawney Area Hospital will be holding a Moderna Booster Clinic on Saturday, November 6th from 12:30 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. on the Hospital campus.

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Honoring and Remembering

Posted on October 31, 2021 in Latest News

Thank you to all of the essential workers and may we all remember and honor those that we have lost.

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Annual Women's Health Fair

Posted on October 14, 2021 in Latest News

The Annual Women's Health Fair is being held virtually again this year. The Punxsutawney Area Hospital would like to invite you to explore the resources and reach out to any of the service lines for additional information.

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