News
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
FDA Update:
Posted on January 26, 2022 in Latest News
Statement From: Patrizia Cavazzoni, M.D. Director - Center for Drug Evaluation and Research
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.
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.
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.
PAH participates in Decon Training
Posted on September 30, 2021 in Latest News
Staff members of the Punxsutawney Area Hospital participated in a rigorous Decontamination Training on the campus of PAH.
Did you lose or misplace your Covid-19 Card?
Posted on September 02, 2021 in Latest News
Did you lose your CDC COVID-19 vaccine card? The PA DOH vaccination record, as well as the CDC vaccination card that individuals receive at the time of their vaccination, are both official proofs of vaccination.
PAH Welcomes New Surgeon
Posted on June 15, 2021 in Latest News
Punxsutawney Area Hospital is excited to announce Dr. Olga Zhadan as the newest member to the General Surgery Team. For more information about Dr. Olga Zhadan or to set up an appointment, contact the General Surgery office at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital by calling 814-938-7045.
What is Pennsylvania doing about Lyme disease?
Posted on June 02, 2021 in Latest News
Lyme disease affects thousands of Pennsylvanians each year.
Punxsutawney Community 2021 Multiphasic Blood Screenings
Posted on May 20, 2021 in Latest News
The very popular community blood-screening events held by the Punxsutawney Rotary Club and the Punxsutawney Area Hospital with its professional staff as medical providers are planned & registration is now open! The events will be held on Saturday, July 10th from 6:00 to 10:00AM and again on Saturday, July 17th from 6:00 to 9:30AM.
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Covid-19 Vaccine Survey
Posted on April 29, 2021 in Latest News
We need your feedback--please complete our survey!
PAH: One Year Post COVID-19
Posted on March 16, 2021 in Latest News
Throughout the course the past year, the health care industry has seen many changes. Covid-19 has affected the life and health of millions of people across the world.
IMPORTANT VACCINE UPDATE
Posted on February 10, 2021 in Latest News
Punxsutawney Area Hospital Covid 19 Phase 1A Vaccine Program This vaccine distribution process is being held under the guidance of the Pennsylvania Department of Health Vaccine Plan. No reservations are being accepted - there are no wait lists. This Vaccine Program is first come, first serve.
Vaccine Update
Posted on February 08, 2021 in Latest News
As of February 8th, we have not received notification of when we will be approved to receive more vaccines.
Vaccine Information
Posted on January 21, 2021 in Latest News
At this time, Punxsutawney Area Hospital has no Covid-19 vaccines for distribution. Community residents can check the hospitals website at pah.org and sign up for the email updates. When vaccines are available, the website will update that information and resources will be provided.
The Punxsutawney Area Hospital Vaccines First Responders
Posted on January 05, 2021 in Latest News
Throughout the course of the pandemic, first responders have been a part of managing the challenges created by the Covid-19 virus. The vaccine, a beacon of hope to potential normalcy, is being
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Vaccines are here.
Posted on December 24, 2020 in Latest News
Punxsutawney Area Hospital has received its first shipment of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, an important milestone for our community.
Update from the Punxsutawney Area Hospital
Posted on December 08, 2020 in Latest News
For many years, the Punxsutawney Area Hospital has served as the communities health care leaders and has provided necessary care to all residents, especially in times of crisis.
Updated Order for the PA Department of Health
Posted on December 01, 2020 in Latest News
Updated Order of the Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Health Requiring Universal Face Coverings