Latest News
PAH Update
Posted on November 18, 2020 in Latest News
At Punxsutawney Area Hospital, the health and safety of our patients, families, and our staff members is our top priority. We are closely monitoring the impact of COVID-19 and are committed to providing comprehensive care and support while also lowering the risk of transmission among our patients and staff members.
PA Department of Health Provides Great Resource
Posted on November 13, 2020 in Latest News
COVID-19 Patient instructions for self- isolation while awaiting laboratory results.
The Board of Directors of Punxsutawney Area Hospital and Indiana Regional Medical Center
Posted on November 10, 2020 in Latest News
The Board of Directors of Punxsutawney Area Hospital and Indiana Regional Medical Center are pleased to announce they have entered into a definitive agreement effective November 1, 2020 establishing Pennsylvania Mountains Health Cares Network (PMCN) as the parent organization with governance control over both hospital organizations.
The Board of Directors of Punxsutawney Area Hospital and Indiana Regional Medical Center - Read More
Suffering from Nasal Obstruction?
Posted on October 20, 2020 in Latest News
Sprays, medications, home remedies—you may feel like you’ve tried it all. Until now, solutions for your nasal obstruction and chronic rhinitis often meant surgery or ongoing medications. Aerin Medical provides effective and affordable non-invasive procedures that are clinically proven to help you find lasting relief for your runny or stuffy nose. So you can get back to living life.
Non- Symptomatic Testing
Posted on October 02, 2020 in Latest News
Are you non-symptomatic but need a Covid-19 test to travel or to return to work ?
2020 Multiphasic Blood Screening Postponed
Posted on September 22, 2020 in Latest News
Ensuring the safety of attendees, volunteers, and staff, as well as following all mandates and guidelines from the Pennsylvania Department of Health is the top priority.
41st Annual Trunzo Golf Outing
Posted on August 06, 2020 in Latest News
Punxsutawney Area Hospital cordially invites you to join us at the Punxsutawney Country Club on Thursday, August 20th for our 41st annual Dr. F. J. Trunzo Memorial Golf Outing.
Visitor Policy Update
Posted on July 27, 2020 in Latest News
Visitors, who have traveled outside of the state to the states identified by the Pennsylvania Department of Health as high risk areas within the last 14 days, will not be permitted to enter the facility.
Effective Immediately
Posted on July 16, 2020 in Latest News
Visitors, who have traveled outside of the state to the states identified by the Pennsylvania Department of Health as high risk areas within the last 14 days, will not be permitted to enter the facility.
The Punxsutawney Area Hospital Home Health Care Agency
Posted on July 16, 2020 in Latest News
The Punxsutawney Area Hospital Home Health Care Agency has been recognized by Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP) as a “Superior Performer” for achieving an overall patient satisfaction score that ranked in the top 20% of all eligible SHP clients for the 2019 calendar year. This is the third consecutive year for this honor.
The Punxsutawney Area Hospital Home Health Care Agency - Read More
Local Business gets Creative to Raise Fund for PPE
Posted on June 23, 2020 in Latest News
Punxsy Perk raised funds for Punxsutawney Area Hospital by selling ‘do it yourself’ at home donut decorating kits.
Local Business gets Creative to Raise Fund for PPE - Read More
Dr. Mazen Hasan Treats First Patient with the UroLift® System
Posted on June 11, 2020 in Latest News
Dr. Hasan today announced that their first patient has been treated with the UroLift® System, a proven, minimally invasive approach to treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2013, the UroLift System is designed to relieve symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate, while preserving sexual function.
Dr. Mazen Hasan Treats First Patient with the UroLift® System - Read More
Support PAH with Amazon Smile!
Posted on June 09, 2020 in Latest News
AmazonSmile is a simple way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. Choose the Punxsutawney Area Hospital as your charity to donate to!
June is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month
Posted on June 08, 2020 in Latest News
June is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month
PAH Entrance Updates
Posted on May 29, 2020 in Latest News
When you come to the Punxsutawney Area Hospital Campus, you will see some new directional signage as you drive up Hillcrest Drive. For some of the services at PAH, you will be asked to use a different entrance then historically used.
PAH Updated Visitor Policy
Posted on May 29, 2020 in Latest News
We’re continuing to update our visitor guidelines for the health and safety of our patients and team members.
Q&A with the COVID-19 Planning Team
Posted on May 21, 2020 in Latest News
Jefferson County is currently operating under a phase yellow. This has more residents getting back to work and getting out of their houses. Balancing economic benefits and public health risks, Governor Tom Wolf announced the reopening of 24 counties in the northwest and north-central regions of the state, moving them from red to yellow.
National Hospital Week
Posted on May 09, 2020 in Latest News
National Hospital Week is celebrated annually to highlight the adage of every hospital, health system, and person involved in keeping our communities healthy.
Rapid Care Office set to open on May 11th
Posted on May 04, 2020 in Latest News
The hospital is excited to announce that the Rapid Care Walk In Clinic will be open for walk in visits starting Monday, May 11th.
The Latest Guidance
Posted on May 02, 2020 in Latest News
All 67 counties in Pennsylvania are under a Stay at Home Order through May 8. All of Pennsylvania is currently in the red phase. Beginning at 12:01 a.m., Friday, May 8, 24 counties will move from red to yellow.
Hospital leadership participates in planning sessions
Posted on April 24, 2020 in Latest News
We will be populating our surgical schedule beginning May 11th for a ‘back to normal operation’”, announced Dr. Kyle Lingenfelter, Chief of Surgery at the Punxsutawney Area Hospital.
Hospital leadership participates in planning sessions - Read More
Testing and Masking Questions Answered
Posted on April 20, 2020 in Latest News
During the current time of uncertainty-- information and policies are changing daily on two major topics: testing and masking. The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is actively educating staff and community members regarding these two topics as it relates to our individual and community health efforts.
Recommendations from PA Governor Wolf
Posted on April 14, 2020 in Latest News
On April 3, Governor Wolf recommended that all Pennsylvanians wear a mask if they must leave their homes.
Lending A Helping Hand
Posted on April 13, 2020 in Latest News
The Punxsutawney Area Hospital Food Service Manager, Ron Burkhardt, has been lending an extra helping hand to fellow coworkers. Since the beginning of April, the cafeteria has been offering a limited selection of grocery and food items for hospital employees to purchase.
PAH Receives Donations
Posted on April 07, 2020 in Latest News
PAH was presented with a $2,000 donation for PPE.
Testing for COVID-19
Posted on April 06, 2020 in Latest News
Many community residents are asking: What’s going on with COVID 19 testing in Punxsutawney?
Stress & COVID-19
Posted on April 02, 2020 in Latest News
Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations. How you respond to the outbreak can depend on your background, the things that make you different from other people, and the community you live in.
Punxsutawney Area Hospital set to begin Video Visits
Posted on March 26, 2020 in Latest News
Video Visits and telemedicine allow health care professionals to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients at a distance using telecommunications technology.
Punxsutawney Area Hospital set to begin Video Visits - Read More
Punxsutawney Area Hospital’s CEO Weighs in on COVID 19
Posted on March 24, 2020 in Latest News
No one is busier these days than Punxsutawney Area Hospital CEO, Daniel Blough. As one of Pennsylvania hospital’s most seasoned executives, we took a few minutes to ask him some questions that our community is asking.
Punxsutawney Area Hospital’s CEO Weighs in on COVID 19 - Read More
Ask the Provider
Posted on March 23, 2020 in Latest News
The Punxsutawney Area Hospital is excited to announce a new social media initiative- Ask the Provider. Sounds intriguing right?
Visitor Restrictions at PAH
Posted on March 23, 2020 in Latest News
Punxsutawney Area Hospital is committed to the health, safety and well-being of the communities we serve. In doing so, we will be limiting the number of people in our facility through the following visitation restrictions, effective Saturday March 21, 2020, until further notice.
Sign Up for our E-Newsletter
Posted on March 23, 2020 in Latest News
Sign up for the Punxsutawney Area Hospital E-Newsletter. We look forward to providing you with useful and informative information about the hospital and current medical topics.
COVID- 19 Call Center
Posted on March 23, 2020 in Latest News
Punxsutawney Area Hospital is committed to providing the community with up to date information regarding COVID- 19. For general information visit www.cdc.gov or www.health.pa.gov.
Achoo or the Flu?
Posted on December 04, 2019 in Latest News
Though it tends to coincide with many fall and winter holidays, no one looks forward to flu season. But how can you tell the difference between a case of the sniffles and something more serious?
Cancer Care on Our Campus
Posted on December 04, 2019 in Latest News
With the recent announcement of the closure of the Allegany Health Network Cancer Unit at our facility as of December 1,of 2019, the Punxsutawney Area Hospital is pleased to inform you that we will be continuing cancer care on our campus.
Punxsutawney Area Hospital Recognized by The Chartis Center for Rural Health as a 2019 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital
Posted on December 04, 2019 in Latest News
Punxsutawney Area Hospital in Punxsutawney, PA announced it has been named one of the Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals in the United States by The Chartis Center for Rural Health.