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Maintaining Your Independence: A Doctor’s View on Palliative and Hospice Care

Maintaining Your Independence: A Doctor’s View on Palliative and Hospice Care As a doctor in our community, I spend a lot of time talking with patients just like you. I know that hearing words like "palliative care" or "hospice" can feel frightening. Many of us worry that these words mean we are giving up or losing our independence. I want to assure you that the exact opposite is true. These services are actually about taking... Read More »

LECOM Behavioral Health, Barber National Institute Take Coordinated Action to Strengthen Services

ERIE, Pa. (April 13, 2026) – Barber National Institute and LECOM Behavioral Health announced today a coordinated realignment of behavioral health services, under which Barber National Institute will integrate select behavioral health services into its existing children, youth, and adult programs, while LECOM Behavioral Health will expand its role to continue community‑based behavioral health services currently provided by Barber National Institute, ensuring individuals and families have a clear path to care. Guided by Barber National... Read More »

What to Know About Nosebleeds

Nosebleeds, although common, can be frightening to experience. Fortunately, most are easily treated and require no medical intervention. Many people, however, incorrectly treat nosebleeds, so the next time you or your child experiences one, consider these tips for treatment and prevention. The first thing to know about nosebleeds is that there are two types - anterior and posterior, says Dr. Kirk Steehler, DO, an osteopathic ear, nose, and throat specialist from Erie, PA Anterior nosebleeds...Read More »

Microwaves and Plastics: How to Safely Re-Heat Your Leftovers

Plastics play a crucial role in our kitchens. From storing to serving, there are numerous ways our food comes in contact with plastic everyday. The question is: are all these interactions safe? When it comes to heating our food in microwaves, the answer is potentially, no. When certain types of plastic are heated in the microwave, the substances and chemicals used in the manufacturing of the plastic can leak into your food, explains Robert J....Read More »

Should Your Child Be Vaccinated?

With the rash of unfounded claims about the risks of vaccination, many parents are rethinking its necessity. Are vaccines really safe? Are they even necessary in the modern world? Here's what you need to know about vaccinating your child. First, parents need to know that vaccines save lives, explains Kim M. Schoeffel, DO, an osteopathic pediatrician from Bradenton, FL According to Dr. Schoeffel, the use of vaccinations has been one of the biggest medical breakthroughs...Read More »

The Raw Facts About Raw Milk

As more families try to avoid processed foods, raw milk is becoming a popular alternative to pasteurized milk. With its supposed nutritional benefits, raw milk may seem to be the healthier option, but there are risk factors that need to be taken into account. To figure out which type of milk your family should be drinking, make sure to consider both the potential benefits and dangers of drinking your milk raw. Raw, or unpasteurized, milk...Read More »

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