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Understanding and treating rosacea

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition, mainly affecting the face, that causes redness, swelling, pain and changes in appearance. It is estimated that more than 16 million people in the United States have rosacea, according to the National Rosacea Society (NRS), but only about 1 million are ...

Penn Highlands Walk of Hope targeting all forms of cancer

Penn Highlands Healthcare will host the Lois Orange Ducoeur Walk of Hope on Saturday, Sept. 12, at Palmer Park (Pavilion No. 1) in Donora. Registration and check-in will begin at 9 a.m., with the walk kicking off at 10. Every dollar raised from the event goes directly to Penn Highlands Mon ...

Fermented food trending

Fermented foods are trending, but experts say they are not all the same. They're a staple of cultural food traditions worldwide and research shows they're healthy. Experts say to eat whole fermented foods, including yogurt, kimchi and tempeh. There aren't clear recommendations on how often to ...

Take advantage of okra to make pillowy pancakes

Okra can be a polarizing vegetable due to its slimy seeds. But Southern chef and cookbook author Vivian Howard embraces okra and aims to change minds with her recipes. The okra fritters recipe in her cookbook "Deep Run Roots" uses the slime to bind the batter. These fritters are a cross between ...

Winterize your home before cold weather strikes

It’s not uncommon to spend a lot of time out of the house when the weather outside is warm. The popularity of outdoor living spaces has made it easier than ever to enjoy nature without leaving home, which can generally be done from late spring to mid-fall each year in many regions. But as ...