Say “Boo” to the flu! It's time to begin preparing for our systemwide flu vaccination program and for all employees to mark their calendars for their opportunities to receive a flu shot to be in compliance with this condition of employment. As was previously announced, beginning with the 2019 flu season, vaccination is mandatory for all employees with limited exemptions for medical or religious reasons. Excela Health has a stellar compliance rate each flu season, and we expect a similar response this year, too. To view the list of times and locations click here.
September 26, 2019
a fresh perspective on breast cancer awareness Join Excela Health to celebrate women and learn about breast cancer awareness through art and artistry of our physician/health care speakers. Due to the popularity among employees for the event in 2018, this year there will be a special employee-only event on October 30, at the Greensburg Country Club. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and the program will begin at 6 p.m. Guests will enjoy an artful presentation on Excela Health's perspective on cancer care and will paint their own fall-themed masterpiece using watercolors. Registration is $10 per person with 100% of the proceeds benefiting state-of-the-art technology for the advancement of breast care at Excela Health. Seating is limited, RSVP by October 19 here. For any questions please contact Laura Denner at ldenner@excelahealth.org. For more information click here. Attendees at last years event were able to create their own sunflowers to represent hope!
Help Welcome the Magnet Appraisers to Excela Health The time we have all been waiting for is finally here! On Monday, September 30, 7:30 a.m. the Magnet appraisers will be arriving! The appraisers have “read the book” now they are coming to “see the movie.” Please arrive promptly at 7:30 a.m. at Westmoreland Hospital Main Lobby/Front Circle to participate and line the sidewalks as they arrive via trolley.
12 hours of opportunity! During the month of October, Walk-In Wednesday hours will be extended from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.! Women will be able to walk-in to our mammography sites for their screening mammo. No appointment needed. No doctor’s orders needed. Looking to schedule your mammo? Click here.
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Vol. 2 Issue 39
Community EVENTS •
In The News Student Aides Helping Athletic Trainers on the Sidelines “They are our second set of eyes,” said Angie Snowberger, an Excela Health athletic trainer who works with the Norwin team. “If something happens, they can communicate to us immediately.” Excela Health Athletic Trainers Rachelle Naser, Allison Conley, and John Anderson all participated in student aide programs at their local high schools. Read more: http://bit.ly/2lUlWBR Excela Health Recognizes Malnutrition Awareness Week According to a 2017 Excela Health study, 20 out of 32 outpatients, or 69%, showed some form of malnutrition - number officials are working to highlight as part of a malnutrition awareness week, Sept. 23-27. Read more: http://bit.ly/2n1wJdG
Recognitions • • •
9/22 to 9/28, National Health IT Week 9/22 to 9/28, Malnutrition Awareness Week: Learn more 9/28, National Penicillin Allergy Day: Learn more
Fall into BINGO, 11/2, doors open at noon, lunch served noon to 1:30 p.m., and bingo begins at 1:30 p.m., Saint John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, 306 St. Johns Drive, Latrobe. Jackpot wins: regular $200; “X” $300; coverall $1,000; 14 regular games $50; four single quickie games $75, and three special games $100. All proceeds benefit the Latrobe Area Hospital Aid Society. Tickets are $25 and quantities are limited. To purchase tickets, contact Patti Buhl at PBuhl@excelahealth.org.
Upcoming On-site Events Collective Goods Sale. Fresh finds for everybody, including books, electronics, home goods, kids gifts and more! • 10/15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Latrobe Hospital, Main Floor Corridor • 10/16, 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Latrobe Hospital, Main Floor Corridor • 10/17, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Excela Square at Latrobe, Community Room Proceeds benefit Latrobe Area Hospital Aid Society. National Fire Prevention Week. Order your fire extinguisher today through Advanced Fire. Extinguishers will be available for pick up on multiple days/times. View the full information here.
Reminders Don’t forget to order your over-the-counter medications for your children this school year from the Westmoreland Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy. Learn more here: http://bit.ly/2kq6nRz
There are perks available for all interests. For more details and to view more than 100 perks, visit www.myexcelaperks.org.