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As individuals grow older, they may experience changes that impact their eyes and vision. Numerous eye issues can affect vision as one ages, and they tend to worsen over time if left untreated. Common age-related problems include presbyopia, glaucoma, dry eyes, cataracts, and age-related macular degeneration.
Panelist Details:
Julie Ann Nastasi ScD, OTD, OTR/L, SCLV, CLA, FAOTA - Associate Professor - The University of Scranton
Mary Ann Iezzi - Executive Director - The Lackawanna Blind Association
Allie Wylam OD, MPH - Nanticoke Eye Specialists
Suicide is a leading cause of death for teens, and unfortunately, suicides in children are on the rise. It is often the result of a combination of factors such as mental health issues (e.g., depression,anxiety), emotional distress, bullying, family problems, social isolation, substance abuse, and the pressures of academic or societal expectations.
Pediatric cancer, which affects children and teenagers, is relatively rare, but it can be effectively treated and often cured. There are three main categories of childhood cancers: leukemias and lymphomas, brain tumors, and solid tumors. With the help of modern treatments designed specifically for young patients, more than 80% of children and teenagers survive for years after being diagnosed with
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Chair of Pediatrics at LVHN and Physician in Chief of Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital -
Executive Director of ThinkBIG Pediatric Cancer Fund -
Pediatric Social Worker, Geisinger
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Treating Pediatric Cancer - Overview -
Experts discuss pediatric cancer causes, remission rates & family support. -
At just six years old, Addie was diagnosed with cancer—but she never let it stop her. -
Experts discuss pediatric cancer, early diagnosis, and financial aid for families.
The healthcare sector faces a critical workforce shortage with a lack of qualified professionals, such as doctors, nurses, and support staff. This shortage is driven by factors like an aging population, increased healthcare needs, burnout, and insufficient training programs.
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President, The Institute -
President, St. Luke's -
Vice President, Human Resources & Employee Culture - Allied Services
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Health Workforce Shortage - Overview -
Experts suggest solutions to the healthcare workforce shortage, highlighting strategies -
St. Luke's President Don Seiple discusses the healthcare worker shortage, -
Programs engage high school students through career fairs, clinical roles, and scholarships,
Support provided by the Robert H. Spitz foundation
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Assistant Teaching Professor, Chemistry - Penn State Wilkes-Barre -
Zero Waste Advocate, PennEnvironment -
Medical Advisor, Environmental Health Project
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Microplastics - Overview -
Experts explain the dangers of microplastics—tiny plastic particles found in food, water, and air. -
See a citizen science project testing Pennsylvania waterways for microplastics, -
Explore how you can make a difference for our waterways and planet.
AI's integration into healthcare is set to usher in transformative changes, including the development of personalized treatment plans tailored to individual genetic profiles and lifestyles, and virtual health assistants available 24/7, providing real-time, accurate medical advice.
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Co-founder/CTO, Dactyl -
Vice President - Digital Transformation, The Steele Institute -
Board-certified and fellowship-trained adult reconstruction specialist
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AI is improving diagnostic accuracy, personalizing treatments, and enhancing operational efficiency. -
A discussion of AI and Robotics in healthcare -
In this segment, panelists discuss advancements in AI and robotics in healthcare. -
Future advancements aim to integrate AI further into healthcare,
Alternative Therapy Treatments
Alternative therapies are treatments that are used instead of, or in addition to, conventional medical treatments. They can include: Special diets, Megadoses of vitamins, Herbal preparations, Special teas, Magnet therapy, Homeopathy, Acupuncture, and Chiropractic. We'll explore the many different alternative therapy options available and how they may be helpful to you.
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The Koral Clinic -
Inner Peace Health, Healing & Wellness -
Embrace Holistic Center
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As conventional medicine evolves many are turn to alternative approaches to enhance their wellbeing -
Holistic healing involves more than just treating symptoms -
The friendly, playful nature of the goats helps some relax and forget their stress -
Learn how emotions can manifest in the body as pain or illness, and what you can do about it.
