Join Wayne Memorial Hospital Community Relations Manager Carol Kneier as she talks with pediatrician Dr. Meredith Hellstern about the importance of UV protection and staying safe in the sun. Dr. Hellstern shares simple tips to help protect children and families from harmful sun exposure while enjoying the outdoors all summer long. For more health information, visit WMH.org

Join Wayne Memorial Hospital Community Relations Manager Carol Kneier as she sits down with Dr. Jennifer Rodriguez-Aiello, Chief of Surgery and robotic surgeon, to discuss the latest advances in robotic surgery at Wayne Memorial Hospital, including the state-of-the-art da Vinci 5 surgical system. Learn how robotic technology is enhancing precision, improving recovery, and expanding surgical options close to home. For more information, visit WMH.org or call 570-253-8121 (570-6161-WMH).

Join Community Relations manager Carol Kneier as she speaks with Melissa McWilliams from the Wayne County Drug & Alcohol Commission as she discusses the prevention programs available throughout our community and local schools. Learn about the Too Good program, which helps students build life skills, set positive goals, recognize and manage emotions, and develop the confidence to refuse peer pressure. Tune in to hear how these programs are helping young people make healthy choices and build a strong foundation for the future. For more information, please reach out to (570) 253-6022.

Join Wayne Memorial Hospital liaison Chrissy Phillips for a conversation with Community Relations Manager, Carol Kneier, about streamlining the referral process and strengthening connections between providers and patients. Learn how the liaison helps coordinate care, improve communication, and make referrals as seamless as possible. Chrissy also shares how Wayne Memorial works with local practices to ensure patients receive timely access to the specialty services they need. Learn how collaboration leads to better patient care. Wmh.org for information on any of our physicians. Call 570-6161-wmh for an appointment.

Wayne Memorial Hospital Community Relations Manager Carol Kneier spoke with Pat Mohn from Penn State Extension as part of the Tick Task Force to share helpful tips on tick safety, prevention, and staying healthy outdoors. Community members are encouraged to check for ticks after spending time outside and send ticks for testing at TickLab.org.

Join Doug Batacheski, Lieutenant with the Forest City Fire Department, for an important HealthWorks presentation on fireworks safety. As summer celebrations get underway, learn how to safely handle and use fireworks, protect your family and property, and reduce the risk of injuries and fires. This informative program will provide practical tips and expert guidance to help you enjoy holiday festivities responsibly and safely.

Join Wayne Memorial Hospital’s Nutrition Manager, Barbara Platt, for an informative HealthWorks program focused on staying healthy and safe during the summer months. Learn practical tips for food safety at picnics, barbecues, and outdoor gatherings, including how to properly store, prepare, and serve food to help prevent foodborne illness. Enjoy expert advice to keep your family safe while making the most of summer fun.

Guest Rebecca Rybak, coordinator Northeast Highway Safety Program discusses safety tips for bike riding, ATVs, car travel and more. Listen and learn about the new Paul Miller's law on hand free driving in PA. For more safety information visit: Home | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania , Traffic Injury Prevention Project (TIPP) – Traffic Safety for Children – Child Passenger Safety in PA or Prevent Childhood Injuries – Safe Kids Pennsylvania

Tracy Simon serves as the Protective Services Supervisor for the Pike County Area Agency on Aging, where she leads local efforts to investigate and resolve cases of elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, and abandonment for residents aged 60 and older. Operating out of the Blooming Grove Center, Simon oversees a dedicated team that provides 24/7 crisis intervention, conducts safety assessments, and coordinates emergency housing or legal protections to keep vulnerable adults safe. 

Pat Mohn is the chair of the Wayne County Tickborne Illness Task Force. She is a passionate local advocate who works tirelessly to raise awareness about Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. Partnering with community leaders, healthcare professionals, and organizations like Penn State Extension, Pat focuses on public education, prevention strategies, and accessible tick-testing resources to keep Pennsylvania families safe. Please visit ticklab.org if you have a tick you would like to be tested.