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. 

Guest Todd Holmes, MD, medical director WMH emergency department discusses signs, symptoms and risk factors of strokes. WMH is a primary stroke center. Remember BE FAST, time is everything! Visit stroke.org 

Susie Kasper, Park Ranger NPS joins our yearly discussion about river water safety. Wearing a life jacket saves lives, Learn how to be safe this summer while enjoying the river. For more information visit. NPS.gov 

Guests Erin Carpenter, Outreach & Enrollment Coordinator, and Maria Diehl, PR Specialist, are sharing details about the upcoming UTC event happening Tuesday, May 19th, at Honesdale Central Park from 4 to 7 pm. Hosted by the WM Community Health Centers, this free interactive health and wellness event is open to the entire community. Listen for more details or visit Unity in the Community Health & Wellness Event - Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers

Guests Erin Carpenter, Outreach & Enrollment Coordinator, and Maria Diehl, PR Specialist, are sharing details about the upcoming UTC event happening Tuesday, May 19th, at Honesdale Central Park from 4 to 7 pm. Hosted by the WM Community Health Centers, this free interactive health and wellness event is open to the entire community. Listen for more details or visit Unity in the Community Health & Wellness Event - Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers

Guest Marie Onukiavage, Executive Director, National Alliance on Mental Illness of Northeast Region PA discusses programs, support groups and their upcoming Hawley Spring Run set for Saturday, May 23rd in Hawley. NAMI provides support, information, and advocacy to Lackawanna, Susquehanna, and Wayne counties. For more information visit Home - NAMI NEPA or call 570-342-1047.

Guest Meredith L. Hellstern, MD, Medical Director of Pediatrics, Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers discusses the critical role of vaccines in preventing disease and protecting public health, while addressing common concerns about safety and development. Learn about reliable websites for additional information. Visit wmchc.net 

Kathy Neenan, OT/L, from WMH Rehab Services, talks about how occupational therapy supports recovery after injuries, enhances daily routines, and helps people maintain their independence. OTs enrich lives through meaningful engagement, which is this year's theme. For more information visit wmh.org or call WMH Outpatient Rehab Services at 570-253-7322.

Jean Tuttle from the WMH Community Health Department invites you to a special women-only event on Friday, April 24th. Spend a lively and enjoyable day with a keynote speaker and sessions on hormone replacement therapy, yoga, spring crafts, personal safety, and digital health. Registration is required, so call 570-253-8990 or email [email protected]. Check out our Facebook page for more details.

Guest Anas Slaibi, M.D., PGY-1 in Family Medicine at Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers, talks about the benefits of yearly wellness visits. These visits are a proactive way to keep your health on track, prioritize prevention and early detection, and strengthen your connection with your primary care provider (PCP). Looking for a PCP, visit Home - Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers or PHYSICIAN DIRECTORY - Wayne Memorial Hospital