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In this Update:
Mission of Mercy Open House
Mission of Mercy Mobile Medical & Dental is making a difference every day by bringing free medical and dental care directly to underserved communities – including our Veterans who may not have access to the care they deserve. From dental cleanings, fillings, and extractions to primary medical care, prescriptions, and health services, Mission of Mercy helps restore health, confidence, and hope to those in need. These life-changing clinics are made possible by dedicated volunteers who give their time and talents to serve others. We have a host site for our mobile clinics right here in Adams County at the The Gettysburg Four Square Church. Hospitals in each of our service areas provide free lab work and x-rays for our patients. Go Girls Go 5K!
What a great time it was helping kick off the Go Girls Go 5K this past Saturday! Thank you to the Healthy Communities Partnership for having me and for all you do to promote healthy lifestyles, community engagement, and opportunities for young people across our region. It was a fantastic event! EMS Week Certificate Presentation at Fayetteville Vol. Fire Dept
It was an honor to recognize and present a certificate to the dedicated men and women of the Fayetteville Volunteer Fire Department during EMS Week. Every day, our EMS professionals, firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, and first responders stand ready to answer the call, often running toward danger when others are running away. Their courage, professionalism, compassion, and sacrifice save lives and strengthen our communities. During EMS Week, we especially recognize the extraordinary service these heroes provide across Fayetteville and throughout our Commonwealth. Thank you to the Fayetteville Volunteer Fire Department for your unwavering commitment to protecting and serving our community. Pennsylvania is stronger and safer because of you. Throwback!
On NATO’s Eastern Frontier To the left is Narva, Estonia. To the right, Ivangorod, Russia. Between them flows the Narva River—a narrow boundary separating two very different visions of the world. I was there conducting a strategic assessment directed by Army Chief of Staff General Raymond T. Odierno to examine the security of Northern Europe and the Baltic region to develop recommendations for deterring Russian aggression. Few places illustrate more clearly the importance of strength, vigilance, and deterrence in preserving peace. Senate Acts to Tighten Safety Standards for Operating Big Rigs
The Senate approved two bills to tighten commercial driver’s license (CDL) safety standards and close dangerous loopholes in Pennsylvania’s licensing and training systems. Senate Bill 1294 improves the training curriculum and strengthens penalties to shut down unqualified “CDL Mills.” Senate Bill 1295 requires English proficiency in all testing applications to operate an 80,000-pound commercial vehicle on public highways. The legislation was developed after a Senate hearing exposed alarming gaps in current laws, including instances where individuals without proper training or English proficiency have operated heavy commercial vehicles on U.S. highways. The bills were sent to the House of Representatives for consideration. Read more about these CDL improvement bills here. New Medical and Health Professional Loans Support Graduate Students
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency has launched a new Medical and Health Professional Loan Program to support graduate students in medical, dental, veterinarian and health professional studies. The program features deferred repayment during residency, fellowship, internship, research and other clinical training, and the potential for reduced reliance on co-signers. This initiative helps fill critical, specialized positions to serve citizens across the commonwealth. Medical students can apply here. Other health-related students can apply here. Students pursuing advanced degrees in other areas of study can apply here. Local Groups Can Apply for Watershed Restoration Grants
Local governments, schools, nonprofits, watershed groups and other organizations have until June 22 to apply for Growing Greener Plus grants to help fund local projects that fix flooding problems and restore watersheds. Growing Greener Plus helps cover the cost of watershed protection, surface mining conservation and reclamation, and stormwater management planning. All proposals will be competitively reviewed for eligibility, environmental benefits and other criteria. Organizations can access eligibility guidelines and applications here. Explore Our Rivers and Lakes with Safe Boating
Waterways in our area and across the commonwealth provide plenty of opportunities to enjoy boating. During National Safe Boating Week, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission offers a checklist of basic safety guidelines including:
For more information on safe boating, to take a Boating Safety Education Course and to purchase launch permits, boat registration renewals and fishing licenses, visit the commission’s boating webpage. Mammo May: Questions to Ask Ahead of Your Mammogram
If you’re taking advantage of the new state law that covers diagnostic breast imaging at no cost for insured individuals, make your Mammo May complete by answering these key questions before you go:
Learn more about what you need to know before you go to your appointment here. Honoring Those Who Gave All
Memorial Day is a time to pause as a nation and honor the memory of Americans who left their hometowns and laid down their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice is a debt we can never fully repay. We owe it to them to tell their stories and do our part as citizens of this great nation to ensure they did not die in vain. |
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