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HealthWorks!
Interested in the health and wellbeing of your community? Tune in!
15-minute broadcast Sundays at 7:05 am on WDNH and on Classics 105.
with
Wayne Memorial Hospital’s Community Relations Manager
Carol Kneier, MS, RD, CDCES, LDN
Listen weekly as Carol talks to the movers and shakers in and around the Wayne-Pike region about current events and opportunities and the most up-to-date health tips. Carol explores topics new and familiar with representatives of Wayne Memorial Health System, local social service agencies, community groups, nutritionists, fitness specialists and medical experts.
The 15-minute broadcast airs Sundays at 7:05 am on Bold Gold stations WDNH (95.3) and on Classics 105 (105.3). It can also be found here on this page and on the Bold Gold website, https://www.radiobold.com/healthworks
Have a question for Carol? Email kneier@wmh.org.
Missed a show? Listen here! In addition to podcasts from the current year, you can listen to archived shows. 2024 HealthWorks 2023 Healthworks, 2022 Healthworks, and 2021 Healthworks.
6/1 WMH Stroke Awareness – Guest Michele Churney, RN, BSN, MSN, manager of outpatient services and stroke program discusses Wayne Memorial Hospital’s Certified Primary Stroke Center. Listen to how WMH aligns with the guidelines and learn about signs, symptoms, risk factors and prevention. BEFAST – learn the signs Visit American Stroke Association for more information.
6/1 WMH Stroke Awareness – Guest Michele Churney, RN, BSN, MSN, manager of outpatient services and stroke program, discusses Wayne Memorial Hospital’s Certified Primary Stroke Center. Listen to how WMH aligns with the guidelines and learn about signs, symptoms, risk factor,s and prevention. BEFAST – learn the signs Visit American Stroke Association for more information.
5/25 Wayne County Penn State Extension – Guests Chelsea Hill, livestock educator and Jess Scull, 4H educator discusses the master gardeners, master preserver and 4H programs. Listen and learn about many other programs, subjects, and resources available through Penn State Extension. Open Monday – Friday at 648 Park Street Honesdale or call 570-616-0880 for more information. Visit https://extension.psu.edu/wayne-county
5/18 Water Safety – Guest Susie Kasper, National Park Services park ranger at Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River discusses water safety and hazards on the river. Life jackets save lives, listen and learn about causes and signs to look for if someone is drowning. Visit: NPS.gov Homepage (U.S. National Park Service) or https://facebood.com/updeNPS for more information.
5/11 WMCHC Unity in the Community – Guests Katie Haytko, WMCHC executive assistant and Marie Diehl, WMH public relations specialist invites the community to this free event happening on Friday, May 16th from 4 – 7 PM at Honesdale Central Park. The events will include 19 health and wellness vendors and resources, family fun activities, raffle prizes, and more. For more information visit www.wmchc.net
5/4 Celebrating Nurses and Hospital Week at WMH – Guest Chandra Roberts, BSN, MHA, RN, Chief Nursing and Patient Care Officer at WMH discusses this year’s themes – The Power of Nurses and Care, Lead, Inspire and Repeat – which represent the nursing department at WMH. WMH thanks all staff for their hard work, listen and learn about WMH. Visit wmh.org for more information.
4/27 Self-Care Day May 28th – Guest Dave Hartung, Wayne County System of Care discusses the upcoming Self-Care Day, free to all community members. In celebration of mental health awareness month, this 3rd annual event will have activities, information and resources for all. Visit System of Care | Wayne County, PA for details.
4/20 Wayne County Food Pantry System – Guests Dave Hartung, WC integrative service specialist and Clarissa Wimmers, WC pantry coordinator discusses services offered by the pantry, the Farms to Families Fund, and volunteer opportunities. For more information visit Food Pantry Program | Wayne County, PA or call 570-253-4262.
4/13 Occupational Therapy Month – Guest Kathy Neenan, OTR, Wayne Memorial Hospital Rehab Services discusses this year’s theme, Inspiring Hope, Changing Lives. Listen and learn how WMH’s OTs applies this theme for patients through their continuum of care. Visit wmh.org or call WMH Outpatient Rehab Services at 570-253-7322.
4/6 Women Only Luncheon Symposium – Guest Amanda Masters, director of programming at The Cooperage Project shares the great line up of topics and presenters for this year’s symposium. An event for women, devoted to a day filled with health and happiness, energy, tranquility and more. For more information or to register call Jean Tuttle at 570-253-8990.
3/30 The Importance of Sleep – Guest Barbara Chopyk, LCSW, Hamlin Family Health Center WMCHC, discusses the impact of sleep on our health. Listen and learn about REM sleep, sleep hygiene, and ways to improve one’s sleep. Visit American Psychological Association (APA) or Sleep Medicine | Sleep Disorders Center | Wayne Memorial Hospital for more information.
3/23 Sexual Assault Awareness – Guest Ericka Thaxton, medical advocate for Victim’s Intervention Program, (VIP) discusses services available for individuals, families and friends who are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Listen and learn about the upcoming Medical Advocacy Conference and ways to support VIP’s mission. VIP’s services are always free, confidential ,and available 24/7. Call 570-253-4401 or visit Helping Victims of Violence in Wayne County & Pike County (vipempowers.org)
3/16 Social Work: Compassion + Action – Join Wayne Memorial Hospital’s social workers, Mary Burgio LSW, manager, Megan O’Rourke LSW, Jackie Moase LSW, Meagan Oliveras LSW, and Jill White LSW, CGC, as they discuss the many roles of a social worker at WMH. Listen and learn how they connect patients and their families with services, resources and support systems. For more information call WMH social work department at 570-253-8383 or visit www.wmh.org
3/9 Children’s Dental Health – Guest Lori Wood, RDH, PHDHP, CDHC, dental hygienist, WMCHC Together for Health Dental Center, discusses benefits of good oral health. Listen and learn about oral health needs, community outreach, new dental providers and more. For more information visit Together for Health Dental Center | (570) 251-6534 | Honesdale PA
3/1 Food Connects Us, Celebrating National Nutrition Month – Guests Mary Beth Nogan, MS, RDN, LDN, WMH Nutrition Services and Molly Repecki, Marywood University nutrition intern, discusses this year’s theme, Food Connects Us. Listen and learn how Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) play a critical role in helping people understand the connection between the foods individuals and communities eat, and how these foods impact health throughout life. For more information visit National Nutrition Month® or call WMH Nutrition Services at 570-253-8164.
2/23 Heart Health – Guest Joseph Laureti, MD, cardiologist at Wayne Memorial Physician Specialty Clinic discusses ways to protect your heart. Heart disease can be silent, listen and learn about the importance of routine primary care checkups, blood pressure control, how smoking causes heart disease and more. Need a cardiologist, call WM Cardiology at 570-253-8601 or visit wmh.org.
2/16 Cancer Awareness Month – Guest Laura Toole, LCSW, executive vice president Northeast Regional Cancer Institute discusses programs and resources available through NRCI and the collaboration with Wayne Memorial Hospital and Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers. For more information visit Northeast Regional Cancer Institute or call 570-904-8808.
2/9 Internet Safety for Parents – Guest Danielle Mangan, middle school counselor, Wallenpaupack Area School District, shares details on the upcoming presentation, sponsored by WC Drug & Alcohol Commission, happening on Wednesday, March 26th at WAHS. All parents and guardians in our community are welcome to attend and learn about the impact of technology on children, from toddlers to college students. For more information or to reserve your seat, call WAMS at 570-251-3057 or email manganda@wallenpaupack.org
2/2 Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month – Guest Debbie Cosentino, LPC, TF-CBT, certified play therapist, children’s program manager Victims’ Intervention Program of Wayne & Pike Counties discusses how to build a healthy teen relationship, and services VIP provides to teens and adults. Learn about warning signs and where to go for help. For more information visit: Helping Victims of Violence in Wayne County & Pike County or call 570-253-4401 24/7.
1/26 Fair Hill Therapeutic Riding Center – Guests Sally Wasylyk, president FHTRC, Jacilyn Fritsch and Shannon Fox, directors for the Stable Moments program discusses equine assisted services for individuals with disabilities. Listen and learn about the Stable Moments program and the use of horses to help individuals with both mental, emotional and physical challenges. For more information on programs, becoming a mentor or volunteer, visit Fair Hill Therapeutic Riding Center – Equine Assisted Services or call 570-390-8695.
1/19 Winter Weather Safety – Guest Angela Reeves RN, community health nurse PA Department of Health, Wayne County State Health Center in Honesdale discusses how to protect yourself and others from the winter weather. Listen and learn about monitoring body temperature, dressing warmly to prevent hypothermia and frostbite, and stocking up on emergency supplies. For more information visit: Department of Health | Department of Health | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or call 570-253-7141.
1/5 Respiratory Health and COPD – Guest Brant Adomiak CRNP, pulmonary and sleep medicine, Wayne Memorial Physician Specialty Clinic discusses chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and recommendations for good respiratory health during the winter months. Listen and learn ways to keep yourself healthy. For more information visit wmh.org
1/12 Electronic Health Record (EHR) – Guest Kara Poremba, MSHA, BSN, RN, Chief Quality Officer Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers discusses the new EHR. EHR is a digital version of a patient’s medical history. Listen and learn how the EHR works. To learn more about WHCHC services visit Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers | Wayne Memorial Hospital
