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World Sepsis Day 2019 on September 13 Is Designed to Increase Awareness of Sepsis, a Treatable But Often Deadly Condition

West Reading, PA., September 10, 2019 - Reading Hospital will join healthcare organizations around the world in recognizing "World Sepsis Day" on Wednesday, September 13.  Sepsis is caused by a body's overwhelming immune response to infection. When a person is septic, the body releases…

Reading Hospital Improves Patient Care for Children By Adding Child Life Specialist in Pediatric Emergency Department

September 9, 2019 - Requiring emergency medical care can be scary at any age, but that is especially true for pediatric patients.

Reading Hospital 'Stuff The Bus' 2019 Campaign Supports Reading School District

September 3, 2019 - Reading Hospital is partnering with United Way for the tenth consecutive year to coordinate the 2019 Stuff the Bus - Adopt a Classroom campaign for Reading School District.

Reading Hospital President and CEO Donation to Employee Assistance Fund Is a Home Run

August 26, 2019 - When Reading Hospital President and CEO William M. Jennings attended Opening Day of the Reading Hospital Employee softball league in May 2019, he didn't know what to expect. He knew the popular league, with more than 400 employees involved, was an opportunity for friendly competition between departments and colleagues.

Back-to-School Injuries: Prevention and Treatment

August 22, 2019 - While back-to-school season introduces a sense of excitement among children, it also introduces the rapid spread of infections and even injuries.

Tower Health Supply Chain Department Recognized as 'Supply Chain Department of the Year'

August 13, 2019 - Tower Health Supply Chain department has been named the 2019 "Supply Chain Department of the Year" by Healthcare Purchasing News (HPN).

Urgent Care or Emergency Department: Which Is Best for Your Health Problem?

August 13, 2019 - You wake up on a Saturday morning with a horrible, self-diagnosed, sinus infection. You need relief as soon as possible and your primary care physician isn't available. Should you take a trip to the Emergency Department?

Reading Hospital Receives Get With The Guidelines-Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus Gold Quality Achievement Award

July 17, 2019 - Reading Hospital has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines® Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award for the 13th consecutive year.

Reading Hospital Receives Disease Specific Certification in Pediatric Asthma from The Joint Commission

July 10, 2019 - Reading Hospital earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® for Pediatric Asthma Certification. The Gold Seal of Approval® is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization's commitment to providing safe and effective patient care.

2019 Reading Hospital Road Run Returns to West Reading for Annual Event

July 1, 2019 - On Sunday, October 13, The Friends of Reading Hospital will host the annual Reading Hospital Road Run Half Marathon, 5k, and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk.