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Volunteers from the Ladies’ Hospital Aid Society “A Masked Ball” fundraiser at the home of Reggie Stern, 1980. (Photo courtesy of Rauh Jewish History Program & Archives at the Heinz History Center)
June 21, 2024, 7:52 pm
After 125 years, LHAS still serving community and looking ahead
Ladies Hospital Aid Society continues history by building, pivoting and bolstering Pittsburgh
By Adam Reinherz
(Photo courtesy of Mart Production via Pexels)
May 22, 2024, 4:56 pm
Jewish Fertility Foundation, UPMC partner to offer support to fertility patients
JFF-Pittsburgh clients who are awarded a fertility grant will have access to a 20% discount on clinic services at UPMC.
By Toby Tabachnick
JFCS signage (Photo provided by JFCS)
September 5, 2023, 1:19 pm
JFCS, InnovatePGH and UPMC join forces to help underserved find health care jobs
The only requirement for the program is a high school diploma, or GED.
By Justin Vellucci
Rabbi Shlomie Deren will be visiting those at several hospitals this High Holy Day season. Photo by Rabbi Shlomie Deren.
September 20, 2022, 9:24 am
Chabad of the Hospitals to spread holiday cheer on Rosh Hashanah
“Growing up, I always was inspired by the spirit of chesed (kindness) and caring I saw in the Pittsburgh Jewish community."
By David Rullo
Leah Ackner, Meira Loring, Zev Loring and Jonathan Loring stand outside UPMC Mercy with art supplies Meira donated in honor of her bat mitzvah. Photo by Adam Reinherz
August 25, 2022, 2:18 pm
Former patient returns to UPMC Burn Center with bat mitzvah gifts
Meira Loring, 12, brings presents and encouragement to patients and providers at UPMC Mercy.
By Adam Reinherz
Photo of Infinity courtesy of UPMC Creative Services
May 27, 2022, 12:25 pm
June 5 concert aims to combat stigma around mental health
Marianne Cornetti, Flavio Chamis and fellow performers pair with peers of UPMC Western Behavioral Health
By Adam Reinherz
Photo by Vichai Phububphapan via iStock
November 15, 2021, 2:54 pm
‘Teens are in trouble’ as national mental health crisis escalates
Young people are visiting emergency departments for mental health-related emergencies in increasing rates. The crisis, say experts, began long before COVID-19.
By Adam Reinherz
Leslie Davis. Photo courtesy of UPMC
August 4, 2021, 9:09 pm
Leslie Davis takes helm of UPMC
Change in leadership at UPMC
By Adam Reinherz
Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, receives the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at the HHS/NIH COVID-19 Vaccine Kick-Off event at NIH on 12/22/20. Despite the vaccinations roll out, many in Pittsburgh have struggled to find the vaccination. Credit: NIH
February 1, 2021, 6:09 pm
Vaccination frustration: Jewish Pittsburgh struggles to find shots
There is a shortage of the vaccine right now, and the challenges to booking appointments are compounded by confusing websites and misinformation.
By David Rullo
JHF President and CEO Karen Wolk Feinstein, PhD, delivers opening remarks during a 2019 program. Photo courtesy of Jewish Healthcare Foundation
December 2, 2020, 12:34 pm
JHF-managed HIV/AIDS initiative receives $1.5 million
Jewish Healthcare Foundation officials encouraged by continued fight against HIV/AIDS in Allegheny County
Dr. Steven D. Shapiro (left), UPMC chief medical and scientific officer, joins Grand Champion Dr. Arthur S. Levine, senior vice chancellor for Pitt's health sciences, and his wife, Linda Melada. (Photo courtesy of UPMC)
October 31, 2017, 9:37 am
For the sake of seniors
The ninth annual Celebrating Seniors Champions Dinner and Auction honored individuals and organizations who work to improve the lives of senior citizens in Western Pennsylvania.
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