Collaborating to build healthier communities.
PARTNERING FOR A STRONGER COMMUNITY
The 1889 Jefferson Center for Population Health was founded as a collaborative research and resource Center focused on population health and disease prevention to benefit the citizens living in Cambria and Somerset Counties. 1889 Foundation made a major gift to the College of Population Health of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia to establish the Center.
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Health Matters: Healthy Aging
September 5, 2018 - The Tribune-Democrat's Health Matters article for this month focuses on healthy aging, as well as the importance for seniors to practice prevention, and take charge of their health. In a study
Health Matters: Vaccines and Immunization
This month, the Tribune-Democrat's Health Matters article focuses on vaccination coverage, school immunization rates, as well as the level of misconception that still exists among individuals, mostly parents, regarding the positive impact vaccines have on
Spine Problems?
September 12, 2018 - If you suffer from back pain, or you think you might have spine problems, come meet neurosurgeon Francis T. Ferraro at Conemaugh East Hills Outpatient Center - 1450 Scalp Avenue in