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Reading Teenager Winning His Battle with Asthma

Every time he coughs, Jonathan Rivera knows instinctively to be wary of what might come next. The American Lung Association estimates there are more than 26 million asthma sufferers across the U.S. Being part of that statistic, Jonathan knows very well how agonizing an asthma attack can be."It hasn't…

Reading Hospital to Host Graduation for High School Interns

Reading Hospital to Host Graduation for High School Interns Reading Hospital will recognize eight local seniors from Reading and Wilson High Schools who have completed the Reading Hospital High School Internship Program at an end-of-year celebration. The reception celebrating the accomplishments of the…

Promposal: A Love Story That Began with a Car Accident

May 17, 2019 - Governor Mifflin teens are going to the prom, thanks to some Reading Hospital providers.

Reading Hospital to Celebrate National EMS Week by Hosting Barbeque for EMS Professionals on May 22

Reading Hospital to Celebrate National EMS Week by Hosting Barbeque for EMS Professionals on May 22 Reading Hospital will celebrate National EMS Week, May 19-25, 2019, by inviting Emergency Medical Services (EMS) professionals to a barbeque in their honor on Wednesday, May 22, from 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p…

Reading Hospital Receives an 'A' for Patient Safety for the Spring 2019 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

May 15, 2019 - The designation recognizes Reading Hospital's efforts in protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care.

Reading Hospital Recognizes 'National Stroke Awareness Month' With Education Events

Reading Hospital Recognizes 'National Stroke Awareness Month' With Education Events May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Stroke is similar to a heart attack as it can change a person's life in a matter of minutes. During a stroke, blood stops flowing to an area of the brain when blood vessels get…

2019 Berks Trail Challenge Kicks Off May 6

2019 Berks Trail Challenge Kicks Off May 6 Participants can register at BeWellBerks.org and print out a challenge card as well as directions to each location for each participant, or family, to record trail visits.  Warmer weather means more time outside and Berks County residents are…

Reading Hospital Softball League 'Opening Day' is May 7

Reading Hospital Softball League 'Opening Day' is May 7 Opening Day for the Reading Hospital Softball League is Tuesday, May 7 at 4:15 p.m. The game will be played at West Reading Playground and William M. Jennings, President and CEO of Reading Hospital, will throw the first pitch of the season. "The…

Reading Hospital MyChart is Now 'MyTowerHealth'

April 17, 2019 - Tower Health is focused on improving patient access to healthcare. Whether it's primary care, behavioral health, urgent care, inpatient care, rehabilitation, or home care, Tower Health connects you to the right care you need throughout all stages of life.

Reading Hospital Encourages Employees to Donate Food in Pound Per Person Challenge for Greater Berks Food Bank

Reading Hospital Encourages Employees to Donate Food in Pound Per Person Challenge for Greater Berks Food Bank Reading Hospital Nursing Magnet Champions, in partnership with the Greater Berks Food Bank, are coordinating the 2019 Pound Per Person Food Challenge, which is encouraging each of the hospital…