Flu season is upon us, as we are all aware! According to CDC.gov, getting a yearly flu vaccination is the best way to reduce the risk from flu and its potentially serious complications. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends annual influenza vaccination of all children without medical contraindications starting at 6 months of age. People with severe, life-threatening allergies to flu vaccine or any ingredient in the vaccine should not get a flu shot. Speak with your physician before getting a flu vaccine if you have concerns or are not feeling well.

People with the flu are most contagious during the first three to four days after symptoms begin, but can pass the flu on to others up to five to seven days after becoming sick. Staying home until you've been fever-free for at least 24 hours (without fever reducers) is key to preventing spread, along with frequent handwashing and masks. 

Flu vaccines are available at any Heritage Valley ConvenientCare site during regular business hours, which are Monday – Saturday from 8 am – 7:30 pm. High dose flu vaccines are available for those 65 years of age and older. Click here for a listing of our ConvenientCare locations.

Kelsey, MSN, CRNP, FNP-C, CME

Lead CRNP, ConvenientCare

Kelsey’s role as Lead CRNP is incredibly meaningful to her, as it allows her to combine both patient care and leadership. She facilitates operations through provider and leadership collaboration, workflow support, and ensuring efficient ConvenientCare clinic operations and excellent patient care. Kelsey states that working at ConvenientCare means being part of a team that values high-quality, compassionate care and continuous quality improvement, and she’s proud to work with people who contribute to Heritage Valley’s mission. Kelsey truly enjoys being an advocate for ConvenientCare staff, and supporting patients in our community!

Winslow and Bruce are eagerly awaiting the return of their Heritage Valley School of Nursing classmates for the start of the spring semester! These training mannequins help our first and second-year students practice real-world scenarios through pop-up simulations in the classroom. From communication skills to hands-on clinical techniques and emergent situations, Winslow and Bruce make learning engaging, safe, and interactive. Plus, our students love working with them as they develop essential skills and build confidence.

If you are interested in a nursing career, we are currently accepting applications for the Class of 2028! Click here to apply online or contact our admissions office at 412-777-6204 for more information.

Join us in a positive, caring environment to connect with other individuals and caregivers living and coping with the effects of stroke or brain injury. Share similar experiences, offer and receive support, gain information and learn about community resources.

The meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 3:00 pm at the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sewickley, located at 351 Camp Meeting Road, Sewickley, PA 15143, in the café. 

To find out how you can benefit from our support group or rehabilitation programs, please call 412-749-2297.

Heritage Valley Health System will be participating in Wellness Expo 2026, presented by the Baierl Family YMCA, on Saturday, January 24, from noon to 4 pm. The event will take place at the Baierl Family YMCA, located at 2565 Nicholson Road, Sewickley.

The Wellness Expo will have speakers, demonstrations, screenings, and information booths that provide adults the information they need to make decisions for their health based on their own personal needs and goals. Heritage Valley will be providing osteoporosis screenings (heel scans); mental health screenings; and information on Heritage Valley’s School of Nursing, mammography services, and behavioral health services. 

Visit the Baierl Family YMCA website for more information on how to register, or contact Brenda at broethlisberger@ymcapgh.org.