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03/02/2026

𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 — it fuels your entire body and mind. Nutrition is not just about what tastes good or what’s convenient. It plays a direct role in how we grow, function, heal, and manage chronic conditions. Understanding the basics of calories, protein, fats, and carbohydrates can help you make informed choices that support long-term health.
𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗴 𝗯𝘆 𝗗𝗿. 𝗟𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀. https://bit.ly/3Na5Lgc

02/27/2026

Thank you to Erie News Now for highlighting our CEO, Alivia Haibach, and reporting on this important expansion for MHEDS as we seek to expand access to healthcare for those who need it most.

MHEDS and East Side Renaissance Team up to target life expectancy gap for those in poverty in Erie.

02/23/2026

𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠. This 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 will help individuals 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 and feel more confident using healthcare services. 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐔𝐩 for a free learning session today! Click here for Facebook https://bit.ly/4s7bbHE - click the link in our bio on Instagram, or email ttitus@mheds.org for more information.

02/23/2026

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆. Helping children brush twice a day and floss once a day builds routines that support strong teeth as they grow. Most kids need help brushing until they can do it well on their own. Check out our blog for more tips for oral health! https://bit.ly/45Nk5S2

02/16/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲. Crunchy fruits and vegetables, cheese, and yogurt can help support strong teeth and gums. Choosing water instead of sugary drinks also protects enamel and supports overall health. Read our blog for more info! https://bit.ly/45Nk5S2

02/10/2026

Brushing twice a day and flossing once a day are small habits that make a big difference. Use fluoride toothpaste, brush for two minutes, and don’t forget your gumline. Flossing helps remove plaque where your toothbrush can’t reach and supports healthier gums over time. Read our blog for more tips. https://bit.ly/45Nk5S2

02/02/2026

Oral health matters at every stage of life — from a child’s first tooth to caring for your smile as an adult. This month, MHEDS is focusing on oral health for all ages and how daily habits like brushing, flossing, and healthy food choices support both your smile and your overall health.
Read our latest blog to learn why oral health is more important than you may think and how small steps can make a big difference. https://bit.ly/45Nk5S2

February – Oral Health for All Ages February 1, 2026 Why Your Smile Matters More Than You Think When we think about our health, we often focus on our heart, weight, or blood pressure. But oral health, how we care for our teeth and gums, is just as important. A healthy mouth helps us eat comfortabl...

01/27/2026

Thank you, Jefferson Educational Society, for creating a successful Civic Leadership Program that leaders can be part of, and thank you for highlighting JCLA Alumni selected by the Mercy Center for Women as this year's Women Making History honorees!

We are proud to join the Mercy Center for Women in celebrating this year’s Women Making History honorees - leaders whose courage, compassion, and commitment are shaping Erie County’s future and opening doors for generations to come. 💫

We’re especially excited for four of our JES Civic Leadership Academy alumni who are being recognized and celebrated this year:

⭐ Tiffany Lavette (JCLA 2016)
⭐ Melinda Hall (JCLA 2021)
⭐ Alivia Haibach (JCLA & Raimy Fellow 2024)
⭐ Kathryn DiVittorio (JCLA & Raimy Fellow 2024)

Your impact reaches far beyond individual achievements; it strengthens our community, inspires civic engagement, and reminds us what thoughtful, principled leadership looks like in action.

Congratulations to each of you on this well-deserved recognition. We are honored to celebrate your stories and grateful for the difference you each continue to make.

01/27/2026

We are so happy and excited that the Mercy Center for Women has selected our CEO, Alivia Haibach, as a 2026 Women Making History honoree! Congratulations, Alivia, and all of this year's honorees!

We are honored to announce the outstanding women selected as honorees for the 33rd annual Women Making History event by the Mercy Center for Women. Join us in celebrating these 18 individuals who have shown unwavering dedication to the Erie community. Let's honor and appreciate their incredible contributions!

Andrea Amicangelo
Elana Como
Linda Corso
Kathryn DiVittorio
Sr. Claudia Dombrowski
Donna Douglass
Cassie Dundon
Melanie Ford
Karen Haas
Alivia Haibach
Melinda Hall
Carol Holmgren
Lana Kunik
Kyrie Laubenthal
Tiffany Lavette
Tica Nickson
Sarah Prylinski
Jamie Snider

The Women Making History 2026 event will take place on Monday, March 30, at 7 p.m., at the Performing Arts Center at Mercyhurst University. Admission is free, and the public is encouraged to attend.

For more information about the event, the mission of the Mercy Center for Women, and how to get involved, please visit www.mcwerie.org or contact us at (814) 455-4577. Stay tuned for additional details as the date approaches.

01/26/2026

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗼 𝗜𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲. Accountability matters. Whether it’s a friend, family member, or your care team at MHEDS, support can make new habits easier to maintain. Our latest blog shares tips for building a support system that works for you. https://bit.ly/3YZ9tve

01/05/2026

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿, 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗴! We’re kicking off this month with a powerful new post from 𝗗𝗿. 𝗞𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻 𝗟. 𝗠𝗰𝗤𝘂𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘆, Doctor of Behavioral Health and Licensed Professional Counselor at MHEDS. She’s sharing practical, realistic ways to rebuild healthy habits using 𝗦𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 and 𝗛𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴. If you’re ready to make small, sustainable changes that support your long‑term wellness, this month’s blog is for you. Start your journey with us today! https://bit.ly/3YZ9tve

12/29/2025

𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿. Use sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol when soap and water aren’t available but prioritize handwashing to remove certain types of germs effectively. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝘆𝗴𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗲! https://bit.ly/4nT6Upp