April 2018
Healthcare and Professional Services: Commitment to a Better Community
Featured Stories
Robotic Surgery: Technology offers numerous benefits
Butler Health System introduced robotic surgery to patients last year and patients are reaping the health benefits of the new technology. - Page 33
Big Picture: Employers find encouraging healthier lifestyles can be better for workers' welfare and the company's bottom line
From smoking cessation to CPR to weight management, employers are investing in the health of their workers. - Page 32
Care Questions: Services available for those watching over an aging loved one
Deciding to keep an aging loved one at home can be a challenging decision, but regional services are here to help. - Page 34
Other Stories
Your Voice: Once of Prevention: Being aware of your surroundings can keep you out of dangerous situations
Former Army and Army National Guard infantryman, Ed Stoughton gives professional advice on staying safe at work by utilizing situational awareness, an educational program he offers through his company, Tier III. - Page 4
State of Mind: Hypnotist explains what happens in the process
There are many misconceptions about hypnotism, but licensed pharmacist, nutrition consultant and founder of Enlightened Wellness Solutions, Christina Tarantola dispels the myths and shares how the process can be a healthy choice. - Page 6
Dealing with Dementia: Health and Aging Coalition program intended to help caregivers
Butler County Business Matters editor, Beth Koop spent the morning learning about the unique inside out understanding of dementia and aging through the “Dementia Live” program held at Newhaven Court at Clearview in Butler. - Page 19
Business Memories
Focusing on Growth: St. Barnabas continues to expand services to meet needs
For 118 years, St. Barnabas Health System has been a meeting the needs of seniors throughout Western Pennsylvania. - Page 8
Photo Features
Growing Butler Speaker Series
The Butler County Chamber of Commerce hosted the first of its speaker series events, "Growing Butler," on Feb. 28 at Suncrest Golf and Grille with guest speaker, Jim Roddey, former chief executive of Allegheny County. - Page 14
YMCA 2018 Annual Support Campaign
The Butler County Family YMCA kicked off its 2018 annual Support Campaign, which funds opportunities to provide memberships and programs. The event was held on March 1 at the Hardwood Cafe. - Page 16
Crystal Ball
Butler Health System Foundation celebrated the 2018 Crystal Ball on March 10 at the Pittsburgh Marriott North in Cranberry Township. - Page 24
Meet-N-Move
The Butler County Chamber of Commerce and Alle Kiski Strong Chamber hosted a networking luncheon as the first in a series of Meet-n-Move events for 2018 at Concordia Lutheran Ministries in Cabot on March 6. - Page 44
Women's Leadership Council
The United Way of Butler County's Women's Leadership Council met for a spring mixer on March 20 at Vines Wine Bar in Seven Fields. The networking event was held in celebration of Women's History Month. - Page 46
