Nov 16, 2020
Urinary incontinence is a common, but nonetheless frustrating and embarrassing problem. The good news is that, for most people, lifestyle changes or medical treatment can help to alleviate the problem.
Nov 10, 2020
When the pandemic began and lockdowns were ordered, many people were all onboard to do their part and help reduce the spread of COVID-19. But after a prolonged period of being vigilant, isolation and anxiety have drained people of their motivation, causing many to become less strict about Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines. We learn more about so-called COVID-19 fatigue from Dr. Julie Graziane and Dr. Jonathan Nunez, both of Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.
Oct 19, 2020
Despite the fact that we’re many months into the COVID-19 pandemic, questions are still swirling about the various types of testing for the novel coronavirus. With incidence of COVID-19 trending upward in the U.S., the topic is as timely as ever. In this interview, we learn about the various types of tests, who should be tested and much more.
Oct 14, 2020
Vascular disease can be any condition that affects a group or network of blood vessels called your circulatory system. Dr. Ali Amin, a vascular surgeon at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, answers viewer questions and gives families some helpful tips on how to address some of these important issues.
Oct 7, 2020
According to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network, an American is sexually assaulted every 73 seconds. Deborah Medley, assistant nurse manager in the Emergency Department at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, discusses the issue of sexual assault and how to get help.
Oct 1, 2020
An emergency is a situation that poses an immediate risk to health, life, property or environment. But people are often not prepared for these emergencies when they occur. Russ Knapp, supervisor of fire safety at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, answers questions and gives families some helpful tips on how to prepare for emergencies before they happen.
Sep 8, 2020
Things look a bit different for labor and delivery patients at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, from enhanced safety measures to opening our brand-new Women and Babies Center. Dr. Christina DeAngelis, obstetrician/gynecologist, provides important information for new moms.
Sep 1, 2020
If natural childbirth is what you're seeking and if it's the best medical approach for you, a midwife can be an excellent option. Angela Klock, a certified nurse midwife with Penn State Health Obstetrics and Gynecology, answers questions and clears up confusion around this approach.
Aug 10, 2020
Hernias can prevent people from engaging in activities that they need to or love to do, and ignoring symptoms can sometimes lead to serious complications. Dr. Eric Pauli, chief of the Division of Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, answers questions about hernias, from symptoms to diagnosis and treatment.
Aug 4, 2020
As a large sector of the workforce continues to work from home each day, the result is often back strain -- as many people make offices out of kitchen tables or quiet nooks elsewhere in their homes. Dr. Timothy Reiter has some important tips to minimize and deal with back pain.
