Category: Medical Minute

A woman sits on a couch, while a man sits at her feet. Her left hand is holding his head; his right arm is resting on her legs. Both look down with a sullen look on their faces.

The Medical Minute: Preventing suicide during COVID-19

Sep 16, 2020

People contemplating suicide want help. As the COVID-19 pandemic raises the overall level of anxiety, a Penn State Health expert explains how you can help people in crisis in this week’s Medical Minute.

Dr. Zakiyah Kadry, wearing a hair net, surgical headgear, a face mask and a surgical gown, looks down at the operating table. Another staff member is near the camera, out of focus.

The Medical Minute: How COVID-19 has affected organ donation

Sep 10, 2020

With more than 109,000 people on the transplant waiting list nationwide, the need for organ donors remains great. A Penn State Health transplant surgeon explains how donors and recipients are kept safe during the COVID-19 pandemic in this week’s Medical Minute.

A woman lays in a bed, resting her head on her left arm. Her face is slightly out of focus. She holds up a digital thermometer and looks at it.

The Medical Minute: What to expect when COVID-19 meets flu season

Sep 3, 2020

The combining of the COVID-19 pandemic and seasonal flu could make this the best influenza season ever or the worst. Our experts explain why in this week’s Medical Minute.

A man in a dress shirt with a stethoscope around his neck sits at a computer in a clinic room. He talks with a woman who is in the foreground, facing away from the camera. A lung scan is on the computer screen.

The Medical Minute: Understanding pulmonary nodules

Aug 26, 2020

Most pulmonary nodules prove harmless. But in some cases, they can be a sign of lung cancer. Learn how doctors find, test and – if necessary – remove nodules from the lungs.

A woman and a baby lay side by side on their stomachs. They look at each other, smiling. The baby has their hands on a book and a toy in the foreground.

The Medical Minute: Will I need a C-section with my second child?

Aug 20, 2020

Many women pregnant for a second time wonder if they can have a vaginal birth if they previously had a cesarean delivery. Penn State Health experts say it depends a great deal on their first birth experience.

A close-up of a young child looking through the lenses of eye examination equipment, which contains several dials.

The Medical Minute: Common eye conditions in children

Aug 6, 2020

While pediatricians routinely screen infants and toddlers for vision problems, parents should also be aware of common eye conditions. With knowledge and action, they can help set up their children for healthy vision — for the classroom and beyond.

Serious female ER doctor holds up three fingers while talking with injured female elementary age soccer player. The doctor is asking the girl how many fingers she is holding up. The girl is wearing a medal and soccer uniform.

The Medical Minute: What to look for in a student athlete sidelined by injury

Jul 29, 2020

Parents and coaches are well-versed in recognizing headaches as a sign of concussion in student athletes. However, the symptoms of mood and emotional disturbance are more difficult to identify and harder for teens and those around them to understand.

A close-up shot of a tick sitting on human skin.

The Medical Minute: What you need to know about Lyme disease

Jul 22, 2020

Summer means ample healthy outdoor activities, but the tiny deer tick may have other plans for us. As Pennsylvania leads the nation in Lyme disease infections, it’s critical to know how to minimize the risk of contracting the disease and recognize the symptoms of an infection.

A close-up image of a large sign reading “EMERGENCY” at the Hershey Medical Center Emergency Department entrance.

The Medical Minute: Don’t let COVID-19 stop you from seeking critical medical care

Jul 16, 2020

When seeking critical medical care, minutes count — especially when dealing with cases of suspected heart attack or stroke. Yet many patients in need of emergency care have delayed or avoided a trip to the hospital fearing possible infection with COVID-19.

A man stands in the produce section of a grocery store, holding up a bunch of bananas and looking at them. He is wearing a face mask. Other shoppers are in the background.

The Medical Minute: Separating mask myths from facts

Jul 9, 2020

We see and hear new COVID-19 news almost every minute of the day. But separating facts from fiction can get challenging, especially when it comes to masks. We bust some common mask myths with two Penn State Health experts.

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