Location: Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

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Popular electronic cigarette may deliver nicotine more effectively than others, researchers say

Nov 15, 2019

When it comes to nicotine delivery, not all electronic cigarettes are created equally, according to Penn State researchers

Four people – two men and two women – pose outside for a photo holding an oversized check made out to Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, in the amount of $1 million. It’s signed by Dallas Krapf. A building with windows is in the background, as are bushes and flowers.

Penn State philanthropists commit $1 million to build new chapel on Hershey Medical Center campus

Nov 13, 2019

Longtime Penn State philanthropists Dallas and Diane Krapf have committed $1 million—their largest single contribution to the University to date—to build a new interfaith chapel on the campus of Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.

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The Medical Minute: How to discuss family health history with children

Nov 13, 2019

Parents spend hours planning to talk with their children about the “birds and bees.” But moms and dads often ignore an equally important conversation—discussing their family’s overall health history.

A group of men, women and children gather around an oversized check for $751.52 made out to Children’s Miracle Network.

Pay 4 Play fundraiser smashes record

Nov 12, 2019

The annual People’s Pay 4 Play on WQXA-FM 105.7 The X raised a record-breaking $359,410 for Children’s Miracle Network at Penn State Children’s Hospital.

Five women pose with an oversized check in the amount of $10,000, made out from Highmark to Penn State Health. The Memo line reads: Eye glasses for students in need. A desk and office shelves are in the background.

Highmark Blue Shield grant to provide eye glasses for students in underserved schools

Nov 7, 2019

Highmark Blue Shield has granted $10,000 to Penn State Health in support of a community health initiative to cover standard vision assessments and the cost of eye glasses for students in need in two school districts.

An aerial view of Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State College of Medicine shows tall buildings, a parking lot with cars in the foreground and hills with trees in the background.

Hershey Medical Center again earns top safety marks from Leapfrog

Nov 7, 2019

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center has once again earned the highest grade on The Leapfrog Group’s latest safety ranking report card.

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The Medical Minute: Eustachian tube dilation offers safer relief from dysfunction

Nov 6, 2019

Popping your ears by yawning or chewing gum can help alleviate pressure. But if that doesn’t help, a more permanent solution might be Eustachian tube dilation.

Trinity Stryker hoists a decorative bag. She’s wearing sunglasses, wings and antennae. All around her are other children and adults in costume holding bags.

Penn State Children’s Hospital brings Halloween spirit to pediatric patients

Nov 4, 2019

Pediatric patients at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital experienced the fun of the Halloween season with a costume parade and party organized by Child Life staff on Oct. 31.

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The Medical Minute: How to support people with dementia

Oct 30, 2019

Although there’s no cure for dementia, there are therapies that impact how people can continue to function well and lead good lives.

Judy Dillon’s hands cradle her smiling startled fact. She stands at a table upon which are glasses and cups and saucers. Smiling people look on.

Nurses honored for exceptional care and professional achievements

Oct 25, 2019

Nineteen nurses from Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State Children’s Hospital were recognized for outstanding patient care and professional achievements at the 11th annual Fall Nursing Awards Luncheon.

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