Location: Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

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

Jun 24, 2026

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.

Two surgeons in blue sterile gowns and masks work in a high-tech operating room, standing beside a medical device containing a donor heart preserved in a transparent transport box while monitoring surgical equipment and screens.

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center adopts “Heart-in-a-Box” technology to expand reach of donor hearts

Jun 22, 2026

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center has performed its first heart transplant using a new cardiac preservation technology that keeps donor hearts pumping outside the body, marking a […]

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Celebrate Independence Day at ‘An American Salute’ in Hershey

Jun 18, 2026

The sounds of summer – and the spirit of Independence Day – will fill the air once again as Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine invite the community to a beloved seasonal tradition.

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The Medical Minute: Sweltering summer? Avoid heat-related illness

Jun 17, 2026

As temperatures soar this summer, the risk of heat-related illness does, too. Recognizing the symptoms of this preventable illness and getting swift treatment are critically important.

Penn State Health Announces leadership transition for Milton S. Hershey Medical Center Board of Directors

Jun 12, 2026

Penn State Health today announced a planned leadership transition for the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center Board of Directors, with Kathy Pape appointed chair and Rob Bowman named vice chair, […]

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Penn State Health hospitals earn top marks for patient safety in latest Leapfrog ratings

May 6, 2026

Four Penn State Health hospitals earned an “A” safety grade for spring 2026 from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety.

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Cancer education made simple – and fun

Apr 20, 2026

Penn State Cancer Institute and Penn State College of Medicine are closing gaps in cancer prevention through innovative community outreach, education, screening events and research.

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Newest facility dogs bring a ‘beary’ special kind of comfort to Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Apr 15, 2026

Ursa and Yona bring a calming, supportive presence to patient care Two new four-legged caregivers have arrived at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Ursa and Yona, sisters […]

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The Medical Minute: Preserving fertility for the future: What are my options?

Apr 14, 2026

A young cancer survivor tells how fertility preservation kept her options for future motherhood open, while a Penn State Health expert explains egg and sperm freezing and other advanced techniques.

Two canopies branded Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center are set up along the road in front of the medical center. Hospital staff stand under and around the canopies, facing the road.

Dispose of medications safely on National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day April 25

Apr 14, 2026

Penn State Health will collect unwanted, unneeded or expired medications, needles and syringes for safe disposal on Saturday, April 25, as part of National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.

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