Mar 22, 2018
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) has again awarded Penn State Children's Heart Group a three-star rating for congenital heart surgery – the highest designation available.
Mar 21, 2018
As the winter cold season melts into seasonal spring allergies, many people may start to experience sneezing, wheezing and other breathing difficulties. Sometimes, the trouble goes away after a few days, but if it lingers or recurs, asthma could be the culprit.
Mar 16, 2018
In March 2018, 136 fourth-year medical students at Penn State College of Medicine learned their residency destinations at Match Day, an annual tradition.
Mar 15, 2018
Nearly half of adolescents aren't receiving a pair of vaccines to prevent a virus many of them will get.
Mar 14, 2018
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and the We Matter Coalition will hold a special screening of the documentary “Angst: Raising Awareness Around Anxiety” to open up a dialogue between local families, community leaders and experts.
When cost isn't an issue, women will choose more effective, long-term methods of contraception, according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers.
Mar 7, 2018
The bacteria in your gut do more than simply help digest your food. The microorganisms living in your digestive tract can also influence your overall health.
Mar 1, 2018
Most people know doctors recommend a colonoscopy at age 50 to screen for colorectal cancers. What they might not realize is that earlier screening may be necessary if they have a family history of colorectal cancer or other diseases.
Feb 28, 2018
The nurses in the Surgical Anesthesia Intensive Care Unit at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center have been honored by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses.
Penn State Health Children's Hospital has earned special recognition from the American College of Surgeons (ACS) for providing excellent surgical care.
