Apr 9, 2018
The flavor of an e-cigarette may affect more than a consumer's taste buds, according to Penn State researchers who say the chemicals that make up the different flavors also produce different levels of free radicals.
Apr 5, 2018
The grant will provide support for development of new cancer treatment drugs, clinical trials to test promising new therapies and recruitment of leading cancer researchers in key disciplines.
Apr 4, 2018
There are many factors that determine your likelihood of developing cancer, including age, genetic predisposition and lifestyle.
A new $5.5 million addition to the Penn State Health St. Joseph Cancer Center to open by year's end will offer people in the Berks region faster, more targeted radiation treatments close to home.
Apr 2, 2018
Penn State College of Medicine has created a new Department of Radiation Oncology and named Dr. Rickhesvar Mahraj, professor of radiology and pediatrics, its interim chair.
Mar 30, 2018
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is celebrating National Doctors' Day, an annual observance to recognize the contributions of physicians to the communities they serve.
Mar 27, 2018
The longevity and health improvements seen in animals on sulfur amino acid-restricted diets could translate to people, according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers.
Mar 26, 2018
Kaia, a therapy dog at Penn State Health Children's Hospital, was the first facility dog ever in a Pennsylvania children's hospital, and is making a huge difference in the lives of pediatric patients.
Mar 15, 2018
Nearly half of adolescents aren't receiving a pair of vaccines to prevent a virus many of them will get.
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.