In a pink, motorized toy car adapted especially for her, Elyse Brown can finally keep up with her two active older brothers.
Click to view article: Physical therapists and high school students team up for Go Baby Go! program
To practice mindfulness, you must pay attention. It might sound simple, but in our fast-paced society, being engaged in the present moment, on purpose and non-judgmentally, can be a challenge.
Click to view article: The Medical Minute: Practicing mindfulness can help with everyday stress
As Santa Claus works all month to oversee toy manufacturing and sleigh maintenance, he took some time out of his packed schedule to virtually visit with patients at Penn State Children’s Hospital.
Click to view article: Santa makes cyber-stop at Penn State Children’s Hospital
The 11th annual Neiman Marcus Runway Show and Luncheon on Nov. 30 raised a record-breaking $140,000 for Children’s Miracle Network at Penn State Children’s Hospital.
Click to view article: Giving is always in fashion: Event raises record amount for CMN
Adults look forward to seeing a child’s face light up at the sight of a new toy during the holidays. But as we begin to shop this season, safety should play a critical role when selecting that special gift.
Click to view article: Ask Us Anything About… Toy Safety
Youth winter sports are underway, and with a recent increase in national attention on the possible dangers of head trauma for athletes, it is important for coaches, parents and players to recognize symptoms of a concussion and also help lessen their likelihood of occurring.
Click to view article: The Medical Minute: Understand the danger of concussion as winter sports begin
A research team at Penn State College of Medicine will study universal school based screening of adolescents for major depressive disorder with the help of a three-year, $2 million funding award from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI).
Click to view article: College of Medicine researchers to study universal depression screening in adolescents
The 12th annual People’s Pay 4 Play on WQXA-FM 105.7 The X on Nov. 8 and 9 raised a record-breaking $265,010 for Children’s Miracle Network at Penn State Children’s Hospital.
Click to view article: Pay 4 Play to benefit Children’s Hospital sets new record
As parents, we know it’s a lot easier to grab takeout that we know our kids like than to cook something new. But easiest is not always best – as poor dietary habits can lead to obesity and all the health problems that come with it. In this interview with Kara Bowers, a dietitian with Penn State PRO Wellness, you'll learn how to create a supportive nutrition environment in your home.
Click to view article: Ask Us Anything About… Family Nutrition
Four Diamonds Mini-THON and the Pennsylvania Association of Student Councils (PASC) today announced a strategic partnership to expand leadership opportunities and benefits for their students and schools by uniting in their shared goals of empowering students, developing leaders and inspiring acts of service.
Click to view article: Four Diamonds Mini-THON and Pennsylvania Association of Student Councils announce new partnership
