Dec 1, 2022
Gift they’ll love. Check. Festive paper. Check. Is it safe? Two Penn State Health Children’s Hospital experts help make sure your holiday gift is hazard-free.
Nov 30, 2022
Twelve-year-old Coltin Kenning and his mother, Stephanie Kenning, presented a check for more than $23,000 to express gratitude for the care Coltin, who has hydrocephalus, has received at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital.
Nov 22, 2022
The facility dog program at the region’s only children’s hospital is again expanding by four legs as Captain, a golden retriever, begins working in two outpatient clinics.
Can’t … keep … eyes … open. Too ... much ... turkey … A Penn State Health pharmacologist weighs in on tryptophan – is it a myth or the reason you’re sleeping at the dinner table?
Nov 18, 2022
The 16th annual People’s Pay 4 Play on 105.7 THE X on Nov. 17 and 18 raised $352,067.09 for Children’s Miracle Network at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital.
Nov 17, 2022
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner rooms are special areas set aside for victims of sexual assault so that they can bypass the triage area of the public Emergency Department and get the care they need in the most comfortable atmosphere possible. Two Penn State Health nurses trained in treating victims share what patients can expect.
Nov 15, 2022
A new study by Penn State College of Medicine finds that small molecules found in most humans’ breast milk may reduce the likelihood of infants developing allergic conditions.
Nov 9, 2022
Cases of respiratory illnesses – particularly RSV – are on the rise. A Penn State Health Children’s Hospital infectious disease physician explains why, and what you can do.
We’ve been hearing a lot about RSV -- or respiratory syncytial virus -- lately. While cases are reported every year, an early influx of cases -- and of hospitalizations, including among children -- is adding to concern this year. We find out what parents need to know from Dr. Jessica Ericson, a pediatric infectious diseases physician, and Dr. Duane Williams, a pediatric critical care physician -- both of Penn State Health Children's Hospital.
Nov 2, 2022
With temptations at every turn, how can you stay healthy through to the new year? Here are some tips to enjoying the flavors of the season with minimal guilt.
