Location: Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center

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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.

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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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Penn State Health and College of Medicine earn 10 CPBJ Health Care Heroes honors

Apr 13, 2026

Ten Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine employees and teams were recognized as Health Care Heroes in Central Penn Business Journal’s (CPBJ) 2026 awards program. They were honored by local health care industry leaders at an April 9 awards event.

Two MRI technologists stand next to a male patient who is about to go into an MRI machine. The patient has a headgear on his head and a nasal cannula under his nose.

The Medical Minute: Latest treatments help ease essential tremor symptoms

Mar 4, 2026

Essential tremor is a neurological movement disorder that causes uncontrollable shaking. A Penn State Health neurosurgeon discusses current treatment options, including focused ultrasound, and how they may help reduce symptoms.

Angelina Sickora, clinical nutrition manager at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, holds a yogurt container as she looks at a woman patient who is seen from behind.

The Medical Minute: The new Food Pyramid: Where protein fits on your plate

Feb 25, 2026

The USDA’s new dietary guidelines boost protein, but Penn State Health nutrition experts recommend prioritizing plant proteins, limiting ultra-processed foods and saturated fat, and focusing on balanced eating over trends.

A doctor uses a stethoscope listen to the heartbeat of an older patient.

The Medical Minute: Heart, mind – a profound connection

Feb 18, 2026

Heart problems can make you worry, and worry can ultimately lead to heart problems. A Penn State Health expert discusses the link between heart and mind.

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The Medical Minute: Safe home checklist: Look for these common hazards

Feb 4, 2026

Millions of children are injured at home each year. A Penn State Health pediatric trauma and injury prevention specialist shares top hazards to watch to keep your child safe.

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The Medical Minute: Why am I so dizzy?

Jan 28, 2026

Nearly 40% of U.S. adults experience vertigo at least once. Penn State Health ear specialists explain the difference between vertigo and dizziness and the latest treatments to stop the spin.

Three women and a man smile as they pose for a photo in the hallway of a doctor’s practice. From left, are mother Jessica Hammaker; Dr. Stephanie Estes, obstetrician-gynecologist; Jamie Ober, registered nurse, holding baby Miles; and father Justin Baer.

The Medical Minute: Family on your timeline: Latest trends in family planning, fertility treatments and preservation

Jan 21, 2026

Infertility affects 10 to 15% of heterosexual couples. Penn State Health reproductive endocrinologists explain the latest fertility treatment options, along with family planning and fertility preservation.

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Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital reaffirms support for routine childhood immunizations

Jan 12, 2026

Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital continues to strongly support routine childhood immunizations as a cornerstone of protecting infants and children from serious, preventable diseases.

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