Location: Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center

A physician in an operating room wearing scrubs and glasses stands over a patient and looks at a computer monitor.

The Medical Minute: Understanding AFib and how to treat it

Jul 31, 2024

By itself, AFib isn’t life-threatening, but it can lead to life-threatening consequences. A Penn State Health expert discusses why that flutter in your chest is important and new treatments that are available.

The head of a Nittany Lion statue with small American flags stuck in the ground beside it.

More than 350 flags pay tribute to veterans, active military through Flags of Honor program

Jul 24, 2024

Thanks to support for Penn State Health’s Flags of Honor program, more than 350 American flags were displayed at the entrances of our community hospitals Memorial Day through July 15.

Steve Massini poses for a photo wearing a suit and seated near a Nittany Lion statue.

Penn State Health CEO Steve Massini to retire

Jul 18, 2024

Steve Massini, chief executive officer since 2019 and the first Penn State alumnus to lead the University’s health system, has announced he will retire effective Oct. 1.

A flock of birds swoops over a herd of cattle.

The Medical Minute: Why experts are watching the H5N1 bird flu so closely

Jul 17, 2024

Word of bird flu infections is raising concerns among epidemiologists. A Penn State Health expert discusses recent developments with H5N1 and why scientists are watching it closely.

Two men and two women pose in front of a vertical banner that says, “Welcome to the West Shore’s newest hospital.” The gentlemen are in the middle holding a large presentation check for $300,000 written to Penn State Health from McClure Company.

McClure Company gift supports Penn State Health’s two newest community hospitals

Jul 10, 2024

McClure Company has committed $300,000 to support Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center and Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center.

Feet standing on an electronic scale.

The Medical Minute: What to know about Ozempic and weight loss drugs

Jul 10, 2024

Weight-loss drugs are all over the news these days. A Penn State Health expert helps separate fact from fiction and determine what’s the safest alterative for the people who need them.

Eight people shovel ceremonial dirt while wearing hard hats.

Penn State Health begins construction on comprehensive cancer center at Hampden Medical Center

Jun 26, 2024

Penn State Health today celebrated the expansion of its integrated network of comprehensive cancer services with a groundbreaking ceremony for Penn State Health Cancer Center at Hampden Medical Center.

Fireworks are shown exploding in the sky.

The Medical Minute: Relax and let the experts handle your Independence Day fireworks

Jun 26, 2024

Want to enjoy Independence Day fireworks responsibly? A Penn State Health physician offers tips to help you celebrate with a bang – safely.

Young girls put on life jackets while standing along the side of a lake.

The Medical Minute: Open water safety 101

Jun 19, 2024

At the beach or on a boat, there are extra safety considerations to keep in mind when it comes to open, natural bodies of water — like oceans, lakes, rivers and ponds. Two Penn State Health experts offer advice in this Medical Minute.

A dermatologist in latex gloves examines a woman for skin cancer.

The Medical Minute: What to know about skin cancer

Jun 12, 2024

Skin cancer is common, but the good news is – it’s preventable, treatable and in many cases, curable. A Penn State Health expert discusses how to protect yourself and when you should see a doctor.

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