Feb 5, 2025
Not all heart attacks have telltale symptoms like chest pain. A Penn State Health cardiologist shares signs of a silent heart attack and tips to protect your heart.
Jan 29, 2025
Norovirus, often called the stomach flu, is spreading rapidly in the U.S. A Penn State Health infectious diseases specialist explains why—and why hand sanitizer isn’t effective against it.
Dec 12, 2024
Ratings from U.S. News & World Report single out hospitals offering high-quality labor and delivery services Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center has been honored as a High Performing […]
Dec 5, 2024
The same virus that causes chickenpox can also reemerge as shingles, causing a painful string of rashes. A Penn State Health family medicine physician discusses the symptoms and why he recommends the shingles vaccine for adults 50 and older and adults with weakened immune systems.
Nov 12, 2024
Minimally invasive procedure reduces risk of future stroke Penn State Health recently completed its 300th transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR) procedure. The achievement comes as the health system also marks the […]
Nov 6, 2024
One in five Americans suffers from acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease, when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus. Treatments include lifestyle changes, medications and now a minimally invasive procedure called the LINX Reflux Management System.
Oct 30, 2024
As the cold weather approaches, it’s important to protect your family from the flu, COVID-19 and RSV. A Penn State Health pediatrician shares some simple tips to help keep everyone healthy.
Oct 8, 2024
For the 14th consecutive year, Penn State Health Children’s Hospital has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report for its exceptional patient care.
Sep 25, 2024
Concussions, meniscus tears and ankle sprains can happen to any athlete. But not every athlete has an army of sports medicine experts behind them. Four Penn State Health experts discuss common sports injuries among athletes and what you can do to prevent them.
Sep 18, 2024
Ow, ow, ow. A little soreness after a workout is normal. But how much is – ow – too much? A Penn State Health expert weighs in.