Location: Penn State Health St. Joseph

Margaret McGinnis, a respiratory therapist with Penn State Health St. Joseph, holds an oxygen mask to the face of a male patient who is lying in bed with his eyes closed. McGinnis is wearing scrubs, a sweat jacket, a lanyard with a nametag and a face mask. Behind her is another hospital bed.

Behind the Scenes on the Front Lines: Respiratory Therapy

Apr 26, 2021

Respiratory therapists have always been an essential part of the health care team, but especially during the pandemic, they have been invaluable in assisting patients with breathing problems.

A view from below of a building bearing a red sign with the word “EMERGENCY” prominently displayed.

The Medical Minute: When to head for urgent care instead of the hospital emergency room

Apr 21, 2021

Urgent care or emergency room? A certified nurse practitioner discusses how to choose what’s right for your crisis in this week’s Medical Minute.

A nurse wearing a face mask gives instructions at a drive-thru COVID-19 testing site

Penn State Health St. Joseph redirects drive-thru COVID-19 testing to new locations

Apr 19, 2021

Penn State Health St. Joseph will redirect COVID-19 testing from its drive-thru location in Bern Township, beginning Wednesday, April 21.

Young woman wakes up happy with a smile on her face in bed in the morning.

The Medical Minute: How sleep affects your overall health

Apr 15, 2021

Most people know a good night’s sleep helps them feel refreshed and invigorated. But fewer realize how vital sleep is to their overall health and well-being.

A woman divides blood samples in a bio safety room into separate tubes to be stored for future research.

College of Medicine biobank accredited by College of American Pathologists

Apr 15, 2021

Patients at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center who provide blood, saliva or other tissue specimens for research at Penn State College of Medicine can rest assured that their donations are in good hands

Female physician in sweater and dress shirt sits at a computer and smiles while talking with a patient during a telehealth visit.

Penn State Health OnDemand upgrades improve patient outcomes, physician workflow

Apr 12, 2021

New upgrades to Penn State Health OnDemand have improved the quality of virtual visits for patients and providers.

A woman in a decorated surgical mask and a beret receives an injection.

The Medical Minute: When you’re in it for the long haul with COVID-19

Apr 7, 2021

For a small group of COVID-19 survivors, often referred to as “long haulers,” fatigue, shortness of breath, dizziness, gastrointestinal symptoms, anxiety and depression can persist for months and can range from mild to incapacitating.

Low angle shot of business people standing behind social distancing signage on office floor. People in queue at office for safe entry checks post coronavirus pandemic.

The Medical Minute: Proceed with caution even after vaccination

Mar 31, 2021

More and more Americans are becoming vaccinated against COVID-19, but headlines warn that the number of cases is rising. What’s up with that?

Rachel Frometa, who is seated and wears a mask and sunglasses on the top of her head, holds the hand of her mother, Betty Frometa, who stands beside her, as a vaccine is pressed into her arm by the hands of a health care worker.

Feeling relieved: Pop-up vaccination clinics reach underserved populations

Mar 30, 2021

Penn State Health is partnering with community organizations and local governments to help Phase 1A-eligible individuals in underserved communities have access to COVID-19 vaccinations.

A group of health care workers in scrubs stand in a hospital room and pose for a photo.

St. Joseph Medical Center Recognizes Guardian Angels for exceptional care

Mar 29, 2021

St. Joseph Medical Center presented three Guardian Angel awards on March 18 to Cancer Center staff recognized by patients and family members for exhibiting kindness and exceptional care.

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