Nov 3, 2021
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Nov. 2 gave emergency authorization for use of the Pfizer BioNTech vaccine for children as young as 5 years old. A pediatrician answers questions.
Penn State Health is now administering doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 5 to 17 years old at its dedicated vaccination sites in Berks, Cumberland, Dauphin and Lancaster counties.
Oct 25, 2021
African American men are at the highest risk for both developing and dying from prostate cancer. It is essential that this population take preventative measures and seek appropriate treatment if diagnosed.
Oct 20, 2021
Family traits can be a source of pride – and a source of worry. Fortunately, only 5% to 10% of all cancers can be linked to a genetic mutation passed on from your mom or dad. How can you gauge your genetic risk?
Oct 14, 2021
After a year of COVID-19 precautions that saw virtually no cases of this common childhood illness, respiratory syncytial virus – or RSV – is back with a vengeance, and health care professionals are concerned.
Oct 7, 2021
Penn State Health is now offering booster shots of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to fully vaccinated individuals who meet eligibility requirements.
Oct 6, 2021
“Is anyone here an advanced practice provider?” Their name might not have the same ring to it as their doctor counterparts, but other members of a health care team are playing bigger roles in care. A guide to other people behind the stethoscopes in this week’s Medical Minute.
Oct 4, 2021
The Penn State Health Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion encourages employees to show support for sexual and gender minority patients and colleagues by wearing rainbow socks for National Coming Out Day on Monday, Oct. 11.
Oct 1, 2021
Starting today, more West Shore residents have easier access to high quality health care, with the opening of Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center.
Sep 29, 2021
Long a polarizing issue among adults, masks have become a source of contention among children and, unfortunately, a perfect set-up for bullying, with children taking many of their cues from things they hear their parents say at home.
