Location: Penn State Health Medical Group

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The Medical Minute: Cramps in the legs could indicate peripheral artery disease

Nov 20, 2019

If you develop severe leg cramps when you walk or exert yourself, the problem might be a serious condition called peripheral artery disease.

About a dozen participants from Penn State Health’s first annual Sandy Sprint pose on the lawn in front of a large brick house. In the forefront, ovarian cancer patient Michelle Kirscht, dressed in a T-shirt and capris, kneels next to her cancer surgeon, Dr. Rebecca Phaeton, gynecologic oncologist at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, who is holding a young boy in her lap.

United front: Fight against ovarian cancer requires attention, treatment, research and funding

Nov 19, 2019

Penn State Health physicians and Penn State College of Medicine researchers team up to combat ovarian cancer through research, treatment and fundraising, including taking part in Hershey’s inaugural Sandy Sprint Superhero Run/Walk.

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A trip to say goodbye: Hershey Medical Center team comes together to help patient see terminally ill wife

Nov 13, 2019

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center staff rallied to help a heart patient visit his wife before she died.

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The Medical Minute: How to discuss family health history with children

Nov 13, 2019

Parents spend hours planning to talk with their children about the “birds and bees.” But moms and dads often ignore an equally important conversation—discussing their family’s overall health history.

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The Medical Minute: Eustachian tube dilation offers safer relief from dysfunction

Nov 6, 2019

Popping your ears by yawning or chewing gum can help alleviate pressure. But if that doesn’t help, a more permanent solution might be Eustachian tube dilation.

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The Medical Minute: How to support people with dementia

Oct 30, 2019

Although there’s no cure for dementia, there are therapies that impact how people can continue to function well and lead good lives.

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Nurses honored for exceptional care and professional achievements

Oct 25, 2019

Nineteen nurses from Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State Health Children's Hospital were recognized for outstanding patient care and professional achievements at the 11th annual Fall Nursing Awards Luncheon.

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The Medical Minute: Intermittent fasting — foolproof or fad?

Oct 23, 2019

Whether you’re a weekend warrior or on a time-restricted schedule, intermittent fasting is the new trend in weight loss. But does it work?

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New law mandates e-prescriptions for controlled substances

Oct 22, 2019

The Pennsylvania Department of Health will require practitioners to issue electronic prescriptions for controlled substances starting Oct. 24.

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The Medical Minute: Providers help women cope with pain of infant loss

Oct 16, 2019

For women who suffer the devastation of an infant loss during pregnancy, emotions can run the gamut. They may feel guilty, angry or even relieved. No matter the feeling, expressing those emotions plays a big role in adapting to life after such a tragic event.

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