Nov 16, 2017
About 100 million Americans suffer with chronic pain, which is also the leading cause of long-term disability in the United States. Dr. Michael Sather talks about the causes -- and some innovative treatment options.
With rifle deer season around the corner in Pennsylvania, thousands of hunters – of all ages – are preparing to head into the woods. Falls from tree stands continue to be a common hunting accident, yet can sometimes be overlooked – for example, when hunting safety courses focus on firearms.
Nov 1, 2017
Hunters with risk factors for heart disease might worry more about having a heart attack while enjoying their sport than being hit by a stray bullet.
Oct 30, 2017
Lancaster County residents will have greater access to Penn State Health services and providers when a new primary and specialty care center opens along Noll Drive just northwest of Lancaster city.
Oct 25, 2017
New numbers from the National Center for Health Statistics show that rates of obesity have increased by at least 30 percent in both adults and children the past 15 years. Some doctors aren't surprised.
Oct 19, 2017
High blood pressure is often thought of as a grown-up problem, but nearly 1 in 30 children suffer from the condition. Unfortunately, many of those pediatric cases go undetected.
Oct 5, 2017
One out of every 25 children will develop scoliosis, or curvature of the spine. While some are babies or toddlers when diagnosed, most cases occur during the pre-teen years.
Oct 2, 2017
Penn State Health today welcomed the providers, staff and practice sites of Physicians' Alliance, LTD (PAL) to its growing health system.
Sep 28, 2017
Each year, the flu season is a bit of a guessing game. While much is left to chance, some things can be done to plan for and prevent influenza, which is responsible for thousands of deaths each year nationwide.
Sep 25, 2017
The Conquer Run, a competitive 5K run and fun walk through Hersheypark, raised more than $132,285 for Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Children's Hospital and the fight against childhood cancer.
