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Heavy smokers and obese smokers gain the most weight after quitting

For smokers, the number of cigarettes smoked per day and current body mass index are predictive of changes in weight after quitting smoking, according to researchers at Penn State College […]

August 13, 2015

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The Medical Minute: Looking good to feel better during cancer treatment

When facing a cancer diagnosis, it can be challenging to keep one's spirits up. For women, the side effects that treatment may have on their physical appearance can make it […]

October 28, 2015

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Kraschnewski to head PRO Wellness Center

Penn State Hershey PRO Wellness Center has announced that Dr. Jennifer Kraschnewski will serve as its newly appointed executive director effective November 1.

October 29, 2015

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The Medical Minute: Surviving cancer can bring new challenges

Millions of adults and children across the U.S. identify as cancer survivors. Beating cancer can transform someone's life and lead to a new sense of gratitude – but it can […]

June 1, 2016

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Physician Assistant students pack 18,000 meals for Stop Hunger Now

Nearly 100 volunteers, led by students from the Physician Assistant (PA) Program at Penn State College of Medicine and other members of the campus community, recently packaged more than 18,000 […]

September 7, 2016

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The Medical Minute: The evolving guidelines on screen time for kids

Digital media changes so quickly that the American Academy of Pediatrics updated its recommendations on media use and screen time for children just a year after issuing its previous guidelines.

October 27, 2016

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The Medical Minute: Joint cracks and pops usually not cause for concern

It's not unusual for your body to make “popping” or “cracking” sounds as you lean over, twist or reach for something. Fortunately, it's also typically not a cause for worry.

January 18, 2017

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Jeffrey Peters appointed deputy director of Penn State Cancer Institute

Penn State Cancer Institute has appointed Jeffrey M. Peters, distinguished professor of molecular toxicology and carcinogenesis in the College of Agricultural Sciences and the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences at Penn State, as its new deputy director.

February 20, 2017

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The Medical Minute: Water beats sports drinks for young athletes

Many people associate playing sports with drinking sports drinks – in some cases because it's what they see the professionals do. But all of that extra sugar and salt may be doing more harm than good.

April 6, 2017

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StudyFinder expands to include more research studies seeking volunteers

More research studies recruiting at Penn State are now searchable at StudyFinder, an online database that connects interested volunteers with the variety of studies University researchers are conducting.

June 1, 2017

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