Apr 11, 2023
Prolung Ngin, a certified registered nurse anesthetist, says by advocating for inclusion and diversity, Penn State Health is “meeting the need of our growing diverse patient population.”
Penn State Health hosted an interfaith event on March 29 on the three major religious holidays taking place in April ─ Ramadan, Passover and Good Friday.
Apr 6, 2023
Penn State College of Medicine researchers have found Black and Hispanic patients with severe allergies are less likely to get a common treatment, allergen immunotherapy, compared to white patients.
Mar 28, 2023
Penn State Health has a strategic plan in place to guide diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives throughout the organization.
Mar 14, 2023
Penn State Health continues to explore innovative ways to meet the needs of our growing and diverse patient populations, and advanced practice providers (APPs) play an integral role in meeting those needs.
Mar 7, 2023
Penn State Health recognizes International Women’s Day on Wednesday, March 8, honoring this year’s theme of “embrace equity.”
Celebrated by Muslims around the world, the observance of Ramadan is held in the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is a time for fasting, reflection, charity and prayer.
Feb 27, 2023
Wanting to learn how to provide culturally sensitive care to patients from all walks of life was the reason Elizabeth Kenion decided to become a certified transcultural nurse.
Feb 21, 2023
Penn State Health celebrates Black History Month with displays featuring the valuable medical contributions of several African and Black Americans, including Drs. Daniel Williams, Charles Drew, Ben Carson and Alexa Irene Canady.
Jan 30, 2023
Penn State Health’s 2023 Inclusion Week began on Jan. 16 with events recognizing Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The health system provided numerous opportunities to honor the work of Dr. King through collaborations with Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey, Hampden, Holy Spirit and St. Joseph medical centers.