Feb 27, 2019
High blood pressure is among the most common medical conditions in the United States. It’s also among the most treatable.
Feb 14, 2019
Caregiver jobs often come loaded with pressures. In fact, caregivers face a higher risk of developing a mental health disorder because of the stress that can accompany taking care of others.
Feb 12, 2019
The Health Systems Science team at Penn State College of Medicine regularly profiles educators who communicate the value of health systems science to medical students. This spotlight highlights William J. Curry, MD, MS.
The Winter 2019 edition of Sports Medicine for the Primary Care provider was recently published. Articles in this edition include "Achilles Tendon Ruptures, "Sever’s Disease: When Bones Grow Too Fast for Tendons," "Infectious Mononucleosis: Know the Risks" and "Research in Brief."
Feb 6, 2019
Whether amateur or professional, performing artists have unique health needs specific to their art form.
Jan 23, 2019
Everyone gets hiccups. And nearly everyone has a theory about the cause and the cure.
Jan 10, 2019
LionCare, a student-run, nonprofit clinic staffed by student and physician volunteers from Penn State College of Medicine and Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, hosted a free clinic Oct. 27 in the city’s impoverished Allison Hill neighborhood.
Jan 9, 2019
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, and the National Cervical Cancer Coalition is urging women to make a New Year’s resolution to talk with their health care providers.
Jan 2, 2019
For many people, the winter months bring a form of depression called seasonal affective disorder, which is characterized by symptoms such as daily feelings of sadness or depression, lack of energy, problems with sleeping, moodiness, changes in appetite and loss of interest in usual activities.
Dec 12, 2018
To practice mindfulness, you must pay attention. It might sound simple, but in our fast-paced society, being engaged in the present moment, on purpose and non-judgmentally, can be a challenge.
