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A group of people and a costumed Nittany Lion pose for a photo in front of Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital, many of them smiling and pointing, “goofy pose” style. They hold a large sign that reads “Thank You!”

Penn State Health celebrates naming of Golisano Children’s Hospital

Jul 28, 2026

Penn State Health unveiled new Golisano Children’s Hospital signage on July 24, marking the next chapter in celebrating philanthropist Tom Golisano’s transformational $50 million gift, one of the largest in the health system’s history.

Cyclosporiasis parasite in Petri dish on top of leafy greens and berries. Credit: Getty Images | wildpixel

What causes food poisoning? Symptoms, treatment and prevention tips

Jul 22, 2026

Thousands of people nationwide have become ill in an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak. A Penn State Health infectious diseases physician shares tips on how to prevent food poisoning and recognize symptoms.

A mother and father smile in front of their infant son who is in an incubator in a hospital neonatal intensive care unit. The mother touches the baby’s hand.

The Medical Minute: After miscarriage, finding answers and a path forward

Jul 22, 2026

Nearly one in four U.S. pregnancies end in miscarriage before 20 weeks. Penn State Health maternal-fetal medicine physicians explain treatment options and support for families facing recurrent pregnancy loss.

A doctor wearing a physician’s coat points to a computer screen with an ultrasound image on it. Another clinical staff member looks on. A wall in the near background has a mural of two people sitting on a bench looking out over a body of water.

Penn State Health hospitals nationally recognized for commitment to excellence in cardiovascular and stroke care

Jul 21, 2026

Penn State Health’s hospitals have been recognized by the American Heart Association for excellence in heart disease and stroke treatment. The awards honor sustained adherence to research-based guidelines that improve patient care and outcomes.

Joanie Miller gestures during a discussion at a table while three other people look on

$2.5M grant to start street medicine program at College of Medicine

Jul 16, 2026

A grant will support a new street medicine program at Penn State College of Medicine that aims to serve unsheltered populations in both urban and rural areas in southcentral Pennsylvania.

Before-and-after images show a woman with facial synkinesis. In the first image, her mouth pulls toward the upper-left. In the second image, her mouth is symmetrical.

The Medical Minute: A tick bite left her face paralyzed. Specialized treatment helped her smile again

Jul 15, 2026

Facial synkinesis happens when facial nerves send mixed signals, leading to unwanted movements. Penn State Health specialists offer injections, therapy and surgery to help improve function and quality of life.

A group of about 15 people wearing professional attire stand in the hallway of a newly refurbished hospital unit. A man in the foreground has his arm extended outward as he speaks to the group.

Penn State Health relocates inpatient psychiatric services to Holy Spirit Medical Center

Jul 13, 2026

Penn State Health is relocating inpatient psychiatric services for adults, adolescents and children to Holy Spirit Medical Center, expanding access to behavioral health care with 53 new inpatient beds and further integrating services under the Penn State Health Psychiatry and Behavioral Health identity.

Fireworks are shown exploding in the sky.

The Medical Minute: Relax and let the experts handle your Independence Day fireworks

Jul 1, 2026

Want to enjoy Independence Day fireworks responsibly? A Penn State Health physician offers tips to help you celebrate with a bang – safely.

Portraits of David Richard, MD (faculty), and Antoinette Hu, MD (resident), are shown next to the words Exceptional Moments in Teaching.

Richard and Hu recognized for Exceptional Moments in Teaching

Jul 1, 2026

David Richard, MD, faculty member, and Antoinette Hu, MD, resident, were recognized through the “Exceptional Moments in Teaching” program.

Close-up image of comfrey, a purple flower in a field of green.

Q&A: What does science say about plants as medicine?

Jun 25, 2026

Plants have always played an integral role in traditional medicine and healing practices, according to Kent Vrana, Elliot S. Vesell Professor of Pharmacology at Penn State College of Medicine, and they continue to shape health and medicine today.

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