Dec 12, 2023
Penn State Health has created a plan to address stroke health equity for patients cared for throughout the organization.
Oct 25, 2023
The Joint Commission has certified Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center, signifying a high level of commitment to caring for stroke patients.
Jul 14, 2023
Twin sisters Alana and Alicia Webb have even more in common than they thought – a rare progressive cerebrovascular disease – that required a long, delicate surgery, both on the same day.
Mar 10, 2023
Images of gold seal and a heart, depicting the awards from The Joint Commission and American Heart Association for Primary Stroke Center designation.
Jul 14, 2022
Young stroke patients who have a seizure following their diagnosis are at greater risk of developing dementia than patients who don’t experience seizures, according to a College of Medicine study.
May 18, 2022
You can’t feel carotid stenosis, but the blockage of an artery in your neck can cause a stroke. Remedies include drugs, surgery and a new minimally invasive procedure called TCAR.
Sep 8, 2021
To help prevent a stroke — a common and serious risk associated with AFib — patients are treated with blood thinners. But for some, the medication itself can be risky.
May 25, 2021
There are two types of stroke -- ischemic and hemorrhagic -- with hemorrhagic being less common. It happens when a blood vessel breaks and bleeds into the brain. Within minutes, brain cells begin to die. In this interview, neurologist Dr. David Wilkinson talks about the symptoms, causes and treatment of hemorrhagic stroke -- and why it's critical to seek prompt medical attention when stroke is suspected.
May 11, 2021
A stroke is considered a medical emergency. It happens when a blood vessel in the brain bursts or, more commonly, when a blockage happens. Without treatment, cells in the brain can quickly begin to die. This can cause serious disability or even death. Program Coordinator Morgan Boyer, from Penn State Health St. Joseph, provides important information to help families recognize the symptoms of stroke.
Apr 21, 2021
Urgent care or emergency room? A certified nurse practitioner discusses how to choose what’s right for your crisis in this week’s Medical Minute.
