Jun 12, 2025
About one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer ─ the second-leading cause of cancer death in men, the American Cancer Society says. A Penn State Health urologic oncology surgeon explains when to get checked and how it’s treated.
May 28, 2025
More than 38 million Americans are part of a club they never wanted to join – the 11.6% of the population living with diabetes. But the lead diabetes program coordinator at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center says there’s good news: it’s not too late to take action.
May 14, 2025
As she neared her 70s, her fourth decade as a dog trainer, Polly Hornberger of Birdsboro, Berks County, faced a new challenge when preparing for dog shows. “I was doing […]
May 7, 2025
Strokes and heart attacks are often believed to be more common in men, but women make up half of all stroke cases. A neurologist from Penn State Health explains the specific health factors that may increase stroke risk in women.
Apr 30, 2025
Dense breasts contain more tissue than fat and can make breast cancer harder to detect. A Penn State Health breast imaging radiologist explains what other screening options may improve early detection.
Apr 23, 2025
When menopause hits, your risk of bone fractures goes up. Penn State Health experts tell how to protect your skeleton (and deal with other menopause symptoms, too).
Apr 22, 2025
A new analysis of data from the Women’s Health Initiative found that oral hormone therapy may improve biomarkers of cardiovascular health, including cholesterol, over the long-term in women in menopause.
Apr 2, 2025
The warning signs of head and neck cancer can be easy to miss. But according to a Penn State Health physician, prevention is possible.
Mar 19, 2025
Does your partner keep leaving for the guest room because of your snoring? You could have sleep apnea. A Penn State Health sleep medicine specialist explains the serious health effects of this often-overlooked condition ─ and the treatments that can help you get a restful night’s sleep.
Mar 12, 2025
Feeling tired all the time? A Penn State Health family medicine physician shares simple tips on lifestyle changes, sleep hygiene habits and diet to help improve your sleep.
