In shipshape: Hampden Medical Center consultant enjoys time off with his son
By Carolyn Kimmel When Mechanicsburg resident George Yatsky climbs on his pontoon boat at City Island in Harrisburg, there’s no one he’d rather have as first mate than his son, Trent. “We explore some...
View ArticleEvents planned to mark Juneteenth this Saturday
Organizations throughout central Pennsylvania are sponsoring a variety of activities to celebrate Juneteenth this Saturday, June 19. There is cause for celebration as both the House and the Senate...
View ArticleResident graduates from Integrated Interventional Radiology-Diagnostic...
Our graduating resident from the Integrated Interventional Radiology-Diagnostic Radiology (IR-DR) Residency marked the completion of his training during a ceremony at the Hershey Country Club on June...
View ArticleResidents graduate from Diagnostic Radiology program
Six residents from the Diagnostic Radiology Residency program marked the completion of their training during a ceremony at the Hershey Country Club on June 17, 2021. “It is with joy that we say...
View ArticlePenn State Health Dermatology Department wants to educate girls about...
When she was growing up, Dr. Claire Hollins saw women around her who wore hairstyles so tight it caused them pain. Those hairstyles never appealed to her, she said, because of the discomfort she...
View ArticlePenn State Health changes preprocedural COVID-19 testing process July 5
Declining COVID-19 positivity rates and increased vaccinations are the driving factors behind Penn State Health’s decision to revise its preprocedural testing requirements beginning Monday, July 5....
View ArticlePenn State Health expands access to primary and specialty care services in...
By cutting the ribbons on two new outpatient locations in Harrisburg, Penn State Health is enhancing access to its primary and specialty care services in central Pennsylvania. Today Penn State Health...
View ArticleHappy Anniversary: Employees honored for work milestones
Congratulations to the following Penn State Health employees who are celebrating a milestone work anniversary between June 16 and June 22. They put our values into action every day. Employees are...
View ArticlePenn State Health seeks proposals from local artists for commission work
Penn State Health is seeking applications and samples from a variety of artists who work in various media to be considered for future commissions or purchase of artwork. The artwork will be installed...
View Article‘Right here’: Penn State Health launches West Shore advertising campaign
Penn State Health launched a new advertising campaign this week featuring local radio personality Nancy Ryan. The TV spots highlight that comprehensive health care is available “right here” on the West...
View ArticleSleep apnea in children linked to increased risk of high blood pressure in...
Children with obstructive sleep apnea are nearly three times more likely to develop high blood pressure when they become teenagers than children who never experience sleep apnea, according to a Penn...
View ArticleEnhanced security part of July 1 Penn State Health OnDemand upgrade
A new software upgrade for the Penn State Health OnDemand app will give patients an extra layer of security during virtual visits and while accessing their personal health information. The upgrade by...
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Medical Laboratory Science Program receives accreditation
When Mya Falcioni first walked into a laboratory, she was instantly fascinated by all the work done there. “It’s like a big puzzle that you have to figure out,” she said. “Opening the door to the lab...
View ArticleThe Medical Minute: Making healthy choices may reduce Alzheimer’s risk
No effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease exists, even though more than 5 million Americans have it. But what if there was a way to reduce the risk? Research suggests there may be methods to...
View ArticleProbiotic Lactobacillus acidophilus shows promise for treating inflammatory...
A study by Penn State College of Medicine researchers suggests that a type of probiotic found in various brands of yogurt may help with treating certain intestinal inflammation disorders. Dr. Thomas...
View ArticlePenn State Health celebrates LGBT Pride Month by lighting Crescent
In honor of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Pride Month, Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State College of Medicine will light the iconic Crescent in rainbow...
View ArticleCollege of Medicine issues interim guidance on on-site, remote work
Work location decisions for Penn State College of Medicine will remain at the discretion of individual business units through December 2021, according to guidance issued June 23 by Human Resources. The...
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Cancer, concussions and COVID-19: College of Medicine faculty receive funds...
Penn State College of Medicine researchers received 140 research grants totaling nearly $22 million for their projects between January and March 2021. Faculty will investigate why patients with heart...
View ArticlePenn State Health Children’s Hospital expands to 24/7 emergency department...
Pediatric nurses and a dedicated attending physician will staff the pediatric emergency department at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital 24 hours a day, seven days a week, beginning Thursday, July...
View ArticlePeople living with HIV/AIDS have a significantly higher risk of suicide
A new study by researchers at Penn State College of Medicine indicates that people living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) — approximately 38...
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