Tips to avoid skin damage
Wednesday, May 02, 2012According to the American Academy of Dermatology, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. People of all races get skin cancer. Here are some tips for sun safety. (more)
Still Life
Commencement across Penn State: Spring 2012
Spring commencement 2012 under way
Penn State, Moroccan students problem-solve together
Finals Week Spring Semester 2012
Children explore career options at University Park
Painting the Lines at Beaver Stadium
Did They Get It Right? - RedTails
Iconic Penn State elm taken down over spring break 2012
We ... are Penn State (December 19, 2011)
Disease stricken matching elm tree slated for removal
Penn State's creamery, from the cow to the cone
Health and Wellness
The Medical Minute: No such thing as a 'safe' tan
Wednesday, May 23, 2012In the United States, one person dies of melanoma every hour. Incidence of melanoma continues to rise in young adults -- particularly among female adolescents and young adults -- because they are much more likely to use UV tanning beds. (more)
The Medical Minute: Solitaire for stroke -- It's not a game
Monday, May 21, 2012Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in North America -- down from third. Despite this "improvement," stroke remains the leading cause of adult disability. (more)
Metabolic syndrome in teens linked to lack of fiber in diet
Wednesday, May 16, 2012Metabolic syndrome, often a precursor of type 2 diabetes, has become increasingly prevalent among American adolescents, and a major reason may be a low level of fiber consumption. (more)
Reducing off-label use of antipsychotic medications may save money
Reducing the non-FDA-approved use of antipsychotic drugs may be a way to save money while having little effect on patient care, according to a Penn State College of Medicine study. Researchers say that 57.6 percent of patients prescribed antipsychotic medications in data from 2003 did not have schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, the conditions for which the drugs were approved for use. Use of medication for treatments that is not FDA-approved is called off-label use. (more)
The Medical Minute: Injury prevention for children with special needs
Monday, May 14, 2012Injuries are both predictable and preventable and the leading cause of death and disability for all children 1 to 14 years of age. All children and their families need information on keeping their children safe as they grow and wherever they are. (more)
Are you stressed?
Wednesday, May 09, 2012Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center's Christopher Sciamanna, M.D., M.P.H., is seeking volunteers who experience a lot of stress who are interested in decreasing their stress and improving their well-being. (more)
Want to watch TV and exercise at the same time?
Wednesday, May 09, 2012Have you ever wished you could exercise while watching TV or doing other sedentary activities? Researchers at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center are testing how many calories people can expend using a portable exercise device. (more)
The Medical Minute: Food allergies -- testing and diagnosis
Tuesday, May 08, 2012Food allergies affect 4 percent of adults and 5 percent of young children. Many more people suspect that they have food allergies when they may not. That's why it's important to receive the correct diagnosis. (more)
Sleepiness may affect surgeons' ability to deal with the unexpected
Sleep-deprived surgeons can perform a previously learned task or learn a new task as well as surgeons who are rested, according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers. However, in sleep-deprived surgeons, the brain must work harder, which could lead to problems during unexpected events. The researchers reached these conclusions using simulations to study the effects of sleepiness on surgeons. "Particularly in surgery, simulation has become the introduction to many procedures for new residents," said Jonathan Tomasko, a research fellow involved in surgical resident training. "Coupled with an 80-hour work week restriction, simulation is becoming increasingly important to ensure an adequate level of skill prior to operation on a patient." (more)