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04/29/2026

💙 Care that meets kids where they are.

Adrienne Law-Kurpinski, a nurse practitioner at Penn State Health Children's Lancaster Pediatric Center, pairs her passion for nursing with a playful approach that helps put children at ease.

Because great care starts with connection — for kids and their families.

04/27/2026

✨ During Penn State Health Children’s Week, our community came together to support families during some of their hardest moments.

Because of that generosity, $85,142 was raised through Children's Miracle Network Hershey for the Patient Assistance Endowment — helping provide vital support like transportation, medications and medical supplies for families in need.

At Penn State Health Golisano Children's Hospital, that support shows up in meaningful ways:
🔹 A parent getting to the hospital without worrying about the cost
🔹 A child receiving medications without delay
🔹 A family able to focus on healing instead of everyday stress

These moments may seem small — but to families facing a medical crisis, they make a world of difference.

Thank you for being part of a community that shows up when it matters most. 💙

04/24/2026

☀️ Warmer weather is here — and that means more time at the playground!

After a long winter, it’s great to see kids getting outside and playing. As visits pick up, a few simple safety tips can help prevent injuries.

At Penn State Health Golisano Children's Hospital, our experts recommend:
🔹 Choosing equipment that matches your child’s age and abilities
🔹 Keeping a close eye on younger children
🔹 Checking surfaces — softer ground can help cushion falls
🔹 Testing slides and equipment for heat on sunny days

⚠️ One tip many parents don’t expect: Research shows going down slides with your child on your lap can increase the risk of leg injuries.

💙 A little awareness goes a long way in keeping playtime safe and fun.

Learn more playground safety tips: https://bit.ly/48gH1dz

04/23/2026

🩺 What’s going around this week?

Pediatricians at Penn State Health Golisano Children's Hospital are seeing:
🔹 Strep throat
🔹 Sports injuries
🔹 Allergies
🔹 Stomach viruses

Many children are experiencing stomach bugs with vomiting and diarrhea.

💬 “The biggest concern is dehydration, so it’s important to offer frequent, small sips of fluids,” says Dr. Leah Kaye.

If your child has severe abdominal pain, blood in their stool, or symptoms that don’t improve, they should be evaluated by a medical provider.

💙 When in doubt, trust your instincts.

04/21/2026

A big thank you to the Harrisburg Senators for spending time with our patients at Penn State Health Golisano Children's Hospital! ⚾💙

From coloring jerseys to sharing smiles, your visit brought so much joy to our patients and families. Moments like these make a meaningful difference.

We’re so grateful for your support!

04/20/2026

What an incredible weekend of gaming for good. 🎲

Thank you to all of our Children's Miracle Network Hershey Extra Life participants who came out for Tabletop Weekend last weekend to support kids at Penn State Health Golisano Children's Hospital.

Every game played helps fund the equipment, services and research that make a difference for our patients and families. We loved seeing this community come together.

Want to join us next time? Check out upcoming Extra Life events: https://bit.ly/490CZGr

04/18/2026

🩺 Meet Dr. Victor DeCosta

When it comes to your child’s ear, nose and throat health, having the right specialist — and the right team — matters.

Dr. DeCosta is a pediatric ENT at Penn State Health Children’s Lancaster Pediatric Center, where he works closely with other specialists to provide coordinated, comprehensive care for every patient.

Fluent in Spanish, he’s also able to connect with and support even more families in our community.

04/16/2026

🌼 Sniffles, itchy eyes or something more?

Pediatricians at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital are seeing a mix of seasonal allergies, viruses and strep right now — making it tricky to tell what’s going on.

👀 Allergies or pink eye?
If symptoms start after being outside — and there’s no cough, congestion or thick discharge — it may be seasonal allergies.

💡 What can help:
Over-the-counter allergy eye drops or oral antihistamines

⚠️ Call your provider if you notice:
Blurry vision, light sensitivity, eye pain or symptoms that aren’t improving

When in doubt, we’re here to help. 💙

04/15/2026

🐾 Meet Ursa and Yona 💙

One of the newest facility dogs at Penn State Health is making a difference for our youngest patients.

Ursa works alongside our Child Life team, helping children feel more at ease during their hospital stay — from the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit to recovery after surgery.

At the same time, her sister Yona is breaking new ground at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center as the first facility dog in the program dedicated to supporting adult patients in critical care.

Together, they’re expanding the impact of the facility dog program — bringing comfort, connection and encouragement to patients and families across Penn State Health.

🐶 Learn more about Ursa and Yona and the impact of the facility dog program: https://bit.ly/4cx2y31

04/14/2026

🎉 Celebrating our Health Care Heroes

We’re proud to share that members of our Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital team were recognized by the Central Penn Business Journal as part of its 2026 Health Care Heroes awards:

🏆 Child Life and Integrative Therapies — Allied Health Hero
🏆 Pamela Smith — Lifetime Achievement
🏆 Maria Kelly — Nurse of the Year

These honors reflect the compassion, dedication and expertise our teams bring to children and families every day.

Thank you for all you do to make a difference. 💙

04/10/2026

🐮💙 A special day for our patients.

This week, Fluffy Feather Farm partnered with our Child Life team at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital to bring smiles, laughter and a little farm fun to kids and families across the hospital.

From a fun Bingo event to bedside visits and special surprises — including Tucker the Teddy Cow 🐄 — it was a day filled with joy and meaningful moments for our patients.

Thank you to Fluffy Feather Farm and our Child Life team for helping make the day so memorable. ✨

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