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08/04/2025

On Friday, hundreds of passionate student leaders gathered in Hershey for the Mini-THON Leadership Summit — and kicked it off with an unforgettable moment: the reveal of an incredible $6,413,950.26 raised during the 2024-25 school year to help conquer childhood cancer.

From creative fundraisers to community events, students from more than 225 schools came together with one mission — to support kids and families at Penn State Health Children's Hospital and to fuel lifesaving research at Penn State College of Medicine through Four Diamonds.

Read more about this powerful milestone: https://bit.ly/454WBrG

08/01/2025

Today is PA Donor Day, and we’re honoring the lifesaving impact of organ and tissue donors.

In partnership with Gift of Life Donor Program, we gathered at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center to recognize those who gave the ultimate gift. During a special ceremony in the Healing Garden, each donor’s name was read aloud and marked with a painted stone or garden stake — a lasting tribute to the hope they’ve given others.

One donor can save up to eight lives. You can make a difference by registering as an organ donor: https://bit.ly/4lQ8V4M

07/31/2025

Grab your spoons — Miracle Treat Day is here! 🍨

TODAY, when you purchase a Blizzard Treat at participating Dairy Queen locations, $1 or more will be donated to local children’s hospitals, including Penn State Health Children's Hospital through Children's Miracle Network Hershey.

Your support helps fund lifesaving treatments, vital equipment and essential services — giving more kids in our community the chance to grow up strong.

To find participating locations, visit: https://bit.ly/4o7Kb9W

07/30/2025

Nine-year-old Kenny Baranowski, a Children's Miracle Network Hershey child, was born with a life-threatening heart defect and has spent countless days at Penn State Health Children's Hospital undergoing surgeries and treatment.

Thanks to Make-A-Wish Philadelphia, Delaware and Susquehanna Valley, Kenny and his family — parents Pam and Joe, and sister Lizzy — traveled to London last fall to watch the filming of Fantastic Four and meet the cast and crew.

This past weekend, Kenny and his family gave back in a big way. With help from Flagship Cinemas Palmyra, they hosted a Fantastic Four movie fundraiser — complete with a blue carpet, photo booth, silent auction and Q&A session — raising $10,000 to help other children’s wishes come true.

07/29/2025

U.S. News and World Report has recognized three Penn State Health hospitals for high-quality care in its 2025-26 Best Hospitals rankings.

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center earned national rankings in gastroenterology and GI surgery, orthopedics and ear, nose and throat. It was also rated high performing in cancer, geriatrics, neurology and neurosurgery, pulmonology and lung surgery, and urology — and named the No. 1 hospital in the Harrisburg metro region and No. 6 in Pennsylvania.

Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center was rated high performing for treatment of hip fractures, pneumonia and heart arrhythmia. Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center earned high performing ratings for treating heart failure and heart attack.

Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital — a joint venture between Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Select Medical — was ranked among the top 50 hospitals in the nation for rehabilitation.

These honors reflect the dedication of our teams across the health system to delivering skilled, compassionate care every day.

News & World Report has recognized three Penn State Health hospitals for delivering high-quality medical and surgical care. The magazine named Milton S. Hershey Medical Center…

07/28/2025

On World Conservation Day — observed each year on July 28 — we’re reminded of the vital role we all play in protecting the environment.

Did you know Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is recognized as a Tree Campus Healthcare organization? Each spring, an annual tree planting in the campus reforestation area reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a safe, welcoming, healing and sustainable environment for our patients, students, faculty, staff and visitors.

07/25/2025

🍦 Miracle Treat Day is coming — and your Blizzard can help local kids!

On Thursday, July 31, $1 or more from every Blizzard Treat sold at participating Dairy Queen locations will be donated to local children’s hospitals through Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals — benefitting Children's Miracle Network Hershey at Penn State Health Children's Hospital.

These donations help fund life-saving treatments, essential services and specialized care — so every child gets the care they deserve.

📅 Mark your calendar for July 31 and treat yourself for a great cause! To find participating locations, visit: https://bit.ly/4o7Kb9W

07/24/2025

Up to one-third of adults in the U.S. are affected by chronic venous insufficiency — a progressive condition that’s often overlooked.

“People may think aching legs or swelling are just part of getting older,” said Dr. Faisal Aziz, chief of vascular surgery at Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine. “But these could be signs of chronic venous insufficiency — a condition we can manage with the right care.”

Penn State Health’s vascular experts offer advanced treatment options to help reduce symptoms, prevent complications and improve everyday life.

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/41cZcNB

07/23/2025

Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center has earned the prestigious ENA (Emergency Nurses Association) 2025 Lantern Award for excellence and innovation in its adult emergency department.

This award recognizes outstanding nursing leadership, evidence-based practice, education, advocacy and research — highlighting Hampden Medical Center’s strong shared governance, nurse staffing plans, enhanced collaboration between departments, and focus on patient experience, including the addition of a Pivot Nurse for initial assessments.

Treating nearly 28,000 patients in 2024, Hampden Medical Center’s emergency team exemplifies patient-centered care, continuous improvement and a culture of respect and trust.

The Lantern Award will be presented at the ENA national conference in September and honors the legacy of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.

Read more about this achievement and what it means for our community:

07/23/2025

Stay cool and healthy this summer! 💦

07/22/2025

A racing heart. Shortness of breath. Chest pain. Tingling. Fear.

Panic attacks can strike without warning — and they’re often mistaken for something physical. But they’re real, and they can be managed.

Dr. Ramnarine Boodoo, child psychiatrist at Penn State Health Children's Hospital, explains how to tell the difference between panic attacks and anxiety, what causes them and how to find relief.

Swipe through to learn:
🔹 What a panic attack feels like
🔹 How it differs from anxiety
🔹 What can trigger it
🔹 How to support yourself or someone else

Understanding is the first step — and help is available.

👉 Read more: https://bit.ly/4m0Q4DO

07/21/2025

The newest class of medical students at Penn State College of Medicine kicked off their journey with a week of orientation — capped off with a garden party, wellness activities, a visit to Milton Hershey School and a trip to Hersheypark. 🎢

Here’s to the start of an exciting path in medicine. Welcome to Hershey, Class of 2029!