Latest news from Penn State Health on Newswise en-us Copyright 2024 Newswise 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/the-medical-minute-genetics-play-big-role-in-ovarian-cancer/?sc=rsin /articles/the-medical-minute-genetics-play-big-role-in-ovarian-cancer/?sc=rsin Wed, 11 Sep 2024 16:05:20 EST Doctors can help prevent ovarian cancer, but historically the cost of preventative surgery has been menopause. A Penn State Health expert discusses why it's worth it, and how medical technology is catching up with this insidious disease. Penn State Health /articles/the-medical-minute-school-lunches-the-healthy-way/?sc=rsin /articles/the-medical-minute-school-lunches-the-healthy-way/?sc=rsin Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:05:35 EST OK, peanut butter sandwiches and veggies are good...but when it comes to school lunches, when can you give in to burgers and pizza? A Penn State Health pediatrician weighs in. 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But brain aneurysms can turn into ticking time bombs medical science is still attempting to understand. A Penn State Health expert discusses the unsure world of cerebral aneurysms. Penn State Health /articles/the-medical-minute-trauma-informed-care-delves-into-root-causes-of-health-conditions/?sc=rsin /articles/the-medical-minute-trauma-informed-care-delves-into-root-causes-of-health-conditions/?sc=rsin Wed, 22 May 2024 14:05:18 EST A person's experiences with trauma can have serious effects on their health later in life. A Penn State Health expert discusses how health care is paying more attention and how you can help. Penn State Health /articles/the-medical-minute-when-it-comes-to-a-stroke-time-is-brain/?sc=rsin /articles/the-medical-minute-when-it-comes-to-a-stroke-time-is-brain/?sc=rsin Wed, 15 May 2024 21:05:30 EST Learning a simple acronym could help you save a life. A Penn State Health expert explains why "time is brain." 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