The Medical Minute: Preparing for flu season
10/10/18
Experts say it's always better to get the flu vaccine than not.
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Students: Use judgment in attending THON in light of flu, recent mumps cases
2/14/18
With THON fast approaching, Penn State University Health Services (UHS) is recommending that anyone showing symptoms of flu or mumps not attend THON activities this weekend, Feb. 16-18, at the Bryce Jordan Center. In addition, anyone who has been in close contact with a student confirmed or suspected of having mumps is asked not to attend, even if they are not showing symptoms. People most likely to suffer from severe symptoms that may result in hospitalization are young children, older adults and anyone with compromised immune systems, such as the Four Diamonds children.
Mumps cases reported at University Park; students reminded to take precautions
2/11/18
Penn State University Health Services (UHS) is reporting that four cases of mumps have been confirmed on the University Park campus. All four students have since recovered and are no longer considered infectious. Those who came into contact with these students have been notified and are monitoring for symptoms. UHS recommends the University community practice self-care and take precautions against the mumps and the flu.
Specific protein may reduce inflammation, improve survival during the flu
2/7/18
GM-CSF, a protein that modifies the immune response to the flu, helped reduce lung inflammation and improve survival during influenza in mice in a lab, according to Penn State researchers.
Flu shots, Tamiflu recommended by health officials as flu season continues
1/19/18
The spread of the flu continues through the winter months, and health officials at Penn State strongly recommend the antiviral medication Tamiflu for those at high risk for flu complications. Tamiflu is available at the University Health Services Pharmacy on the University Park campus. At this time, UHS is able to meet the demand for services for students who are diagnosed with the flu. In addition, flu shots are still available by appointment through UHS.
Penn State Health nurses provide free flu shots at Farm Show
1/10/18
Penn State Health is partnering with the Pennsylvania Department of Health to once again administer free flu shots at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
The Medical Minute: Flu season sneaking up on us
9/28/17
Each year, the flu season is a bit of a guessing game. While much is left to chance, some things can be done to plan for and prevent influenza, which is responsible for thousands of deaths each year nationwide.
Flu vaccine rates for kids may drop when the nasal spray vaccine is unavailable
8/24/17
Recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention may have causes a dip in influenza vaccination rates, according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers. The researchers also found that convenience is a key influence behind whether people get vaccines, or not.
Nurses provide flu shots at the Farm Show
1/13/17
Penn State Health partnered with the Pennsylvania Department of Health to supply 2,500 doses of the flu shot for Farm Show week.
Final faculty and staff flu vaccine clinics to be offered in November
11/8/16
There is still time for employees and their spouses to get a free flu shot through Human Resources' faculty and staff flu vaccine program. The final four flu vaccine clinics for the season will be offered during the weeks of Nov. 7 and 14 at University Park.
Pa. health secretary launches flu vaccination campaign at Hershey Medical Center
10/24/16
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is partnering with the Pennsylvania Department of Health to launch the 2016 “Stopping the Flu Starts with You” campaign.
Faculty and staff flu shot clinics are quick, convenient and less costly
10/4/16
The annual faculty and staff flu vaccine program, sponsored by Human Resources has kicked off its fall schedule.
The Medical Minute: What you need to know this flu season
9/29/16
As flu season approaches, medical experts have some new recommendations – along with some old standards – on how to reduce your chances of getting sick.
Registration open for faculty, staff flu vaccine clinics
8/24/16
The Employee Benefits Division of the Office of Human Resources has announced that registrations for faculty and staff flu vaccine clinics are now open. The vaccines are free for any Penn State employee, including full-time, part-time and wage employees, regardless of participation in the Penn State Highmark health plan.
Hershey drive-thru flu shot clinic distributes 2,000 vaccines to the community
10/28/15
More than 170 volunteers from the Department of Nursing and across Penn State Hershey Medical Center, including the Nittany Lion, distributed more than 2,000 free flu shots to the community during two Saturday drive-thru flu shot clinics on Oct. 17 and 24.