Blog Topic: News and Noteworthy

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  A Pioneer in the Use of Deep Brain Stimulation

  November 09, 2020

  Read about how Penn Medicine is breaking through the darkness with the help of innovative treatments such as deep brain stimulation.

  Meet our Physicians News and Noteworthy
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  5 Things to Consider Before Choosing Your Pulmonologist

  September 16, 2020

  When faced with lung disease, one of the most important decisions you need to make is where to go for treatment. Here are 5 things to consider before choosing a pulmonologist.

  General Health Information News and Noteworthy
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  How Penn Medicine Is Protecting Surgery Patients During COVID-19

  September 01, 2020

  See five ways Penn is protecting the health of patients who need surgery during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  Coronavirus (COVID19) News and Noteworthy General Health Information
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  Is It Safe to Go to the Emergency Room During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

  August 15, 2020

  Intense pain left one doctor asking if it was safe to go to the ER during a pandemic. Her experience shows why emergency care during COVID-19 is worth the risk.

  Coronavirus (COVID19) News and Noteworthy General Health Information
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  myPennMedicine Is Keeping Patients Safe During COVID-19

  June 26, 2020

  See what’s new on the myPennMedicine patient portal. Learn about features that improve care and safety during COVID-19, including Pre Check-In and scheduling.

  Coronavirus (COVID19) General Health Information News and Noteworthy
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  What You Need to Know About Being Immunocompromised During COVID-19

  May 14, 2020

  Learn what it means to be immunocompromised, how underlying conditions affect coronavirus (COVID-19) risk and three ways to protect a compromised immune system.

  News and Noteworthy Preventative Care General Health Information
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  Telemedicine During COVID-19: How to Make the Most of your Virtual Visit

  April 23, 2020

  During the COVID-19 pandemic, the expanded use of telemedicine services is helping us keep lines of communication open between our patients and providers, while also limiting the spread of disease.

  News and Noteworthy Coronavirus (COVID19) Telemedicine
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  How to Clean and Disinfect Your Home Against COVID-19

  April 10, 2020

  Frequently cleaning and disinfecting your home against COVID-19 is essential for keeping yourself and your family safe and healthy.

  News and Noteworthy Preventative Care Coronavirus (COVID19)
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  How to Choose a 2019 Health Plan

  November 05, 2018

  It’s that time again: Open Enrollment for health insurance. If you’re in the market to renew, change, or enroll in a new health plan, now is the time to brush up on your health insurance knowledge.

  General Health Information News and Noteworthy
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  New Diagnostic Option May Detect Prostate Cancer Early

  June 11, 2018

  A new MRI/Ultrasound Fusion Biopsy procedure being offered at Penn Medicine is now allowing doctors like Joseph Harryhill, MD to make more accurate prostate cancer diagnoses while cutting down on the number of biopsies issued. Learn more about the new state-of-the-art procedure.

  Men’s Health News and Noteworthy Preventative Care