Penn State Hershey Medical Center

Dumb Idea

Sunburn Tattoos Are Trendy, But Dangerous They may look neat, but the dangers of sunburn tattoos far outweigh the coolness factor. The trend has some individuals creating temporary tattoos by using sunblock or sunscreen to either stencil or freehand designs onto their skin. Then,
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The density of breasts affects how well a mammogram can detect cancerous tissues. (Photo: Penn State)The density of breasts affects how well a mammogram can detect cancerous tissues. (Photo: Penn State)

Love the Ta Tas

Breast Density Can Affect Cancer Screenings When it comes to breast cancer screening, the density of breasts affects how well a mammogram can detect cancerous tissues. That’s why 21 states have adopted laws requiring radiologists to include information about breast density in
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Allergies this year are worse than ever this year with a late spring. (Photo: Penn State Hershey Medical Center)

Gesundheit

High Pollen Levels Hit Allergy Sufferers Hard Ah, springtime. Sunny days, fresh breezes and everything is in bloom – including seasonal allergies. This year’s harsh winter staved off an early arrival of springtime allergies, but the wet weather that has gardens looking lush and
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