Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading, PA Videos
Videos by Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading. Multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across central Pennsylvania.
You might have thought an upbeat birthday greeting sung by restaurant staff over dessert was fun, but may we present a blood clot bringing cheer — and stroke prevention education — to Norma Vidot, of Reading, Pa., with a special birthday performance. Clots and Coffee, a fun and important pop-up educational program that rotates throughout inpatient units at Penn State Health medical centers to educate in-hospital providers about recognizing and responding to symptoms of stroke, visited staff at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center today to share stroke awareness, coffee and "clots" (donut holes), but took a brief detour to sing "Happy Birthday" for Vidot. We hope this special visit made your day memorable 🥳
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You might have thought an upbeat birthday greeting sung by restaurant staff over dessert was fun, but may we present a blood clot bringing cheer — and stroke prevention education — to Norma Vidot, of Reading, Pa., with a special birthday performance. Clots and Coffee, a fun and important pop-up educational program that rotates throughout inpatient units at Penn State Health medical centers to educate in-hospital providers about recognizing and responding to symptoms of stroke, visited staff at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center today to share stroke awareness, coffee and "clots" (donut holes), but took a brief detour to sing "Happy Birthday" for Vidot. We hope this special visit made your day memorable 🥳
Health To Go Vending Machine
SOS Berks has partnered with Penn State's College of Medicine to introduce the Health To Go Vending machine in Berks County. This is the first vending machine of its kind in Pennsylvania, offering free wellness and personal care items to those in need.
The machine is located in the lobby of the Reading YMCA at 631 Washington St. and is accessible 24/7. The machine was unveiled on Tuesday with the aim of providing support to the community by dispensing essential items and connecting them to local services within a 5-mile radius through an interactive touch screen.
The machine offers various items, including opioid overdose reversal kits, medication disposable bags, condoms, pregnancy tests, fentanyl and xylazine test strips, and personal care items such as toothbrushes and mouthwash. Additionally, the machine features a large touchscreen that will ask anonymous questions about the user's demographics, experiences, preferences and needs, to help improve the services and better serve the community.
Aleksandra Zgierska, MD, PhD, discusses here how the Health To Go Vending machine works to provide free harm reduction tools in Reading and Harrisburg.
Welcome to the front lines of Penn State Health’s community outreach 👐 As a community health nurse, Angela Shuman, a 22+ year Penn State Health employee, is a conduit to health care for people who need it desperately but can’t always access it. https://bit.ly/3SToT0U
Despite a prediction of an early spring, we can still find joy in the serene snowfall of February! Bonnie Weidman, cardiac sonographer lead at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, shared this peaceful video from our campus that perfectly captures the quiet serenity of a Pennsylvania snowfall. ❄️
Penn State PRO Wellness: Mediterranean Nachos
Do yourself a favor, call an audible and get this tasty dish from Penn State PRO Wellness and GIANT ready for the big game on Sunday 🏈 Mediterranean nachos offer a fresh, heart-healthy and delicious twist on a classic football side dish!
When a critical care nurse at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center saw a patient holding a cross designed with functionality and accessibility in mind, he felt called to act. The woodworking enthusiast, inspired by the handiwork he had witnessed, began crafting beautiful ergonomic crosses to meet the spiritual needs of patients at the hospital.
Dr. Allison Chetlen is answering frequently asked questions about mammograms. Today, she responds to the question: Do I need to do anything to prepare for my mammogram? Did you know you can self-schedule your mammogram at certain Penn State Health locations? Visit pennstatehealth.org/mammogram for more information.
LMC Hunting Safety (1).mp4
An emergency medicine physician's take on hunting season — what you need to know while you're hitting the woods this weekend.
Listen as director of emergency services at Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center Dr. Mike Reihart shares his perspective.
SRG GERD 5 Signs.mp4
This GERD Awareness Week, Dr. Maggie Riccardi is sharing 5 key signs that it might be time to consider surgery for acid reflux.
Looking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Riccardi? Call 610-378-7900.
Interested in learning more about Penn State Health's approach to treatment for GERD? Find the information you need here: https://bit.ly/3MQF3pG
GERD, better known as reflux, impacts the daily life of many with uncomfortable and concerning symptoms. So, what can be done for someone living with the condition? Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center surgeon Dr. Maggie Riccardi shares 5 signs that surgery might be the best option for someone suffering from reflux: https://mygutinstinct.org/five-signs-you-should-consider-surgery-for-acid-reflux/
Penn State Health: Recurrent Hernias
During the recent Surgical Innovations take-over episode of abc27's Good Day PA on ABC27, Dr. Liz Sodomin and other Penn State Health experts discussed what you need to know about recurrent hernias. Listen in:
Penn State PRO Wellness: Applesauce Recipe
Not sure what to do with all the apples gathered during the autumnal events of October? We’ve got you covered. Penn State PRO Wellness dietitian Angela Zearfaus and GIANT dietitian Crystal Joiner share an applesauce recipe to help you make the most of this year's harvest.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Exciting news ─ our Penn State Health St. Joseph Downtown Campus now offers advanced 3D mammography, boosting the chances of finding breast cancer early. It’s more accurate and cause fewer false positives than traditional 2D mammography.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s a great reminder, if you’re a woman over 40 or have a family history of breast cancer, to get screened. It could be a lifesaving decision. Call to schedule your appointment at 610-378-2100 and view online scheduling options here: https://bit.ly/3c2rSCG
Your Health Matters: Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center Neurosurgery
Tune into 'Your Health Matters' Oct. 26, from 6:30-7 p.m. on WFMZ-TV 69! You'll hear from patients who were successfully treated by the Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center neurosurgery team and learn about the team's collaborative approach to advance care for the communities we serve.
Get rid of your unwanted, unneeded or expired medication the safe way 💊🚫🗑️ Join Penn State Health on Saturday, Oct. 28 for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Swing by any of our five convenient drive-through locations between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to drop off your medications, needles and syringes. • Academic Support Building, Hershey Medical Center campus, 90 Hope Drive, Hershey • Penn State Health Medical Group – Nyes Road, 121 N. Nyes Road, Harrisburg • Penn State Health Medical Group – Palmyra, 941 Park Drive, Palmyra • Penn State Health Specialty Services, 429 N. 21st St, Camp Hill • Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, Ambulatory Pharmacy, 2500 Bernville Road, Reading
Penn State Health: Mammography
Mammography helps to save lives. 💕
Curious about what you can expect from your first mammography appointment? Dr. Alison Chetlen is answering frequently asked questions during this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Did you know you can self-schedule your mammogram at certain Penn State Health locations? Visit pennstatehealth.org/mammogram for more information.
Summertime celebratory fun for staff at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center in honor of our 150th anniversary of serving Berks County! 🎉 Team members, what was your favorite aspect of Tuesday's celebration?