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What causes breast lumps?

Throughout life, your body changes — and that includes your breasts. When you notice a difference in how your breasts feel, it’s not necessarily cause for alarm. Most breast lumps are harmless. And there are so many things that could be behind them. Here’s what to know. What are breast lumps? Breast lumps are masses that develop within your breast. You may notice an actual lump or just swelling. Breast lumps may feel different than your actual breasts. These painless growths can feel: — Soft — Hard — Moveable — Smooth — Bumpy They can come in many shapes ...

When do I need to refer a patient to a doctor?

My Pennsylvania state license to test hearing and dispense hearing aids requires that I stop an appointment and refer that patient out for a medical examination under certain circumstances. Some symptoms require pointing them to an ear, nose and throat doctor. Other symptoms can be seen by their primary physician. Here are some reasons for urgent and immediate referral to an ENT. Sudden or Rapidly Worsening Hearing Loss: Immediate medical attention is needed for hearing loss that occurs suddenly (within three days) or worsens rapidly (within 4 to 90 days). Recent onset of this hearing ...

Mt. Nittany Medical Center earns CMS five-star rating for seventh consecutive reporting period

STATE COLLEGE — Mount Nittany Medical Center has once again earned a Five-Star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), marking the seventh consecutive reporting period with this distinction. This recognition places Mount Nittany Medical Center among the top hospitals nationwide for exceptional healthcare quality. “It is an honor to again receive a Five-Star rating from CMS,” said Kathleen Rhine, Mount Nittany Health President and CEO. “Fewer than 10 percent of hospitals nationwide achieve this recognition. It is a reflection of the extraordinary ...

Geisinger Nurse Residency Program expands accreditation

DANVILLE — The Geisinger Nurse Residency Program recently received accreditation with distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The ANCC’s Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP) sets the global standard for residency or fellowship programs that ...

The power of early detection

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women, but it is also one of the most treatable when caught early. Early detection not only improves survival rates but can also mean less aggressive treatment and a better quality of life. As we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it ...

What is stage 0 breast cancer? DCIS is very slow growing and highly treatable

If you’re diagnosed with cancer, asking which stage is likely one of your first questions. Stage 1 is the earliest, most treatable stage of cancer, while stage 4 is the most advanced and difficult to treat — as it means the cancer has spread to other parts of the body. But have you ever ...