Health
Penn wins lawsuit against family of brain cancer victim
A federal judge has ruled in favor of Penn in a recent lawsuit against a neuroscientist who died after exposure to radiation while researching at the University. The plaintiffs plan to appeal the result.
Penn engineers create Zika test for the masses
The total cost of the materials and reagents needed for the device is only $2, making it potentially more accessible to the masses. However, the device must still undergo more tests before it is ready for patient use — and according to the researchers, it will not be available before the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.
Penn study shows calorie 'traffic lights' cut calorie consumption by ten percent
A green light indicates low calorie content, yellow indicates medium calorie content and red indicates high calorie content.
Penn health system faces multiple lawsuits this spring
In the past couple of months, Penn Health has been the object of three separate lawsuits.
Students work towards easier access to SHS health records
Some students are trying to streamline the paper process by adopting a completely electronic system instead.
Students and SHS push for more queer-friendly healthcare services
This past Monday, the newly-formed LGBT Health and Wellness Working Group held its first meeting. The group operates as part of the LGBT Center Advisory Council, which also oversees other working groups focused on development, faculty diversity and student engagement.
During Fling festivities, health concerns are ever-present
Spring Fling is a defining part of the Penn experience — but for some students, the desire to have a good time can take precedence over concern about possible risks to their health and safety.
Penn Speaks for Autism brings awareness with month-long programming
April is Autism Awareness Month and Penn Speaks for Autism is working to get a dialogue started about Autism Spectrum Disorder, or ASD.
Philly is no Flint, city officials say, but still can improve water safety
The water crisis in Flint, Mich. has many Philadelphians concerned about the safety of the city’s drinking water.
No gluten, no service
According to multiple lawyers interviewed by The Daily Pennsylvanian, Hannah Sheetz's treatment by Penn Dining and SDS may even be in violation of laws protecting students with disabilities.
Paul Farmer calls on universities to support global health
Physician and anthropologist Paul Farmer called on American research universities to do more to support global health equity on Wednesday.
Penn doctors write letter in support of asylum seekers
There is a new demand for physicians to save lives — outside of the emergency room.
Mosquito repellent, condoms among Student Health Services' tips for spring break travelers
It’s finally here. Spring break has arrived, and for many students this means travelling abroad.
Be Here Yoga engages Penn through meditation
The group offers free weekly yoga classes in Harnwell College House’s rooftop lounge in collaboration with the Live Well program there.
Medical study shows financial loss is most effective for incentivizing fitness
People struggling to keep up with overly ambitious New Years’ resolutions may have found a solution: behavioral economics.
Philadelphia sees first case of Zika virus
Yesterday the Philadelphia Department of Public Health reported that the first case of Zika virus was diagnosed in a Philadelphia resident.
With confirmed case at Lehigh University, Penn prepares for Zika virus
In the case that a student screened positively for the virus, SHS would draw a blood sample and cooperate directly with the Pennsylvania Department of Health to coordinate the sample’s processing and testing.
Learning Loss: Nursing students cope with patient death
Though nursing students question whether death is sufficiently addressed in the curriculum, patient loss can be a routine part of healthcare professions.
Penn hosts first-time-ever health symposium for local colleges
The discussion focused on smoking prevention as well as the impact of SHS and CAPS.