Penn State Health Golisano Children's Hospital

02/12/2026

Tune in tomorrow at 10 a.m. for a special edition of Good Day PA highlighting how Penn State THON and Four Diamonds support children and families facing cancer at Penn State Health Golisano Children's Hospital. 🎗️

Join us in our commitment to turn childhood dreams into reality by supporting THON. This year, I am taking action by uniting with 16,500 student volunteers and over 25,000 alumni supporters in the fight against childhood cancer. Our year-long efforts culminate in a 46-hour, no-sitting, no-sleeping d...

02/11/2026

Bringing comfort, connection and joy to kids facing cancer. 💛

As THON weekend approaches, we’re celebrating the incredible impact of Four Diamonds — and the dedicated Child Life specialists who support children and families every step of the cancer journey.

At Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital, Four Diamonds funding supports certified Child Life specialists who help pediatric cancer patients cope, learn and find moments of joy during treatment. Through play, art, games and music therapy, along with hands-on education, they help children understand their diagnosis, prepare for procedures and reduce anxiety during hospital stays.

Child Life specialists also help families celebrate important milestones and provide meaningful support for siblings and parents along the way. Their work brings comfort, connection and hope when it’s needed most.

During Penn State THON, we’re grateful for the students, donors and volunteers whose support of Four Diamonds makes this compassionate care possible for children and families. 🫶

02/10/2026

We always love a visit from our friends with the Hershey Bears! 🐻🏒

Before the American Hockey League All-Star break, Bears players stopped by Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital to spend time with patients and families — including a fun round of Pictionary with our Child Life team and special bedside visits that brought plenty of smiles.

Thank you, Hershey Bears, for your continued partnership and for making every Hershey Bears Cares visit so memorable. We’re grateful for the joy you bring to our patients, families and care teams! 💙

02/09/2026

❤️ Heart Month: Celebrating strong hearts like Kenny’s

After his first open-heart surgery, people started calling Kenny “Superman.” And it stuck — because from the very beginning, he’s shown just how strong he is.

Kenny was born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, a complex congenital heart defect, and his family found expert, compassionate care at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital.

Today, Kenny is busy being a kid and making the most of every moment. This past year included a once-in-a-lifetime Make-A-Wish trip to London to visit the set of Fantastic Four, hosting a movie premiere fundraiser to help other kids like him, and creating his own heart sticker design inspired by Fantastic Four.

Stories like Kenny’s are why our Congenital Heart Center is committed to providing lifelong, coordinated heart care for children and families close to home.

🫶 During Heart Month, we celebrate children with congenital heart disease, their families and the caregivers who help them live full, joyful lives — one strong heartbeat at a time: https://bit.ly/4kmJvM6

02/07/2026

👶 From IVF to egg freezing: Understanding today’s family planning options

More families are exploring their options when it comes to building a family — whether that means trying to conceive now or planning for the future.

In this Medical Minute, Penn State Health reproductive specialists share what patients should know about fertility treatments and family planning options, including IUI, IVF, egg freezing and long-term birth control. You’ll also meet Jess Hammaker, whose journey to parenthood included fertility testing, multiple treatments and ultimately IVF — leading to the birth of her son, Miles.

Now, that same expert care is closer to home for Lancaster families. Starting this week, fertility and maternal fetal medicine specialists are seeing patients at Penn State Health Lime Spring Outpatient Center, expanding access to advanced care for families across the region.

➡️ Read the full story and learn more about fertility services at Penn State Health: https://bit.ly/4kjheGu

02/06/2026

💙 Harlan: Embracing joy through an unexpected battle

As the Penn State THON community comes together to support children facing cancer, families like Harlan’s are reminded they are never alone.

Harlan is a bright, curious two-year-old whose days are filled with hugs, laughter and play — even as he continues treatment for a brain tumor diagnosed when he was just five months old.

Through every step of his journey, Harlan’s family has been supported by Four Diamonds, made possible through THON fundraising. In addition to covering medical expenses for eligible families, Four Diamonds helps provide services like child life, giving children moments of comfort, play and connection during treatment.

➡️ Read Harlan’s full story and learn how THON and Four Diamonds support families facing childhood cancer: https://bit.ly/4a7OM5u

02/06/2026

Nearly five years of comfort. One very special retirement. 💙

Thank you, Pilot, for all the love you shared with our kids and families. 🐾

02/04/2026

On World Cancer Day, we honor the strength of children and families facing cancer — and the teams who care for them every day.

At Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital, our pediatric cancer specialists provide advanced, compassionate care while supporting the whole child and family through every step of the journey.

Today, we stand with our patients, families and caregivers — and remain committed to a future with more cures, more hope and more moments that matter. 💙

02/03/2026

💙 It’s THON Month — a time to come together in support of children and families impacted by pediatric cancer.

After losing her first neuroblastoma patient early in her career, Dr. Giselle Sholler dedicated her life to changing outcomes for children facing this disease.

Today, her groundbreaking research has helped lead to the FDA approval of DFMO, a maintenance therapy that reduces the risk of relapse in children with high-risk neuroblastoma — offering new hope to families who need it most.

Funds raised through Penn State THON help support Four Diamonds, which advances pediatric cancer research at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital and Penn State College of Medicine — including the work led by Dr. Sholler and her team.

Because of THON and Four Diamonds, research like this continues to turn heartbreak into hope for kids and families — proving that breakthrough medicine happens here.

➡️Learn more about THON and how you can support pediatric cancer research: https://bit.ly/3OlbAaH

02/02/2026

❤️ February is American Heart Month, and we’re starting it off by spotlighting how young people can make a real difference in cardiac emergencies.

More than 150 students at Susquehanna Township High School recently learned Hands-Only CPR through a partnership between Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital and the American Heart Association.

Led by Dr. John Breinholt, pediatric cardiologist at Golisano Children’s Hospital, students learned how to recognize cardiac emergencies and practiced simple, lifesaving CPR skills during hands-on training sessions.

“Teaching CPR to high school students empowers them with the skills to save lives,” said Dr. Breinholt. “By equipping young people with this knowledge, we create a community of first responders who can make a real difference.”

This Heart Month — and all year long — we’re proud to support efforts that help protect our community and empower the next generation of lifesavers. 🫶

02/01/2026

💙 Supporting moms, every step of the way.

At Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital, being a trusted resource for moms and families is at the heart of what we do — and Lisa Murphy, RN, is a perfect example of that commitment.

Lisa has been part of the Golisano Children’s Hospital team for more than a decade. As a leader on our Labor and Delivery floor, she supports patients, families and fellow nurses every day, sharing her expertise and helping guide care for new and expectant moms.

This February and March, Lisa will extend that support beyond our walls by joining other maternal health experts from across the region for free virtual sessions for new moms.

Hosted via Zoom by the Penn State College of Medicine Maternal Health Coalition, the sessions will cover:
🔹Pregnancy and postpartum care
🔹Breastfeeding
🔹Mental well-being
🔹Family support
🔹Community resources

Two dates are available.

👉 Learn more or register: https://bit.ly/4qcKM9P

01/30/2026

THON Store Coming to Hershey!

Next Wednesday, Feb. 4, Penn State THON will host a merchandise sale on the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center campus, featuring THON 2026 gear and more.

📍 Where: Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital – Treehouse Cafe
🗓️ When: Wednesday, Feb. 4
⏰ Time: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

You can pre-order your items at store.thon.org and select Hershey Merchandise Sale Pickup at checkout.

🛒 All pre-orders must be placed by Monday, Feb. 2, at 11:59 p.m.
📦 Pre-orders can be picked up on Wednesday, Feb. 4, during the sale at the Treehouse Cafe.