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Baby Lucas Grant stayed up past his bedtime for a big moment -- watching his very first Knicks game at Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center beside his dad, Paul, a lifelong fan. He even dressed the part, thanks to NICU nurse Jen Liu, who created the adorable custom onesie.

New penncancer research presented at asco shows women taking GLP-1 medications were ~30% less likely to develop breast cancer. spr.ly/6011B8W1Y3

Major milestone for genomic medicine: Penn’s Jean Bennett and Albert Maguire, with childrensphila's Katherine High, have received the Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences for their pioneering work treating inherited blindness. spr.ly/6011BB8Mft

1 in 3 older Americans will get some form of dementia. For decades, those diagnosed had little hope, but that’s beginning to change. Jason Karlawish, MD, discussed breakthroughs in diagnosis, treatment, and even potentially prevention. spr.ly/6011B64eFN

The Psychosocial Oncology Clinic at Princeton Health is redefining cancer care by pairing medical treatment with free, specialized mental health support for patients and caregivers—setting a new standard for whole-person care. spr.ly/6017hk5NZ

The team with the Geriatric Oncology Program Team at Penn Medicine Princeton Health is connecting older cancer patients with the unique resources they need, including clinical psychologists and licensed social workers.

@tracykorman Hi Tracy, if you are still in the hospital and would like someone to speak with you in-person, please call 800-789-7366 and ask to speak with the Princeton Patient Advocate team. If you have already been discharged, feel free to call them as well.

@PrincetonHealth Thanks for replying- I am still here in your hospital if you have any real intention of following up with me.

Failed patient care @princetonhealth. Tell me why it is acceptable to spend 20 hours in a ER hallway? Why are none of my labs available online prior to discharge? What are you going to do to improve my care and outcome?

@tracykorman Hi Tracy. We take your concerns seriously. If you would like to speak to us about your experience, kindly send us a private message on Twitter with your name, email address and telephone number, and we will try to assist you. Your feedback is important to us.

Penn Medicine Princeton Health is proud to be among the first hospitals in New Jersey to implement TeamBirth, a model designed to improve communication, safety, and the overall experience of childbirth. spr.ly/60197B4EN

This week Penn Medicine leaders and regional community representatives broke ground on the Penn Medicine Princeton Cancer Center—a transformative $401 million project that will deliver a full spectrum of cancer services to patients in Central New Jersey. spr.ly/6016A7kuy

In @NJHCQI’s latest Take Five, Kelly LaMonica, DNP (@PennMedicine) and Alexandra Nelson, DNP, RN, FACHE (@capitalhealthnj) discuss how the Nurture NJ Initiative is elevating patient voices to create more equitable, inclusive maternal care.

@Bumpylump Thank you for your message. Which parking deck are you referring to?

@PrincetonHealth why is the new parking deck being advertised as being OPEN when it’s not open yet …

In a recent @ASCO podcast, Ramy Sedhom, MD, medical director of oncology and palliative care at @PennMedicine Princeton Health explains why precision palliative care must mirror precision oncology, matching support to symptoms, context, and patient goals. spr.ly/6012fW3H0

Meet Dr. Anshu Bhalla: board-certified obesity medicine specialist at Penn Medicine Princeton. She blends science, lifestyle, and personalized care to help patients achieve lasting weight loss. spr.ly/6013fPSKT

At Princeton House, art therapy is more than creativity—it’s a tool for healing. Through paint, clay, collage, or writing, patients explore emotions, process trauma, and reconnect with themselves in ways talk therapy alone may not reach. spr.ly/6016f1R6Y

GLP-1 medications like semaglutide may support weight loss—but they can also impact mental health, hunger cues, and eating disorder risk. Penn Medicine’s Dr. Rebecca Boswell urges careful screening, ongoing monitoring, and weight-neutral conversations. spr.ly/60114N0V1

Meet Tom Nunn, Peer Support Specialist at Penn Medicine Princeton House’s First Responder Treatment Program. With deep experience and lived insight, Tom is a vital force in helping first responders heal and recover. spr.ly/60104Pdz4

On Cancer Survivors Day, we honor the strength, courage, and perseverance of every person who has faced a cancer diagnosis. Today is a time to recognize the journey and the unwavering hope. We stand with survivors, their loved ones, and the care teams who support them.

Penn Medicine Princeton Health has been recognized for implementing a structured, scalable geriatric oncology program. The program serves as a model for delivering age-appropriate, patient-centered oncology care. spr.ly/6011NFZNl