Visitation guidelines are being implemented at several regional hospitals to further protect patients from influenza and other infectious diseases. These actions are being taken in response to increasing numbers of cases of influenza across the state and in this region. […]
We are in the thick of the holiday season and, like a lot of families this year, you’ve probably filled the week between Christmas and Hanukkah and New Year’s with lots of family get-togethers and events. Having the entire family together under one roof to celebrate can be a wonderful, memory-making experience for young and old alike. And, although it can be an uncomfortable topic, while everyone is gathered together it is also an excellent time to discuss with your family your wishes should you become critically ill. Having a plan in place should you become incapacitated enables a trusted person to arrange care according to your wishes. These advance directives may specify medical treatment you will consent to or refuse, name a surrogate decision-maker, or both. It’s a gift that will help your loved ones at a very stressful time and help to avert confusion and conflict within the family. A Health Care Proxy names a health care agent to make decisions for you when you can’t make them yourself. It also allows you […]
After a long night of making deliveries, Santa had one last stop at St. Peter’s Hospital on Christmas Day before heading back to the North Pole. […]
After a long night of making deliveries, Santa is making one last stop at St. Peter’s Hospital on Christmas Day (Sunday, December 25) before heading back to the North Pole. Old St. Nick will be visiting happy moms and families – as well as their newest arrivals – in their hospital rooms. […]
In a memo to staff, Virginia Golden, CEO of St. Peter’s Hospital and Albany Memorial Hospital, shares best wishes for the holiday season and thanks colleagues for their continued dedication and service. […]
Thanks to the Electric City Detachment Marine Corps League, the Schenectady Fire Department Station 1, Stewart’s, and Radio 810-WGY for generous donations toward Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital’s pediatric project!
Collectively, the groups donated about $8,000 to benefit the pediatric project. […]
Before buying a toy or allowing your child to play with a toy that he has received as a gift, it is important to keep some safety precautions in mind. […]
Kudos to Eddy SeniorCare participants and staff who made and donated handmade scarves which they tied around Veteran’s Park in Schenectady to help those in need this winter season! […]
The fourth annual “The Fall into Fashion For ALS” event raised more than $3,000 to support the St. Peter’s Hospital ALS Regional Center! Money raised this year will go toward the purchase of a new patient lift, which the center will loan out – free of charge – to patients in need. […]
Kudos to the students from the Albany Memorial Student Nurse Association which held their annual coat drive, collecting 50 coats for adults and children in need this season! […]
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