Wellness
LiveSmart: Avoid the Rush – Schedule Back-to-School Vaccinations and Physicals
New York state law requires all students entering school grades kindergarten through 12 to be vaccinated – check out the complete list here.
Articles by Robert Webster Jr.
News
Samaritan and St. Peter’s Hospitals Earn National Recognition for High-Quality Stroke Care
Samaritan and St. Peter’s hospitals have both received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award!
Wellness
LiveSmart: Healthy U! College Essentials For New and Returning Students
Make sure you review this checklist of off-to-college essentials before your student heads out.
Wellness
LiveSmart: Breastfeeding is Bestfeeding for Lifelong Health and Wellness
St. Peter’s celebrates World Breastfeeding Week, August 1 through 7!
Wellness
LiveSmart: Don’t Get Sidelined this Summer – Get the Right Care to Recover from Sports Injuries
Sprains, strains, tears and fractures can derail your summer fun – St. Peter’s Orthopedics can get you back on track.
Wellness
LiveSmart: Four Essential Tips for Safer Bike Rides this Summer
Whether you head out on a traditional or electric bike, know these four essential tips to ensure a safe summer of cycling.
Wellness
LiveSmart: Is Your World Spinning? It Could be Vertigo
Vertigo, or the sense of swaying or spinning while the body is at rest, is one of the most common reasons for senior citizens to visit the doctor. Getting a proper diagnosis early and getting the correct treatment is critical.
SPHP in the News
Times Union: Expert says NY bound to see increasing tick-borne disease in 2025
2025 is already turning out to be a banner year for ticks. Infectious disease expert Dr. Arthur Gran talked to the TU about the rise in cases and symptoms to watch for.
Wellness
Remember Food Safety for a Happy, Delicious Fourth of July!
With the July 4th holiday tomorrow and several weeks of hot temperatures ahead, now is a great time to review some basic food safety to get you through summer unscathed.
Wellness
LiveSmart: The Four Things You Need to Know When You Need Orthopedic Care
The right orthopedic care program focuses on helping patients achieve their goal of returning to doing the things they love, pain-free, as quickly and safely as possible. These are the four steps every great program should follow.