Robert Webster Jr., Author at St. Peter's Health Partners News

St. Peter’s Secures Grant Funding to Expand Behavioral, Mental and Community Health Initiatives

February 7, 2025 Robert Webster Jr.

St. Peter’s has received nearly $2 million in grant funding from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation to support five vital programs in 2025.

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LiveSmart: Understanding Your Numbers – Heart Health and Blood Pressure

February 6, 2025 Robert Webster Jr.

Managing your blood pressure is a critical part of good health – our physician expert tells you what you need to know.

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LiveSmart: Consider It Practice, Not Failure – Try Quitting Smoking in 2025

January 30, 2025 Robert Webster Jr.

If you or a loved one resolved to quit smoking in January but have already picked up a pack, don’t despair. It’s never too late or too soon or too many attempts – and St. Peter’s can help.

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Eddy Village Green Cohoes Reinvigorates the Green House Model with Elder Enrichment Program

January 27, 2025 Robert Webster Jr.

With medical care and technology advances, the world of long-term care is changing, and the Eddy is helping people rethink how they enjoy their lives as they age.

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LiveSmart: Fighting Pain in Your Neck? It Could Be Your Tech

January 23, 2025 Robert Webster Jr.

Laptops, tablets, smartphones – staring at all those screens can mess with your posture. Our expert provides tips to get your head on straight and avoid the dreaded “tech neck.”

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LiveSmart: Counting Calories? Nine Tips to Handle Your Hunger in 2025

January 16, 2025 Robert Webster Jr.

If your resolution for 2025 is to eat more mindfully, here are 9 tips from a dietitian to help handle your hunger.

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Times Union: Seasonal illnesses swamp Capital Region hospitals

January 9, 2025 Robert Webster Jr.

The Times Union reported on the surge in respiratory illness sweeping across New York state, discussing the spike in cases with Dr. Christopher Guzda, St. Peter’s Health Partners regional director of emergency services.

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LiveSmart: Understanding the Importance of Occupational Therapy – Rehabilitation and Adapting to Change

January 9, 2025 Robert Webster Jr.

Occupational therapy is crucial in facilitating recovery after an injury or illness, or adapting to the changes of aging. Our expert OT team can help.

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Times Union: St. Peter’s, Aetna reach agreement to keep insurer in-network

January 2, 2025 Robert Webster Jr.

The Times Union reported on St. Peter’s Health Partners reaching a multiyear agreement with Aetna to keep the health insurance in-network for patients.

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WNYT: Capital Region’s first new baby arrives seconds into 2025

January 1, 2025 Robert Webster Jr.

WNYT NewsChannel 13 shared the news that St. Peter’s welcomed the first baby of 2025!

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