Inside SPHP
Lights, Camera, Action! Movie Magic Taking Place on 3 Pavilion
A production crew was recently on 3 Pavilion at St. Peter’s Hospital, filming nurses for an upcoming BlueShield of Northeastern New York campaign.
Articles by Robert Webster Jr.
SPHP in the News
Times Union: In NY, School Kids Getting Most Cases of Flu this Season
The Times Union published a story about influenza in the Capital Region and its particular impact on the pediatric population.
Wellness
LiveSmart: Chest Pain – Know the Signs, Know What to Do!
When chest pain strikes, would you know what to do and where to go? When in doubt, assume the pain is related to your heart until proven otherwise — CALL 9-1-1!
Wellness
LiveSmart: Shaking the Sodium Habit
If the majority of your food is highly processed, from a restaurant, fast food outlet, or deli counter, you are likely swimming in a sea of sodium. Make today the day you start to shake the sodium habit!
Inside SPHP
Celebrating St. Peter’s Nurses in New DOH Educational Video
A viewing party was recently held on 3 Pavilion, the postpartum/newborn nursery wing at St. Peter’s Hospital, to celebrate their role in the creation of an educational video by the New York State Department of Health.
Wellness
LiveSmart: Fight the Flu – Get Your Shot!
The flu season is well underway, with the CDC announcing last week the strains of influenza seen so far have been well matched by this year’s vaccine. That is great news and should motivate those who have NOT yet gotten the vaccine to do so ASAP!
Wellness
LiveSmart: When Identifying Stroke, it is Critical to Act F.A.S.T.
Strokes occur either when a blood clot or sudden bleeding cuts off the flow of oxygen to part of the brain. The sooner you get to an Emergency Department, the more treatment options are available. That is why, when someone suffers a stroke, you must act FAST!
News
Do You Know An Exceptional Youth? Nominate Him/Her for 2017’s “13 Kids Who Care”!
Do you work with or know an exceptional young person who is an active volunteer? St. Peter’s Health Partners, WNYT-NewsChannel 13, and the Times Union want to hear from you, as we are looking for nominations for this year’s “13 Kids Who Care”!
Inside SPHP
Spreading Christmas Cheer at St. Peter’s Hospital
St. Peter’s Hospital Spiritual Care Department spreads Christmas cheer with caroling.
Wellness
LiveSmart: Think “Baby-Friendly” When Welcoming Your New Baby
For expectant moms, determining who will be a part of your birthing team is a big decision. Choosing the right caregivers and location for your birth can be difficult; a good place to start is to ask if the hospital you are considering is “Baby-Friendly.”