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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September 9, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Suicidal thoughts can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, or background. If you, or someone you know, is suffering, reach out for help. You can call the Crisis Unit at Samaritan Hospital, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at 518-271-3540, or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255).

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Face Coverings 101: How To Wash & Wear Them

September 9, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Face masks are now a daily essential, especially for kids as they head back to school. Taking proper care of these cloth coverings will help ensure not only that they last longer, but more importantly, that they work! Here are some tips on how to best care for your masks and the best way to wear them.

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WNYT: Free Nicotine Gum Offered to NY Smokers Looking to Quit

September 3, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

The New York State Smokers Quitline, supported by St. Peter’s Health Partners Community Health Programs, is giving away a free, three-month supply of nicotine gum for qualifying cigarette smokers and for those who use e-cigarettes. For more info, call 1-866-NY-QUITS.

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St. Peter’s OB/GYN Welcomes Dr. Sedat Surmeli

September 3, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Sedat Surmeli, M.D., has joined St. Peter’s OB/GYN – Slingerlands. Dr. Surmeli specializes in normal and high-risk pregnancy; major and minor gynecologic surgery; management of menopause; and routine gynecologic care.

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St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates Welcomes Dr. Alexis DiSilvestro

September 2, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Alexis DiSilvestro, M.D., has joined St. Peter’s Maternal Fetal Medicine, a practice of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. Dr. DiSilvestro practices maternal fetal medicine, helping to care for high-risk pregnancies.

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WTEN: Women’s Health — Primary Peritoneal Cancer

September 2, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Heidi Godoy, M.D. , a gynecologic oncologist practicing with Women’s Cancer Care Associates and affiliated with St. Peter’s Hospital, appeared on WTEN/News10 to discuss primary peritoneal cancer (PPC). A relatively rare cancer, PPC can be difficult to diagnose in the early stages of the disease. September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month.

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St. Peter’s Diabetes and Endocrine Care Welcomes Karen Zanni

September 1, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Karen Zanni, Ph.D., FNP, RN, has joined St. Peter’s Diabetes and Endocrine Care, a practice of St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates. A board-certified nurse practitioner, Zanni specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care of individuals with diabetes and other endocrine and metabolic disorders.

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Times Union: WellNow, St. Peter’s Open Latham Urgent Care

August 31, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

The Times Union published an article on the grand opening of the Capital Region’s newest urgent care center, run by St. Peter’s Health Partners and WellNow Urgent Care. The center, located at 800 New Loudon Road in Latham, is open daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. and offers COVID-19 testing and antibody testing.

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International Overdose Awareness Day

August 31, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

Today, August 31, we recognize International Overdose Awareness Day. Raising awareness of addiction and the toll it takes on our colleagues and community has never been more important as we continue to confront the COVID-19 pandemic.

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St. Peter’s Health Partners and WellNow Urgent Care Open New Center in Latham

August 31, 2020 Courtney Weisberg

St. Peter’s Health Partners and WellNow Urgent Care℠ have opened the doors to their newest center in the Capital Region. Located at 800 New Loudon Road in Latham, the new facility offers treatment for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses, with no appointment needed, seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. The center also offers molecular (PCR) and blood antibody serology COVID-19 testing without the need for a referral or prescription.

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