SPHP in the News
WNYT NewsChannel 13: ‘Seen Enough Tobacco Day’ at Troy Boys & Girls Club
‘Seen Enough Tobacco Day’, which is being held Saturday, Oct. 13, was the focus of an interview on WNYT.
Blog
Inside SPHP
St. Peter’s Internal Medicine Welcomes Ernest Enzien
Ernest Enzien, M.D., has joined St. Peter’s Internal Medicine in Delmar. An internal medicine specialist, Dr. Enzien has a decade of experience as a primary care physician.
Wellness
For National Physical Therapy Month, Consider PT Instead of Opioids for Pain Management
In many cases, physical therapy is considered safer and more effective than opioids for managing chronic pain, joint pain, lower back pain, and other conditions.
Upcoming Events
Troy Hospitals to Hold 4th Annual Trunk or Treat
Samaritan and St. Mary’s hospitals in Troy will hold the fourth annual “Trunk or Treat” event from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, October 26.
Inside SPHP
Safety Fair Week 2018
St. Peter’s Health Partners hosted its annual Safety Fair the week of October 1 through 5.
News
St. Peter’s Diabetes & Endocrine Care Earns CDC Full Recognition for Diabetes Prevention Program
St. Peter’s Diabetes and Endocrine Care recently earned the Full Recognition designation from the CDC for its diabetes prevention program.
SPHP in the News
Times Union: SEEN: Blessing and Dedication of Swyer Family Garden at St. Peter’s Hospital
Were you seen at the blessing and dedication of the Swyer Family Garden at St. Peter’s Hospital?
Wellness
LiveSmart: Remember Safe Lifting Techniques for Better Health
How best to protect yourself from the ravages of everyday lifting? Our physical therapist weighs in with some advice.
Inside SPHP
Colleagues GO PINK for Breast Cancer Awareness
Colleagues in Food and Nutrition Services at St. Peter’s Hospital wore pink today, in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. All St. Peter’s Health Partners colleagues are encouraged to show their support by wearing pink on Friday, October 19.
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St. Peter’s Hospital Seeking Health Literacy Heroes for Health Literacy Month
What is health literacy? It is the ability of individuals to obtain, interpret, and understand health information, services, and skills. Individuals can then use these information, skills, and services to make informed health decisions and actions.