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LiveSmart: Kids and Diabetes — A Weighty Issue

November 9, 2016 Robert Webster Jr.

It is a story that is familiar to anyone who follows the news – the number of American children who are overweight or obese is skyrocketing. Even more frightening is that Type 2 diabetes – historically found in adults – is increasingly being discovered in young adults and adolescents.

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NewsChannel 13: Great American Smokeout Challenging Smokers to Quit for a Day

November 9, 2016 Angela Yu

Erin Sinisgalli, director of St. Peter’s Health Partners Community Health Programs, talks with NewsChannel 13 about the Great American Smokeout which challenges smokers to quit the habit for a day!

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No-Cost Mammograms and Breast Exams Available in Troy

November 8, 2016 Corporate Communications Staff

The Cancer Services Program of Albany and Rensselaer Counties will offer free breast cancer screenings for uninsured women on November 16 in Troy.

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Memorial College of Nursing Students Volunteer to Work With Kids

November 4, 2016 Angela Yu

Every semester, students from the Memorial College of Nursing volunteer for a day at the South End Children’s Cafe in Albany as part of their off-site clinical experience during their pediatric rotation.

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Nov. 10 Weight Loss Surgery Seminar: “It’s About Winning!”

November 3, 2016 Corporate Communications Staff

St. Peter’s Health Partners will hold a free educational seminar, “Weight Loss Surgery: It’s About Winning,” at 6 p.m. on Thursday, November 10, in the Mercy Auditorium on the St. Peter’s Hospital Campus.

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LiveSmart: Assisted Living Pension Can Benefit Veterans, Spouses

November 3, 2016 Robert Webster Jr.

Many are aware the Department of Veterans Affairs has government-funded assisted living and nursing homes for veterans and eligible family members. But they also offer financial aid and assistance to veterans and eligible family members in need of intermediate or skilled nursing care.

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“Joint Pain and Treatment Options” Topic of Nov. 9 Seminar

October 31, 2016 Corporate Communications Staff

St. Peter’s Health Partners will hold a free educational seminar, “Joint Pain and Treatment Options,” at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 9, in the Mercy Auditorium on the St. Peter’s Hospital Campus.

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Spectrum Cable News Ch. 9: Eddy SeniorCare PACE Program Helping Keep Seniors Out of Nursing Homes

October 31, 2016 Angela Yu

Ch. 9 profiles Eddy SeniorCare, The Eddy’s PACE program, and reports on how the program keeps seniors independent and living in their own homes rather than being placed in a nursing home.

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St. Peter's Health Partners endocrinologist Dr. James Figge contributed two chapters to a new textbook, "Thyroid Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Management," published in October 2016.

Dr. James Figge Authors Chapters for Thyroid Cancer Textbook

October 31, 2016 Corporate Communications Staff

St. Peter’s Health Partners endocrinologist Dr. James Figge contributed two chapters to a new textbook, “Thyroid Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Management,” published in October 2016.

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News 10: How to Ensure a Safe Halloween

October 31, 2016 Angela Yu

Thousands of people turned out at Samaritan and St. Mary’s 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat event Friday night. Check out the video in News 10 ABC’s report about safe trick or treating.

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