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St. Mary’s Cancer Treatment Center Recognized By ToLife!

May 4, 2016 Angela Yu

The St. Mary’s Cancer Treatment Center has been recognized with the 2016 Extra Mile Award by ToLife! The award was presented at the group’s 18th annual gala held on May 3 at the Franklin Plaza in Troy.

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St. Peter’s Health Partners and Capital Roots Collaborate on $500,000-a-Year NYS-DOH Grant

May 3, 2016 Corporate Communications Staff

St. Peter’s Health Partners and Capital Roots will collaborate over the next five years to improve the health and well-being of communities throughout the Capital Region, thanks to two grants from the New York State Department of Health, through its new Creating Healthy Schools and Communities program.

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Troy Record: High Heels for a Good Cause – Men March to Raise Money to Stop Sexual Violence

May 2, 2016 Angela Yu

Samaritan Hospital held its 9th Annual “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event challenging men to literally walk a mile in women’s high-heeled shoes in a show of support for victims of rape and sexual assault. See the featured story in the Troy Record.

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NewsChannel 13: Area Men Don Women’s High Heels to Support Sexual Assault Victims

May 2, 2016 Angela Yu

Hundreds of men donned women’s high-heeled shoes and go-go boots at Troy’s Riverfront Park for Samaritan Hospital’s 9th Annual “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes.” The event challenges men to literally walk a mile in women’s shoes to show support for victims of sexual assault and gender crimes. NewsChannel 13’s Dan Bazile was the master of ceremonies.

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Business Review: 10 Minutes With Norman Dascher

April 29, 2016 Angela Yu

The Albany Business Review features Norman Dascher, chief executive officer of Samaritan and St. Mary’s hospitals, and vice president of Acute Care-Troy for St. Peter’s Health Partners in this “10 Minutes with…” profile article.

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LiveSmart: Health Professions – Opportunities, Advancement, Flexibility

April 27, 2016 Robert Webster Jr.

If you’re just starting out work or considering changing fields, a rewarding and challenging career in health care may be what you’re seeking.

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Times Union: State’s New CARE Act Ensures Education Upon Discharge

April 27, 2016 Robert Webster Jr.

The Times Union published an article about the implementation of the state’s CARE Act, featuring insight from SPHP professionals.

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Troy Record: Samaritan Hospital Sexual Assault Program Expands With Troy Housing Authority Sites

April 26, 2016 Angela Yu

The Sexual Assault and Crime Victims Assistance Program for Rensselaer County at Samaritan Hospital has expanded with the addition of several sites located at the Troy Housing Authority campuses. Read all about it in the Troy Record article here.

13 Kids Who Care: Sarah Tuzzolo

April 21, 2016 Robert Webster Jr.

Meet “13 Kids Who Care,” exceptional area youth who cast a bright light on our future through their volunteer efforts.

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LiveSmart: Take Care When Tackling Spring Gardening, Yard Work

April 21, 2016 Robert Webster Jr.

Spring gardening and yard work can quickly leave our hands, wrists and forearms feeling weak, numb or just plain painful. Repetitive activities such as digging in the soil; trimming bushes, trees, and hedges; and pulling weeds can lead to or aggravate some common hand ailments.

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