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NewsChannel 13: Feeding Kids Peanut Products Could Avoid Future Allergies

October 8, 2015 Robert Webster Jr.

For years, parents of babies at risk of developing a peanut allergy were told they should avoid peanuts. Medical experts are reconsidering that approach.

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St. Peter’s Hospital To Host Seminar on Shoulder Pain

October 8, 2015 Corporate Communications Staff

St. Peter’s Hospital Joint Replacement Center will host a free seminar on shoulder joint pain and treatment options for patients who have experienced rotary cuff tears, shoulder replacements, or shoulder reversals. The presentation will take place at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015, at the Mercy Auditorium on the St. Peter’s Hospital campus.

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LiveSmart: Keep it Clean — Exercise Proper Hand Washing

October 7, 2015 Robert Webster Jr.

You count on your hands every day to do your dirty – as well as your clean – work. In between the dirty and the clean it’s important to wash your hands.

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Presentation To Focus on Joint Pain and Treatment Options

October 6, 2015 Corporate Communications Staff

St. Peter’s Hospital Joint Replacement Center will offer a free presentation, “Joint Pain and Treatment Options,” at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at the Mercy Auditorium on the St. Peter’s Hospital campus.

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Samaritan & St. Mary’s Hospitals Launch Patient and Family Advisory Council

October 5, 2015 Angela Yu

In an effort to improve quality and safety for patients, and the patient and family experience, the leaders at Samaritan and St. Mary’s hospitals have implemented a Patient and Family Advisory Council.

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Business Review: Where relentless is a compliment

October 2, 2015 Corporate Communications Staff

St. Peter’s Hospital CEO Dr. Ann Errichetti was named one of five winners of the 2015 “Women Who Mean Business” award from the Albany Business Review.

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Business Review: Advice and insight shared at 2015 Women Who Mean Business luncheon

October 2, 2015 Corporate Communications Staff

Congratulations to Dr. Ann Errichetti and the four other winners of this year’s Women Who Mean Business award from the Albany Business Review!

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Business Review: Helping Families Cope with the Anguish of Elder Care

September 30, 2015 Robert Webster Jr.

The Albany Business Review interviewed Karen Meemken, elder care consultant for the CHOICES Geriatric Care Management Program at St. Peter’s Health Partners, about the issues facing older adults and their adult children as they discuss assisted living and end-of-life care. See the full story here.

LiveSmart: Adult Day Care Offers Safety and Stimulation Away from Home

September 30, 2015 Robert Webster Jr.

It can be challenging for caregivers to ensure seniors are reaping the benefits of a strong social network outside the home. An adult day program can help.

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Schenectady Firefighters to Hold Boot Day to Benefit Sunnyview Pediatric Unit

September 30, 2015 Angela Yu

On Thursday, October 8, Schenectady firefighters will be hosting a boot day in the city. Members will stand at various intersections and collect money in their boots. Proceeds will benefit the pediatric unit at Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital.

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