They are called e-cigarettes, and you inhale the vapor (known as “vaping”), they create rather than smoke them. But there is nothing virtual about the nicotine that is inhaled into the body. But, how safe are e-cigarettes? […]
Powdered alcohol is now legal but there are concerns about the misuse of the new substance. Kimberly Aichner, direction of clinical operations at St. Peter’s Addiction Recovery Center (SPARC) and Dr. John Janikas, director of emergency medicine at Albany and Samaritan hospitals, talk with CBS 6 News in this report. See full report here.
Sparklers can be a fun part of an Independence Day celebration, but caution must be exercised with their use. […]
Whether you are bringing your child to their pediatrician for a routine visit, to a hospital for surgery, or to an ER, you are their health care advocate. […]
St. Peter’s Hospital has received a rating of “High Performing” for four common medical procedures and conditions on U.S. News & World Report’s new “Best Hospitals for Common Care” list. […]
St. Peter’s Hospital, an affiliate of St. Peter’s Health Partners, has been granted recognition as a Magnet-designated organization for the third consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program. St. Peter’s Hospital is one of less than 150 hospitals in the world to achieve three consecutive Magnet designations. The prestigious Magnet designation recognizes excellence in nursing services, and represents sustained and demonstrated patient care outcomes that are a result of superior nursing and interdisciplinary care. St. Peter’s Hospital is the only hospital in Albany, Rensselaer, or Schenectady counties, and one of only 22 in New York state, designated by Magnet. Magnet recognition has become the gold standard for nursing excellence and is taken into consideration when the public judges health care organizations. In fact, U.S. News & World Report’s annual showcase of “America’s Best Hospitals” includes Magnet recognition in its ranking criteria for the quality of inpatient care. St. Peter’s Hospital was first designated as a Magnet organization in 2005, and then again in 2009. “We are tremendously pleased and very […]
The St. Peter’s Hospital Joint Replacement Center will hold a free educational program on June 10 about joint pain and treatment options, […]
The Times Union published a story today detailing some of the newest developments, initiatives, and programs, at St. Peter’s Health Partners hospitals and other hospitals in the Capital Region. Among the technologies profiled were the da Vinci Xi Surgical System, SpyGlass DS Direct Visualization System, and Medtronic O-arm Surgical Imaging System at St. Peter’s Hospital, along with the ReWalk Exoskeleton Robotic Suit at Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital. From the story: “Robotic surgery is really a revolutionary change in surgery,” says Dr. Patrick Timmins, gynecologic oncologist. “It’s allowed us to fix surgeries that could only be done the old-fashioned way: with big incisions.” Click here to see the full story.
St. Peter’s Cancer Care Center, St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates, and Women’s Cancer Care Associates will host a free event to honor cancer survivors. The organizations are inviting the public to attend the “Laughter is the Best Medicine” celebration from 5:30 – 7 p.m. on Friday, June 5, in the Mercy Auditorium at 310 S. Manning Blvd. in Albany. The celebration will feature raffles, free gifts, music, and light refreshments. Cancer survivors who attend will receive a free t-shirt and headband.
You might have heard the news that Gov. Cuomo’s significant other, Sandra Lee, is being treated for breast cancer. Then, you might think, “When should I get checked out myself?” The time is now, this summer. […]
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