Wellness
LiveSmart: Prepare Now with Healthy Lifestyle Changes for New Year Ahead
October is a great time to take charge of your health, before you start indulging over the holidays.
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Wellness
LiveSmart: Back to School Means Up-to-Date Vaccinations for Kids
Whether your child is learning in-person, remotely, or even a combination of the two, New York state law requires all students entering school grades kindergarten through 12 to be vaccinated against a variety of illnesses.
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WTEN: What Will the 2021-2022 Flu Season Look Like?
Arthur Gran, M.D., of Troy Infectious Disease, spoke to WTEN/News10 for a report on the upcoming flu season. Dr. Gran addressed predictions about the season’s severity and concerns about getting the flu shot in tandem with the COVID-19 vaccine.
News
Restricted Visitation at St. Peter’s, Samaritan Hospitals Effective August 4
Effective Wednesday, August 4, 2021, St. Peter’s Health Partners (SPHP) will be restricting visitation at St. Peter’s Hospital and Samaritan Hospital.
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Spectrum News: COVID-19 vaccinations required for St. Peter’s staff
Spectrum News reported on the decision by SPHP and Trinity Health to require all employees be vaccinated to protect against COVID-19.
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Times Union: St. Peter’s Health Partners requires employees be vaccinated
The Times Union recently reported on the announcement that all Trinity Health employees would be mandated to get a COVID-19 vaccination.
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WGY News: Employees at SPHP Must be Vaccinated Against COVID
WGY News reported on the decision by SPHP and Trinity Health to mandate COVID vaccine for all of its colleagues.
Wellness
LiveSmart: Play it Safe at the Playground this Summer!
By following a few basic safety rules, you can ensure a trip to the playground is a fun one – and not one that ends with a visit to the ER.
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SPHP Reports Zero COVID-19 Inpatients in its Hospitals for First Time Since the Beginning of Pandemic
While recognizing the milestone, SPHP urges more people in the community to get vaccinated.
News
St. Peter’s Health Partners Increases Minimum Hourly Wage to $15
St. Peter’s Health Partners announced it has increased its minimum wage to $15 an hour, effective June 13, 2021.