COVID19

Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September 9, 2020

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Suicidal thoughts can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, or background. If you, or someone you know, is suffering, reach out for help. You can call the Crisis Unit at Samaritan Hospital, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at 518-271-3540, or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255). [...]

The Record: Albany Hilton Garden Inn Becoming Respite Area for Hospital Workers

April 7, 2020

James K. Reed, M.D., president and CEO of St. Peter's Health Partners, was quoted in the Troy Record for its article on "Heroes Landing." The Albany Hilton Garden Inn was transformed into "Heroes Landing" to serve as a respite for health care workers at St. Peter's Hospital and Albany Med, serving on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. [...]

How Can I Help?

March 21, 2020

If you are a business that uses personal protective equipment (PPE) such as N-95 masks, surgical masks, disposable Nitrile gloves or protective eyewear, please consider donating a box or two to your local hospital to help ensure the continued safety of the clinical care team as they fight the spread of the COVID-19 virus. [...]

WTEN: Capital Region Hospitals Release Preparedness Plan

March 16, 2020

WTEN aired a story on new visitation guidelines implemented at regional hospitals, including at St. Peter's Health Partners. The new restrictions were announced as part of a collaborative response to the COVID-19 pandemic. [...]