Lyme Arthritis: What you need to know

Is your joint swollen? Is it warm to the touch? Have you been bitten by a tick in the past few months? You might be experiencing Lyme arthritis. “Lyme arthritis is a type of infectious-inflammatory arthritis that can develop after a tick bite,” says Mather Medical Group Rheumatologist Zarlasht Khan, MD. “The bacteria responsible for…

Mather Hospital earns 2026 Healthgrades Patient Experience honor

Northwell’s Mather Hospital formally dedicated its recently acquired Outpatient Behavioral Health Services building that allows the hospital to transform how it provides mental health services, expanding programs and introducing a new Rapid Access Center.

Importance of cardiovascular exercise

Importance of Cardiovascular Exercise By: Michelle Murdolo, MS, RD, CDN You may hear your doctor tell you to “get your heart rate up.” When they say this, they are suggesting cardiovascular exercise. There is a reason they tell you this – cardiovascular exercise, or cardio as it’s often referred to, benefits your heart! Cardio is…

Preventing urinary tract infections

Dear physician, I’m at my wit’s end. This is my third UTI this year, and I’m beyond frustrated. Why do I keep getting these infections? What even is a UTI, and how can I finally break this miserable cycle? What is with the hype around cranberry juice, does drinking it actually help? Sincerely, Recurrent UTI Sufferer Dear…

Northwell Walk to Raise Health at Port Jefferson, May 17

Northwell’s Mather Hospital formally dedicated its recently acquired Outpatient Behavioral Health Services building that allows the hospital to transform how it provides mental health services, expanding programs and introducing a new Rapid Access Center.

Sheet pan easy low‑sodium meal

Sheet Pan Easy Low‑Sodium Nut‑Crusted Salmon with Brown Rice and Asparagus   Ingredients (1 serving) 4 oz salmon fillet (skinless, boneless) 2 tbsp finely chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pistachios — unsalted) 1 tsp olive oil (or avocado oil) 1 tsp Dijon mustard (low sodium) or plain Greek yogurt for binding 1 tsp lemon juice…

Slow cooker healthier corned beef & cabbage

Yields: 6-8 servings (Note: RNY patients will have much smaller portion sizes) Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 6-8 hours   Ingredients: · Corned Beef: o 1 (3-4 lb) lean corned beef brisket flat cut (choose flat cut over point cut for less fat). o 1 packet corned beef seasoning (usually included). o Optional (for…