Spinal disks are the pads that sit between vertebrae and act as shock absorbers for the spine. When a disk herniates (sometimes referred to as a slipped disk, bulging disk or protruding disk), the soft center of the spinal disk pushes through a crack in its tough exterior casing and into the spinal canal. Some…
While we’ve been dealing with COVID-19 for most of this year, there are still a lot of questions when it comes to COVID-19 antibody testing. If you were recently ill but didn’t get tested for COVID-19, you may be wondering if you actually had the virus or not. Others who didn’t get sick or have…
By Danielle Johnson, RDN, CDN The World Health Organization has stated its concern over the long-term impact on mental health of the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, and the need to provide resources to help all of us heal. Food can be a fun addition to help improve mental health.
Thank you to our heroes who carried us through the most tumultuous time in the history of Mather Hospital. The performance “Healthcare Hallelujah” is a tribute dedicated to our hard working staff.
When we think of sun-related damage, we often think about our skin, but the sun’s ultraviolet rays also pose a threat to our eye health. As the summer heats up and the sun is in the sky longer, remember that also comes with increased exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays. If you’re looking to buy a…
Joseph Lynch receives a clap-out from Mather staff after battle with COVID-19.
By Michelle Murdolo, MS, RD, CDN I’ll let you in on a little secret – weight is not the most important thing for me when monitoring progress. On the list of importance, weight is about last in my opinion. Does this surprise you? What I’m more focused on is your nutrition intake, your movement, some…
PORT JEFFERSON, NY ― Melissa Nicosia, MD, a board-certified gynecologic surgeon, has been appointed Director of Mather Hospital’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Nicosia has extensive clinical expertise in vaginal, laparoscopic, robotic, and hysteroscopic surgery as well as medical treatment options in various benign gynecologic conditions, including fibroids, abnormal bleeding, endometriosis, pelvic pain, endometriosis,…
These salmon tacos get a burst of flavor from chili powder, pineapple salsa and fresh cilantro. Feel free to substitute any firm fish or shrimp and leave out the cilantro if you prefer. The salmon can be cooked on the grill instead if you’d rather not use the oven. Quick meal prep and easy clean…
Have you ever experienced a sensation of dizziness where you felt like you were riding a tilt-a-whirl? That feeling of a passing dizzy spell that affects your balance, causing lightheadedness, unsteadiness or faintness, is a common occurrence and could potentially be classified as vertigo.