Learn how to live healthy and prevent diabetes!
Are you at risk for developing type 2 diabetes? Northwell’s Mather Hospital will host a FREE year-long diabetes prevention program designed to help you modify your lifestyle to prevent the disease.
Mather Hospital nationally recognized for its commitment to quality care for heart attacks
Students from four local robotics teams got a surgeon’s view as they tested their skill at operating a next generation da Vinci® surgical robot in Mather Hospital’s Great Robotic Challenge. The event was part of the hospital’s marking its milestone 10,000th robotic surgery.
Don’t let hip pain keep you on the sideline
Back pain can significantly disrupt sleep, leading to a vicious cycle of discomfort and fatigue. Finding the right sleeping position, mattress, and pillow can make a world of difference.
Grilled Salad
Here is an easy way to have a super simple tasty summer salad. Try grilling your lettuce. You’ll love the charred smoky flavor it adds to salad.
Emergency Room Nurse Christopher Lumia, RN, receives DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses
Christopher Lumia, RN, a nurse in Mather Hospital’s Emergency Department, received a DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses for his patient care.
Prevent falls with functional fitness
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), falls are the leading cause of injury for adults ages 65 years and older. In 2019, 83% percent of hip fracture deaths and 88% of emergency department visits and hospitalizations for hip fractures were caused by falls.
Local robotics teams compete in Mather Hospital’s Great Robotic Challenge as Mather exceeds 10,000 cases
Students from four local robotics teams got a surgeon’s view as they tested their skill at operating a next generation da Vinci® surgical robot in Mather Hospital’s Great Robotic Challenge. The event was part of the hospital’s marking its milestone 10,000th robotic surgery.
Tips to Sleeping Better with Back Pain
Back pain can significantly disrupt sleep, leading to a vicious cycle of discomfort and fatigue. Finding the right sleeping position, mattress, and pillow can make a world of difference.
Miguelina “Maggie” Platt, RN, receives DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurse Educators
Miguelina “Maggie” Platt, MSN, RN, CRN, NPD-BC, received a DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurse Educators for her contributions across multiple patient units and departments at Mather Hospital.
Understanding the difference between hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism
Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism are commonly confused thyroid autoimmune disorders that stem from the same endocrine gland, your thyroid. Hyperthyroidism occurs when the gland is producing too much thyroid hormone. Hypothyroidism occurs when the gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. Both disorders include common symptoms of fatigue, goiters (enlarged thyroid gland) and weight fluctuations. While…