PORT JEFFERSON, NY ― Mather Hospital’s team took the top spot in Northwell Health’s third annual Safe Patient Handling Olympics, a competition designed to highlight proper safe techniques for nurses and other staff. Mather’s team scored 377 out of a possible 380 points, according to Northwell Safe Patient Handling Mobility Coach Louis Palumbo, who is…
The holiday season is upon us. It’s supposed to be a time of joy and thankfulness spent with those you love. Don’t let back and neck pain stop you from enjoying the most wonderful time of the year. Try these five tips for staying pain free this ho-ho-ho-liday season:
By Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, RDN, CSOWM, CDN According to the Tufts University Health & Nutrition Letter (February 2019), Americans consume 17 teaspoons of added sugar a day on average. Eating a diet high in sugar has been linked to poor diet quality and puts us at risk for many chronic diseases such as obesity,…
Mather Hospital earned its 14th top “A” rating from The Leapfrog Group for its efforts in protecting patients from harm.
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From your Bariatric Nutrition Team Yes, it’s that time of year again! These wholesome treats are a great snack for lunchboxes or to take along to fuel you on an autumn hike. If you like the flavor profile of pumpkin pie you are sure to love this healthy nugget using many of the same ingredients.
By Linda Folken, RDN, CDN, CHC-ACE While cooking methods often depend on diet and personal preferences, there are several benefits to using essential oils in cooking. Not only will essential oils provide any meal with a powerful flavor, but they also provide a natural way to flavor food and can offer convenience when fresh ingredients…
From your Bariatric Nutrition Team The crisp fall air means it’s apple picking time again, whether from an orchard or from your local farmers’ market, for a variety of sweet crispy apples. While apples are great for eating as a healthy snack, try something new with your freshly picked apples. This simple, sweet and slightly…
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Mather Hospital earned its 14th top “A” rating from The Leapfrog Group for its efforts in protecting patients from harm and meeting the highest safety standards in the U.S. No other hospital in New York State has earned more top ratings from Leapfrog. Mather is one of only three Long Island…
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Lisa Aiello of Port Jefferson has been named to the board of the JTM Foundation, which exists to help our community support patient care programs, services and equipment at Mather Hospital. Ms. Aiello is principal interior designer with Rich Designs, Inc. of Port Jefferson and a member of the Interior Design…