Nothing says summer like the smell of food cooking outdoors. Using an outdoor grill is great because it gets us out of the kitchen and closer to nature – what could be better? Cooking on a grill has the benefit of being a low-fat cooking method that adds a natural smokey flavor to foods and requires minimal clean-up.
Mather Hospital will present a FREE knee and hip joint replacement seminar on Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 8:30-11am at the hospital. A buffet breakfast will be served.
Dr. David BenEliyahu, DC, FICC Administrative Director, Back & Neck Pain Center Many people experience increased back in the summer because of increased humidity and atmospheric pressure which can promote inflammation. This can then trigger joint, bone, and muscle sensory endings to cause blood vessel changes and pain impulses. In addition, in the summer,…
Mather Hospital’s Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) unit was launched 30 years ago today, the first such unit on Long Island and the only one in Suffolk County available for emergencies 24/7.
What are hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids, commonly known as piles, refer to inflamed and swollen veins in the anal area or lower rectum that can cause discomfort, pain, and bleeding.They can happen when there is too much pressure around the anus and on the veins in the lower rectum. Hemorrhoids can be caused by strain during bowel…
Most of us have old behaviors we would like to change and new habits we would like to incorporate. So, why do we find making these changes to be such a challenge?! Typically, to change a behavior we need to break a habit we’re currently involved in AND incorporate new habits that are not always familiar or easy for us. Even simple changes take time and can be difficult to maintain.
Are you taking weight loss medications and worrying about developing “Ozempic butt”? Here are some practical tips to protect your muscle mass and promote fat loss while taking weight loss medications (or any method of weight loss!) “Ozempic butt” refers to a phenomenon resulting from fast weight loss, potentially signifying lack of adequate protein and strength training. So, the remedy is…
Back Pain is not always due to Injury: TRUE Back pain can occur to due to trauma or injury, but also can occur from wear and tear arthritis, obesity, and lack of exercise Bed Rest is good for a bad back: FALSE Bed rest after the first 3-4 days of an episode will actually perpetuate…
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Join Mather Hospital for the annual Northwell Health Walk at Port Jefferson to support the Fortunato Breast Health Center on Sunday, May 19, 2024. Presented by Bethpage Federal Credit Union, the Walk brings together family, friends and team members for a five-mile walk through the scenic villages of Port Jefferson and…
Do you often find yourself waking up during the night? Or do you wake up in the morning feeling exhausted despite a full night’s sleep? These could be signs of a sleep disorder, specifically obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Understanding the symptoms, risk factors and screening tools can help you identify and address this common yet…