By Nick Patel, DO Our sleep-wake times and internal clock, aka circadian rhythm, are extremely highly regulated bodily functions. The annual Daylight Savings Time “spring forward” can cause disruptions in normal sleep patterns for children and adults. While parents may be more accustomed to the annual change, children may have more trouble adjusting to the…
March 6, 2015 The Transitional Care Unit (TCU) at John T. Mather Memorial Hospital was ranked among the nation’s best nursing homes by U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Nursing Homes rankings. The 16-bed TCU at Mather Hospital is a short-term healthcare facility where Mather patients receive the focused care they require before being…
February 24, 2015 John T. Mather Memorial Hospital will hold its Winter Blood Drive on Monday, March 9 from 6:30 am until 6:30 pm in Conference Rooms 3, 4, and 5. The blood drive is open to all community residents. No appointment is necessary to donate blood. Free valet parking is available for community donors…
February 22, 2015 A new five-mile run will highlight this year’s Families Walk & Run for Hope at John T. Mather Memorial Hospital, an annual fundraiser for the Fortunato Breast Health Center. The popular "Pink Your Pooch" dog costume contest, family friendly events and Music by the School of Rock return for the event on…
February 19, 2015 The Total Joint Replacement Program at JohnT. Mather Memorial Hospital will offer a free informational breakfast seminar on Saturday, March 21, 2015 from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at Spring Lake Golf Club, 30 E. Bartlett Road, Middle Island. Orthopedic surgeons will discuss the different conditions that lead to joint deterioration and…
Taking your dog for a good long walk may be your first step toward preventing diabetes. Diabetes is epidemic in the United States and all around the world. A landmark study by the Diabetes Prevention Program Research group found that lifestyle changes such as following a healthy low-calorie, low-fat diet and introducing moderate physical activity…
January 28, 2015 The Robotic Surgery Program at John T. Mather Memorial Hospital will bring the advanced da Vinci surgical system to Smith Haven Mall Feb. 7-8 to allow shoppers to experience the features of the sophisticated robotic platform. The da Vinci system will be displayed as part of Mather’s Health & Wellness Fair in…