Patients with a significantly high BMI (body mass index) often find that weight loss surgery, also referred to as bariatric surgery, can be a successful solution. This is a medically-supported way for patients to lose excess body weight; so additional health...
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In a snowy place like Buffalo, there are few things better than the chance to switch up your grocery shopping routine when warmer weather arrives. Farmers markets allow shoppers to enjoy a direct farm-to-table eating model, and reap some serious health...
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During EMS Week, we are celebrating our partners in the field — the emergency medical technicians and paramedics. This week is much more than paying tribute to those who serve our community. It’s a time to educate the public about the importance of the...
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The dominance of Coronavirus in our news headlines and on media platforms has a strange effect. It’s almost as if people are forgetting that other serious health conditions still can and will happen. A global pandemic will not reduce occurrences of...
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Janet McFadden, a radiology technologist at Mercy Hospital, was searching her social media a month ago when she noticed that a jewelry store located in Florida was asking for nominations for nurse heroes to receive a special “hero” bracelet. She jumped...
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Following approval from the New York State Department of Health to resume elective surgeries in Catholic Health on May 5, the health system expects to complete a full caseload of procedures this week. Catholic Health began a limited elective surgery schedule...
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“Simple recipes that deliver nutrition and flavor are at the top of my list for everyday use. This Citrus Chickpea Salad comes together quickly and provides 7 grams of protein per serving. Wondering where the added sugar is from? It’s due to the...
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With over 3 million cases in America each year, heart attacks are a lot more common than some often believe. Heart attacks often occur when an artery becomes clogged due to a buildup of plaque or cholesterol. This restriction of blood flow can cause the heart...
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Catholic Health has received approval from the New York State Department of Health to resume elective surgery in Erie County. Last Wednesday, Governor Andrew Cuomo issued an Executive Order (202.25) allowing elective surgeries to resume at hospitals in 35...
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The 29 deaths attributed to COVID-19 at Father Baker Manor (FBM), a five-star nursing home on Medicare.gov, include six that occurred at the St. Joseph Post-Acute Treatment Center in Orchard Park, which falls under the Father Baker Manor license. The actual...
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