Stretching isn’t just for runners or gymnasts. In fact, according to physical therapists at Kenmore Mercy Hospital’s AthletiCare, everyone needs to stretch to protect their mobility and independence. “Stretching your body at regular intervals,...
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Now, more than ever, people are taking an active role in their health, by knowing their health history, researching their conditions, and making healthcare decisions with their physicians. Having your patient health information available in a secure,...
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A $12.5 million project features a new 24,000 sq. ft. addition The Catholic Health Heart Center at Mercy Hospital held a Blessing and Dedication ceremony yesterday for its two new Cardiac Surgical Suites. Housed in a newly-constructed 24,000 square foot,...
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Joint pain doesn’t have to be a normal part of aging. Follow these tips for healthier joints. You have joints all over your body – your knees, hips and elbows are the ones you likely think of first. But wherever there is a connection between two bones,...
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When it comes to having a baby, there are a lot of decisions to make. Catholic Health has launched a new website, healthymomhealthybaby.org, to help guide mothers and families through the pregnancy journey. The site, designed for expectant mothers or women...
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For the sixth consecutive year, the Mercy Hospital Comprehensive Stroke Center has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award and Target:...
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Catholic Health announced today that Sisters of Charity Hospital, St. Joseph Campus will be home to the newly formed Sisters Metabolic Center for Wellness, Comprehensive Rehabilitation and Bariatric Services. With an emphasis on wellness, the 6,000 square...
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Mark Jajkowski, MD, FACS, has recently been named Director of Thoracic Surgery at Catholic Health. Dr. Jajkowski is a member of Mercy Hospital Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates, an affiliate of Trinity Medical Cardiology, with offices at the Catholic Health...
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With laws related to personal fireworks and sparkling devices more relaxed in New York State, fireworks are more accessible than ever. Whether at a designated stand or local store, it’s increasingly popular for people to purchase fireworks for their own...
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Andropause is a condition that commonly affects men, but rarely talked about. Also known as Low T, manopause, or male menopause, andropause is a decrease in testosterone production. The onset of this condition includes a variety of symptoms, often left...
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