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PREVENTING INFECTION

Across the United States, hospital acquired infections result in 100,000 deaths each year. Because an infection can be a devastating outcome for a
surgical patient, infection prevention and control at ELIH is a priority.

Exercise Caution in Cold Weather

Regular physical activity does your heart good. But exercising outdoors in cold weather

What’s Your Legacy?

Leaving your “footprint” can be as easy as making a plan today to enrich the health of your family and your community.

The Doctor Is In

What is a Hospitalist?
A Hospitalist is a physician dedicated to inpatient hospital care. Because Hospitalists work exclusively in the hospital, they are focused on your particular needs during your hospital stay. Their familiarity with hospital systems and functions makes it easy to coordinate high quality, efficient care for you within the hospital setting.

Introducing Cutting Edge Treatment For Prostate Cancer

Other than skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men. About 1 man in 6 will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime.

Surgical Expertise In Your Backyard

At Eastern Long Island Hospital (ELIH), a team of experienced, caring physicians and support staff are committed to your expert care and comfort during your stay.

Are You Sun Safe?

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Put Your Hands Together to Prevent the Spread of Infection

August is National Immunization Awareness Month

Skin Cancer Screenings May Save Your Life

Believe it or not, more than one million people will be diagnosed with skin cancer this year. That’s more than all other cancers COMBINED.

Food Bourne Illness Prevention

Self-Esteem Matters

Low self-esteem is often a common factor among those who suffer from the disease of addiction.

Do you enjoy working with and helping people?

Are you looking for something interesting, enjoyable and satisfying to do?

Would you like to keep active and use your acquired skills, or learn new ones? Do you have a few hours a week or a month that you have free?

More than experience, knowledge and ability; volunteering requires willingness, dedication and a generous heart!

Call 477-5195 to leave your name and number
or call the Volunteer Office at 477-5196 Monday—Friday

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS - OPPORTUNITY THRIFT SHOP **

We are in need of volunteers on Tuesday - Saturday. Full day (5 hours) or half day shifts are available for your scheduling convenience. If you have time to spare, we can really use you. Join the ELIH Volunteer Family for some stimulating and fun work at our Opportunity Thrift Shop. Please help us to help our hospital continue to offer quality health care right here in our neighborhood.

If you are interested in finding out more about these volunteer opportunities, stop by the Opportunity Shop and speak to the Day Captain or phone Leslie Sinnott, Store Manager at 477-5124.

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