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| August is National Immunization Awareness Month |
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August is National Immunization Awareness Month
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None of us wants to see our children get sick. If we could, we would protect them from any illness, no matter how small - even the sniffles.
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| It Is Important to Pamper Your Feet |
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It Is Important to Pamper Your Feet
78 Views :: Women's Health, Spring Summer Health
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Summer may be a time to feel ‘footloose and fancy-free’ but it’s not the time to forget about your feet.
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| Food Bourne Illness Prevention |
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Food Bourne Illness Prevention
127 Views :: Family, Spring Summer Health, General
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From the pasta salad left out all afternoon on the Fourth of July, to a turkey and mayo sandwich in your backpack on a 3-mile hike up a mountain on a ...
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| What is Swimmer’s Ear? |
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What is Swimmer’s Ear?
72 Views :: Spring Summer Health
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Swimmer's ear is an infection in the outer ear canal, which runs from your eardrum to the outside of your head. It's often brought on by water that re...
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| "Leave of Three, Let It Be" |
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"Leave of Three, Let It Be"
105 Views :: Spring Summer Health
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It is absolutely true that poison ivy ALWAYS comes in "leaves of three". But so do many other common plants, so this site will help you identify poiso...
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| LOOK WHAT FRUITS AND VEGGIES HAVE FOR YOU! |
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LOOK WHAT FRUITS AND VEGGIES HAVE FOR YOU!
70 Views :: Spring Summer Health
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When summer recipes are fresh and delicious, it’s easy to fill your diet with low-calorie, antioxidant-rich fruits, vegetables and herbs. Perfectly ri...
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| Smart Summer Eating |
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Smart Summer Eating
76 Views :: Spring Summer Health
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Take advantage of fresh, in-season ingredients this summer, and try healthier versions of classic favorites. The local produce is in its prime and the...
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| DIAGNOSTICS EARN GOLD SEAL |
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DIAGNOSTICS EARN GOLD SEAL
150 Views :: Diagnostic Testing, General
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Eastern Long Island Hospital (ELIH) has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in ultrasound as the result of an extensive review by the American college of Radiology (ACR).
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| Introducing Cutting Edge Treatment For Prostate Cancer |
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Introducing Cutting Edge Treatment For Prostate Cancer
205 Views :: Men's Health, Diagnostic Testing, General
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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.
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| Heart Burn? Or Something More? |
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Heart Burn? Or Something More?
78 Views :: Cardiac & Heart Health
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Despite its name, heartburn has nothing to do with the heart. Heartburn is an irritation of the esophagus that is caused by stomach acid.
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| Behavioral Health Facelift |
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Behavioral Health Facelift
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The Behavioral Health unit at ELIH has a fresh new look. The therapeutic atmosphere helps patients on the road to recovery.
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| What’s Your Legacy? |
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What’s Your Legacy?
135 Views :: General
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Leaving your “footprint” can be as easy as making a plan today to enrich the health of your family and your community.
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| PREVENTING INFECTION |
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PREVENTING INFECTION
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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.
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| Surgical Expertise In Your Backyard |
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Surgical Expertise In Your Backyard
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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.
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| Geriatric Center of Excellence |
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Geriatric Center of Excellence
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The Senior Options and Solutions Program (SOS), offered through the Geriatric Center of Excellence, assists seniors, families and caregivers by answering healthcare questions, identifying individual needs through in-home assessment, and providing referrals to beneficial services.
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| The Doctor Is In |
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The Doctor Is In
279 Views :: General
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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.
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| GOT WINTER BLUES? |
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GOT WINTER BLUES?
249 Views :: General
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Volunteer with the ELIH Auxiliary because it’s good for you! Edward Brown, author of The Healing Power of Service, says “People who do volunteer work are much less likely to suffer illness.”
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| A Generation of Volunteers |
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A Generation of Volunteers
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The Junior Volunteer Program offers community youth an insider’s view of the hospital in exchange for a few volunteer hours a week. Junior Volunteers are 15-18 years old; they work a minimum of two hours a week, after school or on weekends.
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| ELIH … An Economic Anchor |
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ELIH … An Economic Anchor
262 Views :: General
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Did you know that your community hospital plays an integral role in the economics of the North Fork and Shelter Island? Eastern Long Island Hospital (ELIH) serves as an economic engine to the local business community through its purchasing power of goods and services for everyday operations and capital improvements.
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| Are You Inspired to Make a Difference? |
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Are You Inspired to Make a Difference?
256 Views :: General
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What inspires you? Is it a beautiful painting, a nostalgic photograph, a stroll on the beach … the night sky? Surely, the scenery on the North Fork is inspiring with its unique vistas of sea and agriculture.
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| Flu Infection Prevention Guidelines |
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Flu Infection Prevention Guidelines
1211 Views :: Fall & Winter Health, Flu
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Even if you are unable to get a flu shot this year, you can be your own best defense
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| Exercise Caution in Cold Weather |
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Exercise Caution in Cold Weather
1213 Views :: Fall & Winter Health, Emergency Medicine
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Regular physical activity does your heart good. But exercising outdoors in cold weather
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| Balloons for Bones |
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Balloons for Bones
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New minimally invasive surgical options are available to treat spinal fractures.
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| 2009 Novel H1N1 Flu—Questions and Answers |
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2009 Novel H1N1 Flu—Questions and Answers
876 Views :: Flu
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What is 2009 novel H1N1 flu?
The 2009 novel H1N1 flu is a new kind of influenza virus that was seen for the first time in the United States in...
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| Places Where You Can Get Additional Information : |
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Places Where You Can Get Additional Information :
888 Views :: Flu
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Places Where You Can Get Additional Information : www.health.state.ny.us: This has excellent information for patients and a good question and answer section. It has information for health providers as well.
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| 2009 Novel H1N1 Flu—Questions and Answers |
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2009 Novel H1N1 Flu—Questions and Answers
958 Views :: Flu
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2009 novel H1N1 will be in the news for many weeks to come. Not all coverage is thorough or accurate, so you should be cautious about using news coverage alone as a dependable source for medical information.
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| 2009 Novel H1N1 Flu—Questions and Answers |
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2009 Novel H1N1 Flu—Questions and Answers
854 Views :: Flu
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What is 2009 novel H1N1 flu?
The 2009 novel H1N1 flu is a new kind of influenza virus that was seen for the first time in the United States in...
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| Groups Recommended to Receive the 2009 Novel H1N1 Influenza Vaccine |
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Groups Recommended to Receive the 2009 Novel H1N1 Influenza Vaccine
870 Views :: Flu
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Pregnant women because they are at higher risk of complications and can provide protection to newborns and infants who cannot be vaccinated.
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| What We Are Doing to Prevent Influenza Viruses from Spreading |
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What We Are Doing to Prevent Influenza Viruses from Spreading
857 Views :: Flu
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We take the health of our patients, our employees, and the community very seriously.
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| What to Do If You Get Sick |
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What to Do If You Get Sick
874 Views :: Flu
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If you experience any of the following symptoms, stay home, avoid contact with others, and drink plenty of fluids. These are typical symptoms of both the seasonal flu and 2009 novel H1N1 influenza.
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| Some Things You Can Do to Protect You and Your Family |
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Some Things You Can Do to Protect You and Your Family
855 Views :: Flu
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The CDC is encouraging people to get all vaccinations as soon as possible. More information on Vaccination.
Take these everyday steps to protect your health:
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| Some Things You Can Do to Protect You and Your Family |
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Some Things You Can Do to Protect You and Your Family
822 Views :: Flu
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The CDC is encouraging people to get all vaccinations as soon as possible. More information on Vaccination.
Take these everyday steps to protect your health:
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| H1N1 Update |
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H1N1 Update
893 Views :: Flu
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The 2009 novel H1N1 influenza virus (initially and inaccurately referred to as “swine flu”) is a new influenza virus causing illness in people around the world.
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| HELPING OLDER ADULTS MAKE HEALTHY DECISIONS |
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HELPING OLDER ADULTS MAKE HEALTHY DECISIONS
999 Views :: Seniors
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May is Older Americans Month, a great time to bring attention to the issues that affect older adults and create community-wide opportunities to help o...
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| Managing Urinary Incontinence |
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Managing Urinary Incontinence
1897 Views :: Women's Health, Men's Health, Seniors, Senior FACTS
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What is urinary incontinence (UI)?
Urinary incontinence (UI) is the loss of urine control, or the inability to hold your urine until you can reach ...
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| Reduce Your Risk For Stroke |
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Reduce Your Risk For Stroke
2227 Views :: Women's Health, Men's Health, Seniors, Cardiac & Heart Health, Emergency Medicine
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A stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain is blocked or bursts, stopping blood flow. Without blood and the essential oxygen it carries, the affected part of the brain starts to die. The region of the body controlled by the damaged area of the brain can’t work properly.
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| New Treatment for Herniated Disks |
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New Treatment for Herniated Disks
2277 Views :: Women's Health, Men's Health, Seniors, Orthopaedics, Surgery, Physical Therapy PT
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When your back hurts, everyday activities can become difficult or even unbearable. Sitting, bending or twisting can cause sharp pain, a dull ache, or ...
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| Heart Attacks- Knowing the Lifesaving Facts |
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Heart Attacks- Knowing the Lifesaving Facts
2320 Views :: Women's Health, Men's Health, Seniors, Cardiac & Heart Health, Emergency Medicine
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Did you know that Coronary artery disease, which causes heart attacks, is the single leading cause of death in America. Each year, more than 1 million...
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| Prevention Tips for a Healthy Back |
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Prevention Tips for a Healthy Back
2017 Views :: Women's Health, Men's Health, Seniors, Orthopaedics, Physical Therapy PT
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If you have back pain, you are not alone. Nearly everyone at some point has back pain that interferes with work, daily living activities or recreation. Recurring back pain can often be the result of improper body mechanics, including poor posture or lifting objects incorrectly. It can also be the result of a sedentary lifestyle.
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| Prevention Tips for a Healthy Back |
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Prevention Tips for a Healthy Back
1584 Views :: Men's Health, Orthopaedics, Physical Therapy PT
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If you have back pain, you are not alone. Nearly everyone at some point has back pain that interferes with work, daily living activities or recreation...
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| Breast Health Awareness |
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Breast Health Awareness
1606 Views :: Women's Health
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Yearly mammograms and clinical breast exams remain the most effective method for detecting breast cancer in its earliest and most treatable stage.
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| Stroke: You Know the Warning Signs? |
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Stroke: You Know the Warning Signs?
1702 Views :: Seniors, Cardiac & Heart Health
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What is stroke? A stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain is blocked or bursts. Without blood and the oxygen it carries, part of the brai...
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| Stay in the Game... Sports Injury Prevention for Youth |
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Stay in the Game... Sports Injury Prevention for Youth
1327 Views :: Physical Therapy PT
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You don’t have to travel far to find a youth sporting event in-progress on any one of the North Fork’s many playing fields. “More children...
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| Are You Sun Safe? |
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Are You Sun Safe?
1930 Views :: Family
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The sun’s damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays—specifically UVA and UVB rays—are to blame for sunburn. Never leave the house without applying sunscreen with...
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| Quannacut— A Rainbow of Hope |
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Quannacut— A Rainbow of Hope
3778 Views :: Behavioral Health
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Addiction is a chronic, progressive disease. Though treatable, recurrence rates are high. Widely misunderstood as a weakness or a characte...
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| Laparoscopic Surgery: Small Incisions Make a Big Difference |
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Laparoscopic Surgery: Small Incisions Make a Big Difference
1583 Views :: Surgery
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Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that and is often called “pinhole surgery” as this surgical technique involves o...
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| Put Your Hands Together to Prevent the Spread of Infection |
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Put Your Hands Together to Prevent the Spread of Infection
2351 Views :: Community
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Eastern Long Island Hospital has an extremely good record with regard to infection control. With drug-resistant superbugs in the news, it's reas...
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| Heart Healthy Advice |
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Heart Healthy Advice
1490 Views :: Cardiac & Heart Health
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Heart-healthy nutrition, daily physical activity, eliminating tobacco, controlling conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabet...
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| Preventing Gastric Disease and Colon Cancer |
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Preventing Gastric Disease and Colon Cancer
1297 Views :: Seniors
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Gastrointestinal (GI) health focuses on the GI tract – the complex passageway that filters your body’s nutrients. The best prevention of gastric...
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| Digital Mammography |
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Digital Mammography
1074 Views :: Women's Health, Diagnostic Testing
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The latest technology in Early Breast Cancer Detection is digital mammography. Unveiling its newest digital equipment...
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| Sadness or Clinical Depression |
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Sadness or Clinical Depression
1807 Views :: Behavioral Health
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How can you tell if a bad mood is true depression or a temporary case of the blues? Depression is usually characterized by a sustained worsening of mo...
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| Who Will Speak When You Cannot |
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| Urology 101 … When to See a Urologist |
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| Prevent Bone Loss With Early Diagnosis |
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| Stroke: Do You Know the Warning Signs? |
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Stroke: Do You Know the Warning Signs?
1983 Views :: Women's Health, Men's Health, Seniors
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Brain damage can begin within minutes, so it is important to know the symptoms of stroke and act fast.
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| When Transportation Needs Change |
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| When Someone You Love Dies- Spanish |
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| When Someone You Love Dies |
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| When a Cherished Pet Dies- Spanish |
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| When a Cherished Pet Dies |
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| Suicidal Thoughts Later in Life- Spanish |
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| Suicidal Thoughts Later in Life |
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| Staying Connected: The Power Of Relationships |
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| Should I Buy Long-Term Care Insurance? |
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| Retirement Planning and Adjustment |
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| Psychotherapy: How to Get Started- SPANISH |
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| Psychotherapy: How To Get Started |
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| Planning for Nursing Home Care |
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| Money-Saving Tips For Buying Prescription- Spanish |
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| Money-Saving Tips For Buying Prescription |
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| Memory Loss: What is Normal?- SPANISH |
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| Memory Loss: What is Normal? |
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| How a Geriatric Care Manager Can Help |
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| Grandparents Raising Grandchildren |
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| End-of-Life Care: Making Decisions- SPANISH |
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| End- of- Life Care: Making Advanced Decisions |
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| Elder Abuse: Safety Tips- SPANISH |
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| Elderly Abuse: When Family Members Cause Harm- SPANISH |
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| Elder Abuse: When a Family Member Causes Harm |
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| Depression: Getting Help and Feeling Better |
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| Deciding Where to Live When Daily Help is Needed |
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| Crime Prevention- SPANISH |
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| Choosing Hospice Care- SPANISH |
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| Choosing Home Care Services |
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| Buying Medicines and Medical Supplies Online |
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| Anxiety: Choosing to Live With Less Worry- SPANISH |
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| Anxiety: Choosing to Live With Less Worry |
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| Aging and Loss of Independence- SPANISH |
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| Aging and Loss of Independence |
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| Prevent Bone Loss With Early Diagnosis |
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Prevent Bone Loss With Early Diagnosis
1751 Views :: Women's Health
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Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become fragile and more likely to break. If not prevented or if left untreated, osteoporosis can progress painlessly until a bone breaks.
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| Heart Benefits with Omega-3 Fatty Acids |
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Heart Benefits with Omega-3 Fatty Acids
2156 Views :: Seniors, Cardiac & Heart Health
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Even if nutrition is all Greek to you, you should know about omega-3 fatty acids. These healthful fats may have a wide range of health benefits, including protecting your heart against disease.
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| Cause For Concern …Heart Disease In Women |
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Cause For Concern …Heart Disease In Women
2112 Views :: Women's Health, Cardiac & Heart Health
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Heart disease is the number-one health threat to women of all ages, and the most preventable.
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| Skin Cancer Screenings May Save Your Life |
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Skin Cancer Screenings May Save Your Life
3389 Views :: Women's Health, Men's Health, Community
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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.
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| Self-Esteem Matters |
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Self-Esteem Matters
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Low self-esteem is often a common factor among those who suffer from the disease of addiction.
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| Plastic Surgery: Needs and Options |
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Plastic Surgery: Needs and Options
1948 Views :: Women's Health, Surgery
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Although many associate plastic surgery only with cosmetic changes to oneself, these intricate surgeries are also used to repair tendons, correct nerve damage and remove cancer.
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| Vascular Health & Caroid Artery Disease |
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Vascular Health & Caroid Artery Disease
2058 Views :: Cardiac & Heart Health
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You just discovered you need surgery, and your physician is recommending a carotid endartectomy.
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| Gynecological Care During Post-childbearing Years |
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Gynecological Care During Post-childbearing Years
2010 Views :: Women's Health, Seniors
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Though individual factors can vary greatly, healthy women who are of post-childbearing age should visit their gynecologist about every two years. And generally, these visits should focus on the three most important health issues for women in this age group: cancer prevention, osteoporosis and quality of life concerns.
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| Cataract Surgery in the Blink of an Eye |
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Cataract Surgery in the Blink of an Eye
1946 Views :: Seniors, Surgery
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Cataract surgery is usually performed on an outpatient basis. In the last decade there have been major improvements in surgery techniques.
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| Treatment for Urinary Incontinence |
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Treatment for Urinary Incontinence
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More than 13 million people in the United States, male and female, young and old, experience urinary incontinence.
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| Weekend Warriors Take Heed … Evaluation Of Sprains And Strains |
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Weekend Warriors Take Heed … Evaluation Of Sprains And Strains
1585 Views :: Men's Health
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Sport-related injuries are some of the most common reasons people visit the local hospital Emergency Department.
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| Knee Replacement Surgery—Especially For Women |
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Knee Replacement Surgery—Especially For Women
2127 Views :: Women's Health, Surgery
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In the U.S, more than 400,000 people get their knees replaced each year, and nearly two-thirds are women. If you’re still experiencing knee pain even after you’ve made lifestyle changes and taken medications, knee replacement surgery may be your best option.
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| Cervical Cancer … More Curable Than Ever |
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Cervical Cancer … More Curable Than Ever
1983 Views :: Women's Health
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Did you know that cervical cancer is more curable than ever?
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