Visit your local Farmers Market
Visit a farmers market and enjoy our local bounty By Helaine Krasner, MS, RDN, CSOWM, CDN
Mather Hospital receives high-performing ratings from U.S. News & World Report
Mather Hospital receives high-performing ratings from U.S. News & World Report PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Mather Hospital was rated high performing in three adult specialties and four procedures and conditions in the latest U.S. News & World Report hospital ratings.. Mather Hospital was rated high performing for: Heart Failure Geriatrics Kidney Failure Orthopedics Hip fracture…
Black Bean Salsa Recipe
Black Bean Salsa (aka Cowboy Caviar) (16 servings) From your bariatric nutrition team This flavorful salsa is the perfect accompaniment for any barbeque or summer meal. It can be used as a topping for grilled fish or chicken, served as a side dish or dip, or even enjoyed on its own for a light…
Ramona Rajapakse, MD discusses the differences between IBD and IBS
Learn about the differences between Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Exercise and Brain Health
It is often thought that exercise is only related to our physical health and how it improves our heart, muscles, or bones. However, as we continue to learn more about how exercise benefits the body, scientific research has also uncovered an overwhelming amount of evidence that exercise also plays a role in our brain health.
Mather Hospital earns national award for stroke care
PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Mather Hospital was awarded the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s 2022 Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke GOLD PLUS with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll award in recognition of its quality patient care. The stroke award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients…
What is degenerative disc disease?
Is your back killing you? You’re not alone. More than 85 percent of Americans will experience back pain at some point in their lives. In fact, it’s one of the most common reasons why people visit their doctor and the leading cause of global disability.
Chicken with peppers and onions
From the Bariatric Nutrition Team This meal is a must-have for a hectic work week. This dish is as colorful as it is flavorful. With just a few simple ingredients you will have a delicious, healthy meal on the table in no time. (4 servings) Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3 bell peppers, sliced…
Terryville EMS help save community member’s life
The Terryville Fire Department and two of its paramedics were honored by Mather Hospital for their role in saving the life of a Port Jefferson Station man.
Mark and Gloria make planned gift to Mather after years of service and philanthropy
“It is important to support our local hospital, which we all turn to when we have a need,” Gloria says.