Discovering blood in your stool can be alarming. While it can be a symptom of a relatively benign issue like hemorrhoids, it can also indicate more serious underlying conditions. There are many potential causes of blood in stool. How do you know if it is a serious issue that requires medical attention? Rectal bleeding…
“I struggled with obesity most of my life. I became a high school athlete, and I did lose some weight and got in shape. But then once I went away to college, I gained the freshman 15 and struggled with my weight from my early 20s to my late 30s.”
Why choose a breast health center for your mammography? For anyone considering routine breast care, choosing a specialized center can make a world of difference. The Fortunato Breast Health Center at Northwell’s Mather Hospital offers patients more than just a standard mammogram. They are welcomed into an experience centered around comfort, advanced technology and personalized…
Mather Hospital today announced that it has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Advanced Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.
Art Gonsalves, a 58-year-old financial advisor from East Setauket, worked on Wall Street in his 20s and 30s as a regional salesperson. “I was constantly entertaining, wining and dining, eating rich foods and having a grand old time.”
February is American Heart Health Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.
Northwell’s Mather Hospital announced today that it is one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals for 2025, according to new research released by Healthgrades, the number one site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital.
Try this easy and nutritious salad. Beets are high in antioxidants that fight cell damage and inflammation.
Mather Hospital is looking to redefine emergency care for our community. Our vision is to build an environment that maximizes patients’ privacy and caregiver support, increases process efficiencies and incorporates the best practices for patient and staff safety. Our new Emergency Department will: -Double the size of the current ED to better accommodate our patients…
The new Frey Family Emergency Department will open in 2025, the new ED will maximize patient privacy with private, single occupancy rooms, increasing process efficiencies, and speeding up care and will double the size of our current emergency facility.