Health Matters in NNY is a Samaritan Health online blog that provides our community with quality health and wellness information in an accessible format online. Samaritan has many knowledgeable and compassionate caregivers who want to share vital healthcare information with patients, residents, and families. We welcome you to the blog and encourage you to read and seek further resources and information if you are interested.
Earn while you learn and build your career with Samaritan
September 5, 2024
It’s no secret that there is a shortage in the workforce, and now – more than ever - is the time for jobseekers to consider caring for their community while improving their career. Investing in dedicated healthcare professionals is critical...
Read MoreSpecialized, Accessible Imaging Services at Samaritan
August 7, 2024
Medical imaging is a crucial aspect of healthcare. CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds, X-rays and other technologies allow healthcare professionals to diagnose conditions accurately, plan surgeries effectively, and monitor the progress of treatments. Samaritan Health understands the power of medical imaging...
Read MoreSafety Tips to Prevent Common Summertime Injuries
July 1, 2024
Summer is the season of fun. Warmer, longer days bring us together for pool parties, campfires, barbecues and road trips. Children get a break from school, families take vacations, and more time is spent outdoors in the sun. Unfortunately, however,...
Read MoreSummer Skin Care Tips from the Experts: Samaritan Dermatology & Mohs Surgery
June 6, 2024
June is here, and with it come the first days of summer. This long-awaited season is a welcome change in the North Country, offering a break from the dark, chilly and wet conditions that begin our year. While it can...
Read MoreSamaritan recognizes mental health awareness month
May 1, 2024
Do you treat your mental health with the same care and attention as you do your physical health? It’s a simple yet important question to consider, especially as we enter Mental Health Awareness Month. Observed every May, this nationwide recognition...
Read MoreWith Children’s Miracle Network of Northern New York, Samaritan provides life-saving services for local families
April 15, 2024
More than 40 years ago, Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals was founded with a simple goal in mind: Change Kids’ Health, Change the Future. Within 170 children’s hospitals throughout the U.S. and Canada, and with the help of more than...
Read MoreLet Samaritan help with your colorectal health
March 6, 2024
This year, the American Cancer Society estimates the occurrence of 106,590 new cases of colon cancer (54,210 in men and 52,380 in women) and nearly 46,220 new cases of rectal cancer (27,330 in men and 18,890 in women). These are large...
Read MoreSamaritan is committed to cardiac care
February 15, 2024
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in every five deaths in the U.S. is from heart disease. That’s nearly 700,000 lives lost annually to a disease that continues to be the leading cause of death...
Read MoreAt Samaritan, making a difference is the job
January 16, 2024
According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, individuals are now changing jobs — or more appropriately, careers and industries — more than ever before. Among their top reasons for switching are pursuit of a more suitable work-life balance; scheduling to...
Read MoreBuild Better Habits with Samaritan’s Healthy Lifestyles
November 24, 2023
It’s no surprise that those who live healthier lives can live longer—but how much longer? Depending on where you look or what you read, you’ll find studies that have found individuals who exercise regularly, maintain a healthy diet, and don’t...
Read MoreEarly Screenings and Advanced Procedures Lead Samaritan’s Lung Care
November 24, 2023
According to the American Cancer Society, more people die of lung cancer per year than those from breast, colon, and prostate cancers combined. Concerning diagnoses, final estimates for new lung cancer cases in the U.S. hover around 234K by the...
Read MoreAt Samaritan, women’s wellness remains a top priority
November 21, 2023
In 2020, nearly 2.3 million women were diagnosed with breast cancer, surpassing lung cancer as the most common cancer endured by American women. These are staggering numbers to consider, as is the statistic that, according to the Breast Cancer Research...
Read MoreSamaritan sets regional standard for maternity care
November 21, 2023
According to numbers recently detailed in the American Journal of Managed Care, inadequate prenatal care continues to be a problem for hospitals across the U.S. Despite spending the most on healthcare amongst its high-income country peers, there continues to be...
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