Upcoming EventsLet’s get to the heart of the matter: don’t wait until you have a cardiac event to exercise. In fact, scientific studies show that incorporating physical activity into your weekly routine can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease.
Many common winter injuries result from slipping and falling on icy sidewalks and driveways. We are all guilty of rushing to our cars in frigid temperatures and not always wearing the proper footwear. “A slip and fall can result in a hip fracture or head injury, and for the elderly, injuries can be even more devastating,” says Dr. Adrienne Fueg. Taking some simple precautions can significantly reduce the risks of preventable accidents.
It’s common to feel a drop in mood once the holiday season ends. Long January days, limited sunlight, and colder temperatures can leave many people feeling more tired, craving comfort foods, and wanting to “hibernate” by sleeping more or spending more time alone. However, for some, the winter months bring a kind of depression that is more than the ‘winter blues’ called seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
As the holiday shopping season is in full swing, it's vital to keep safety top of mind when purchasing toys for kids. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reported an alarming 231,700 toy-related injuries for all ages treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments in 2023. Whether you’re headed to stores or shopping online this holiday season, here are some safety tips to keep in mind.
Tips for buying toys for younger children include:
One of the most common types of wounds that requires close attention is diabetic foot ulcers. With proper treatment from a wound care specialist, these wounds can be effectively treated and healed, according to Giacomo Vinces, DO, medical director of The Wound Care Center at Montefiore Nyack Hospital in Nyack, NY.
Routine blood work may uncover this silent but preventable disease.
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Nyack, N.Y. September 15, 2025 – Montefiore Nyack Hospital will host an employment hiring fair on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria Conference Room on the ground floor of the Hospital at 160 North Midland Avenue in Nyack, NY. Registration is not required. Career opportunities include clinical positions in nursing, radiology, and for registered respiratory therapists; allied health professions, such as central sterile and surgical technicians; and support services, including environmental services and food and nutrition services.
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Montefiore Nyack Hospital is recognized as high performing among four conditions.
Nyack, N.Y. August 21, 2025 – Montefiore Nyack Hospital has been named among U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 Best Hospitals edition as a High Performing hospital for Heart Failure, Kidney Disease, Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma, and Pneumonia. This is the highest distinction a hospital can earn as part of U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Procedures & Conditions ratings.