Posts by Lisa Fielack

The Clinical Laboratory at Helen Hayes Hospital is licensed by the New York State Department of Health, and accredited by the College of American Pathologists (the “Gold Standard” of clinical…

In 2020, the Parkinson’s Foundation met with a group of experts on Parkinson’s Disease, physical therapy, and exercise to update exercise guidelines for individuals with the progressive neurological condition. The…

Each year on World Lymphedema Day on March 6th, the staff of Helen Hayes Hospital’s Lymphedema Program raise awareness about the life-changing benefits of physical rehab for the estimated 250…

As cold weather continues, it’s important to brush up on winter weather preparedness to keep you and your loved ones safe this season. Here are some tips from the HHH staff…

The Radiology Department at Helen Hayes Hospital celebrated the arrival of a state-of-the-art Shimadzu Sonialvision G4 Machine this past spring. During National Radiologic Technology Week, we take a look at…

Gardening is great way to improve physical and mental health. If you are a person with a disability, there are many ways to reap the benefits of gardening by creating…

The New York State Osteoporosis Prevention and Education Program headquartered at Helen Hayes Hospital is committed to educating the public about the importance of strong and healthy bones. In honor…

The COVID-19 pandemic had caused a lot of people to work from home. Many of us at home or in the office also do clerical work, which requires us to…

Each year on March 6th, Helen Hayes Hospital marks World Lymphedema Day by working to raise awareness about lymphedema—the life-changing swelling condition that effects an estimated 250 million people worldwide.…

A Cardiac Rehab Q&A Research shows that attending Cardiac Rehabilitation following a heart attack, heart failure, or heart surgery can help patients live longer—and yet only 1/3 of heart patients…