Posts by Lisa Fielack
State-of-the-Art Shimadzu Sonialvision G4 Arrives at HHH
November 9, 2021
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…
Read MoreHow to Create an Accessible Home Garden
July 7, 2021
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…
Read MoreLifestyle for Strong Bones- May is Osteoporosis Month
May 21, 2021
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…
Read More7 Stretches to Decrease Pain & Increase Mobility at Work or at Home
April 27, 2021
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…
Read MoreWorld Lymphedema Day Q&A
March 6, 2021
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.…
Read MoreCelebrating Cardiac Rehabilitation Week- February 14-20
February 12, 2021
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…
Read MoreCreating a Custom Adaptive Gaming Setup with Xbox
December 4, 2020
As we spend more time social distancing this year, gaming has taken center stage as a source of quality entertainment and safe social interaction. Better still, this social distancing approved…
Read MorePreparing a Smaller Thanksgiving Celebration
November 25, 2020
This holiday season will feature smaller gatherings for that holiday meal and undoubtedly less hands to prepare a magnificent feast. The following are suggestions to help you keep the festive…
Read MoreNutrition Spotlight: The Benefits of Bananas
November 6, 2020
Helen Hayes Hospital’s Director of Dietary Services, Catherine Golub, MS, RD, sat down with us to share information on bananas and the myriad of ways to enjoy the vitamin-packed fruit.…
Read MoreStand Tall to Osteoporosis! World Osteoporosis Day is 10/20
October 20, 2020
The New York State Osteoporosis Prevention and Education Program at HHH is committed to spreading awareness on prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis. To mark World Osteoporosis Day onOctober 20, 2020,…
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