All About Aphasia: Aphasia Awareness Month
Talking is simply something we take for granted until it’s suddenly gone without warning. We don’t think it could happen to us, until it becomes our story. Aphasia is often…
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Celebrating Hand Therapy Week – June 6th-12th
The first full week of June is designated as Hand Therapy Week to highlight the important work of hand therapists and the many benefits of this specialized field of occupational…
Read MoreBetter Speech & Hearing Month – Connecting People
Each May, Better Speech and Hearing Month provides an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders and the vital work of speech language pathologists. This year’s theme of “Connecting People”…
Read MoreThe HHH Clinical Laboratory – Who is Running My Lab Tests?
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…
Read MoreUpdated Exercise Guidelines for Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease
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…
Read MoreSpotlight on Covid & Lymphedema Patients
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…
Read MoreWinter Weather Tips
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…
Read MoreState-of-the-Art Shimadzu Sonialvision G4 Arrives at HHH
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
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
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…
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