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Jamaica Hospital's official page. Visit us at www.jamaicahospital.org or call 718-206-6000.

All content of this page is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a medical professional before adopting any of the suggestions on this page. You must never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment based upon any content of this newsletter. PROMPTLY CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN OR CALL 911 IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY.

07/11/2025

Many food products have been recalled over the past few months due to various outbreaks of listeria. Here is what listeria is, what causes it, its symptoms, and ways you can prevent an infection.
https://jamaicahospital.org/newsletter/what-is-listeria/

07/10/2025

Summer has arrived, and we will all be spending more time outdoors. However, spending more time outdoors increases the risk of encountering common summer skin problems. Here are some common skin problems and how to prevent them.
https://jamaicahospital.org/newsletter/common-summer-skin-problems/

07/09/2025

Dr. Kenneth Fretwell discusses robotic surgery. He talks about what patients can expect and the potential benefits of this type of surgery, including shorter recovery times.

07/08/2025

Grilled corn on the cob is a summertime favorite. We're sharing a flavorful jalapeño-lime with garlic and paprika butter recipe to add a new twist to . https://ow.ly/PepX50WmENT

07/07/2025

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for adults in New York City. By 2030, plans to reduce these deaths by 5%. As a Champion, Jamaica Hospital will join their efforts to promote healthier, longer lives for New Yorkers: nyc.gov/healthynyc

07/04/2025

From the Jamaica Hospital family to yours, have a safe and happy !

07/03/2025

As we prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July, it is important to be mindful of ways to stay safe this holiday and protect ourselves and our loved ones. Here are some tips to help you celebrate July 4th safely.
https://jamaicahospital.org/newsletter/tips-to-celebrate-the-fourth-of-july-safely/

07/02/2025

Cardiovascular disease can be deadly for anyone. However, women face unique risks, largely due to differences in anatomy and hormones. Here are the warning signs and symptoms of heart disease in women and how it is treated.
https://jamaicahospital.org/newsletter/cardiovascular-disease-in-women/

07/01/2025

July is StrepAwarenessMonth. Group B Strep (GBS) is a type of bacteria that lives in our bodies. It usually doesn't cause harm or symptoms, unless it gets into areas of the body that are normally free of bacteria. https://ow.ly/X7sy50WjlOe

06/27/2025

In collaboration with hospitals across the state, Jamaica Hospital is conducting a survey to determine the most pressing health concerns of the community, and we would appreciate your input.

Please complete this survey to help us determine what issues matter to you most. https://www.gnyhasurveys.org/CHNA

The Community Health Needs Assessment survey results will assist in the development of a plan involving many community partners to improve the health of our community.

06/26/2025

Dr. Rosa Nouvini shares some of the most recent advancements of our cancer program, in affiliation with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

She highlights our commitment to providing high-quality and equitable , as well as our focus on treating the whole patient, not just their cancer diagnosis.

06/25/2025

Vitiligo is a disease that causes the skin to lose color or pigmentation. Here are the types of vitiligo, its cause, symptoms, and how it is diagnosed and treated.
https://jamaicahospital.org/newsletter/world-vitiligo-day/

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Our Story

The story of Jamaica Hospital goes way back to the 1880’s before Queens County became a part of the City of New York.

The early history of our hospital was colorfully described in a book written earlier in the 20th Century by a member of the medical staff at the hospital named Francis G. Riley, M.D.

His chronicle titled, “The Jamaica Hospital” A History of the Institution follows below

https://jamaicahospital.org/general-info/history-of-jamaica/

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