Catholic Health

04/15/2026

This week's Catholic Health Update is here! Learn more about these top stories:

☑️ St. Charles Partners with LiveOnNY for Organ Donation Awareness
☑️ Good Samaritan University Hospital Introduces 3D Imaging Technology
☑️ Bicycle Helmet Safety for Kids

04/14/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Allen Jeremias, Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, for his recent accomplishment as co-principal investigator in a study that has been published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The study, titled, “Angiography-Derived Fractional Flow Reserve to Guide PCI,” was presented as late breaking clinical trial at the ACC meeting and published in the NEJM. Dr. Jeremias explains, “St. Francis was instrumental in supporting the trial that evaluated a new technology assessing coronary physiology directly from the angiogram, as opposed to instrumenting the vessel. We are now using this routinely.”

Read more here: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2600949

04/14/2026

Food plays a central role in social life, but for people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), it can also be a source of pain and unpredictability.

IBS and Diet: Finding Foods That Work for You Food plays a central role in social life, but for people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), it can also be a source of pain and unpredictability. Even small choices, such as a snack or soda, may trigger uncomfortable symptoms. Indeed, IBS can feel over...

04/13/2026

Join Team Catholic Health in historic Oyster Bay on June 13th for Empire State Ride Long Island!🚴

With a choice of 8, 25, 37 or 62 miles, there’s a route for you. Get on your bike and ride to support cancer research, and stick around for the post-ride Oyster Bay Street Fair with free/fun activities for the entire family.

Register today👉 https://bit.ly/4stv1xa

04/10/2026

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that helmets reduce the risk of serious head injury by about 60% and traumatic brain injury by about 53%.

Stay Safe, Ride Smart After being inside all winter, spring is the time of year that kids love to get outside and play! For kids and adults too, outdoor activity often includes bike or scooter riding. While these activities combine two positive factors - fresh air and exercise – they can also be t...

04/10/2026

Even the world's best athletes know that success starts with a strong foundation of health! U.S. Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky shares how staying proactive and maintaining open communication with her care team keeps her performing at her peak.

04/09/2026

You check your step count, glance at your heart rate after a workout or notice a sleep score on your wrist. But what do these numbers actually mean?

You check your step count, glance at your heart rate after a workout or notice a sleep score on your wrist. But what do these numbers actually mean? And more importantly, do you need a fitness tracker to stay healthy? Fitness trackers and wearable devices help you monitor your activity and health th...

04/08/2026

This week's Catholic Health Update is here!

☑️ Mother Cabrini Health Foundation supports patient care efforts
☑️ Recognized for safety: Zero Harm Award
☑️ Ride for a cause: Empire State Ride Long Island

04/07/2026

Managing your blood sugar doesn't have to mean eating boring food — it's all about making smart swaps that keep your energy steady and your plate colorful.🥗

Whether you’re newly diagnosed or just looking to level up your nutrition, these "superfoods" are game-changers for insulin sensitivity and glucose control.

04/06/2026

Catherine’s journey with Alzheimer’s took a turn when she decided she wasn’t ready to give up. After experiencing memory loss and confusion, she found hope through specialized treatment at St. Charles Hospital. Now, she’s sharing her story to let others know: you don’t have to face this alone, and there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Learn more about Catholic Health’s Alzheimer’s & Dementia Program: https://bit.ly/3NOWUkt

04/06/2026

“Gallstones often develop quietly and may not cause symptoms right away. Our goal is to identify the cause quickly and help patients find safe, effective relief,” shares Catholic Health gastroenterologist Dr. Ujjwal Kumar.

Many people have gallstones and never realize it. These solid deposits form when digestive fluid hardens into small stones inside the gallbladder, a small organ located beneath the liver. Most gallstones cause no symptoms and may never require treatment. However, when a gallstone blocks a bile duct....

04/05/2026

Many blessings today and throughout the Easter season!