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Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital Dr. Aaron Glatt said he was surprised that many residents do not get vaccinated for the flu, and noted that he was also shocked that the hospital’s latest “Truth in Medicine” poll found that nearly half of those polled would not get one for the coronavirus if one were available.
MSSN's latest Truth in Medicine poll delves into coronavirus, flu
Nassau County officials announced on Wednesday that 83 residents have been asked to undergo voluntary isolation as they are monitored for possible exposure to the coronavirus, and test results for one resident are pending. more
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Yvonne Lyon, the director of education and training for the Mental Health Association of Nassau County, led a Mental Health First Aid training session on Feb. 8.
Working to reduce mental illness stigma
As if they were sitting in a college classroom, a group of people in the hall of the First Presbyterian Church of Baldwin took part in a Mental Health First Aid training session on Feb. 8, at which … more
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2020: love in the time of the coronavirus
This Valentine’s Day, maybe skip the kisses and consider an elbow bump or shaking hands — even with your boyfriend or your wife or your kids. more
East Rockaway School District Superintendent Lisa Ruiz said she was grateful the district could join a new Behavioral Health Centre in Rockville Centre, where students can receive guidance and counseling.
East Rockaway schools join Rockville Centre Behavioral Health Center
The East Rockaway School District has joined a partnership with Rockville Centre and several other districts in Northwell Health’s new Behavioral Health Center. The facility helps students find care for any crises they may be facing.  more
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Michael Dowling, president and chief executive of Northwell Health, center, spoke at the opening of the Behavioral Health Center
Oceanside schools join Rockville Centre Behavioral Health Center
Only days before the death of an Oceanside High School senior last weekend, the school district announced a partnership with Rockville Centre and several other districts in Northwell Health’s new Behavioral Health Center. The facility helps students find care for any crises they may be facing.  more
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The Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Evening of Excellence dinner Jan. 30, at which it honored community leaders and installed officers. Honorees included, from left, Ira Nash, of Northwell Health Physician Partners; Shannan Pearsall, of Mended Little Hearts of Long Island; Steve Freifeld, a Marion Street School teacher; and Carol Burak, a former chamber president.
Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce honors local leaders
One 2020 Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce honoree is an educator. Another is the coordinator of a nonprofit charity. One is a health care provider. And another is a community leader. Together they have contributed in countless ways to the village, chamber officials said. more
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South Side High School junior Madison Gamberg, right, with Superintendent Dr. William Johnson, at the opening of Northwell Health's Behavioral Health Center at 100 Merrick Rd. in Rockville Centre.
Northwell opens mental health center for teens in Rockville Centre
Losing a friend is never easy. And when the death is self-inflicted by a young, popular person, it is incomprehensible for the loved ones left behind. When South Side High School junior Madison Gamberg lost her best friend last year, she was shocked. more
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Gathered to cut the ribbon were, from left, Maggie Glier, director of nursing; Peter Scaminaci, president of Mercy Medical Center; State Assemblywoman Judy Griffin; Francis X. Murray, Rockville Centre mayor; Andy Healey, a resident and patient; Barbara Gibbons, chief nursing officer; Meghan Clark, nurse manager; Sharon Johnson, a patient; Dr. Bhoomi Mehrotra, chief of oncology services; Dr. Mohammed Ali, oncologist; Robin Cohen, a physician’s assistant; and Clare Odayan, a registered nurse.
New cancer center opens at Mercy Medical Center in Rockville Centre
Catholic Health Services has opened its fourth CHS Cancer Institute on Long Island at Mercy Medical Center in Rockville Centre. more
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Phil Alvarez, left, said he is fulfilling his late brother Luis Alvarez’s legacy by helping people with 9/11-related illnesses sign up for the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund. The fund recently instituted a “look-back” period, which means that those who could not previously sign up — because more than two years had passed since they were diagnosed with an illness — have another chance to do so.
Phil Alvarez continues fight of his late brother, Oceanside resident Luis Alvarez
Inspired by his brother’s heroism, Phil Alvarez is continuing to fight for those who are suffering from 9/11-related illnesses. more
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High school students tried their hand at preparing meals as part of the Northwell Health Spark! Challenge in Long Island Jewish Valley Stream’s Food and Nutrition Department.
Baldwin students hone their culinary skills
Baldwin High School students expanded their knowledge of the culinary world during the annual Northwell Health Spark! Challenge in Long Island Jewish Valley Stream’s Food and Nutrition … more
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