Catholic Health News & Stories

Here are five tips to help reduce the risk of developing illnesses.

Building brain health with movement, social activities, and a healthy diet helps keep your mind’s wiring strong and resilient over time.

Learn more about ACL injuries and what treatments are available.

The benefits of acupuncture in treating certain ailments and conditions.

Certain factors contribute to needing more or less water daily.

Recognizing the symptoms of an asthma attack, and learning about asthma triggers, can help you get the care you need. 

A colonoscopy is a powerful tool that screens for colorectal cancer and may make some people nervous. Learn what to expect and how to handle the anxiety.

Learn the warning signs of appendicitis, what causes it and how it is treated. Find out when to seek care and how to protect your appendix health.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Recipe courtesy of St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center®

A cardiologist answers commonly asked cardiology questions.

Beth Miller, MS, RDN, CDN, CSO, Oncology Dietitian at Good Samaritan University Hospital, answers frequently asked questions about the important role of nutrition in a cancer patient’s journey.

Recipe courtesy of St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center®

Recipe courtesy of John Vaeth, Good Samaritan University Hospital Executive Chef

Healthy Tips for back to school.

Recipe courtesy of St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center®

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Eating less meat—or even giving it up entirely—may reduce your risk of disease and improves your overall health.

Article about Tick-Borne Illnesses

Yields 12 cookies.

A well-balanced, nutrient-dense diet and physical activity are key factors to help prevent cancer.

The possible health risks of daylight saving time and preventative things you can do about them.

Dr. Sean Levchuck, St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center® Chair of Pediatric Cardiology, shares the importance of scheduling a cardiac screening.

Learn how to prevent caregiver burnout from negatively affecting your life and your health and learn about the services available to help with care. 

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We will break down the difference between celiac disease and gluten intolerance, highlight common symptoms and explain testing.

Summary of information about cervical cancer.

Recipe courtesy of St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center®

Chicken Club Lettuce Wrap Recipe

Yields four servings.

Yields 6 portions

Makes 4 servings

Recipe courtesy of St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center®

Tips for choosing a pediatrician for first-time parents.

Chronic Snoring - when syou should be concerned.

Recipe courtesy of John Vaeth, Good Samaritan Hospital Executive Chef

Yields 6 portions

Pros and Cons of Cold Plunges

Common Diagnostic Tests and Why They are Used.

Article about common food allergies and how they can be treated.

Comparing Different types of diet plans.

Risks, symptoms, and treatment for a compression fracture - an injury of the back.

The ThinkSMART!™ Program at St. Charles Hospital is Long Island's leading resource for the evaluation and treatment of concussions.

A congenital heart defect (CHD) is the most common type of disability present at birth.

Flavorful fish recipe for a quick and easy dinner.

Crockpot Mexican Vegetarian Lentil Chili Recipe

While the two inflammatory bowel diseases are alike in many ways, there are key differences.

Serving Size: 8, 4-ounce portions.

Digital Safety Tips for Kids