Lockport Memorial Hospital

12/05/2025

❄️Cold snap alert!❄️ With extreme cold in the forecast, we encourage our community to take steps to protect ourselves during these frigid temperatures.🥶

Dr. Michael Mangione, the Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Kenmore Mercy Hospital, shares what people should be on the lookout for if they are planning on working or being outside in the cold. via News 4 WIVB Buffalo

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — As temperatures continue to drop, tips are being provided about what people should do if they plan on being outside during the cold temperatures, or what to do if you n…

12/04/2025

Attend one of our free car seat safety classes to ensure your little one is riding safe this winter! 🚗❄️ Each class includes a one-on-one car seat fitting with a technician. Available in Erie and Niagara Counties.

🔗 To register for an upcoming event, visit us at http://brnw.ch/CarSeatSafety.

12/03/2025

❄️❤️ Research shows combining physical activity, like shoveling, with cold weather can increase the chance of a heart attack. Be prepared and take it easy with these shoveling safety tips.

🔗 To learn more, visit https://brnw.ch/Shoveling.

12/02/2025

✨ This Giving Tuesday, consider giving back to those who spend their lives caring for our community! A gift to Foundation of Catholic Health plays a critical role in ensuring that our caregivers continue to have the best facilities and medical technology available.

🧡 Every donation has the power to help advance healthcare access for those in need! Help us further care services where it is needed most.

➡️ Visit chsbuffalo.org/foundations/donate to learn more.

11/29/2025

Skin care isn't just important when the sun is shining! Keeping your skin healthy during the winter months can actually help fight off infections.

🔗 To learn more, visit http://brnw.ch/WinterSkinCare.

11/27/2025

This holiday as we gather with family and loved ones, let us all give thanks to our healthcare professionals working through the holiday to ensure the safety of others!

"I would like to thank our healthcare team for the hope and healing they bring to our community every day. And to those who will be working this Thanksgiving, thank you for spending the day living our mission."
- Joyce Markiewicz, Catholic Health President & CEO

11/27/2025

Our dedicated associates, both within our hospital and throughout Catholic Health, have once again made a tremendous impact for those in need! This holiday season, food donations are more important than ever. Thanks to the kindness and generosity of our staff, we were able to deliver Thanksgiving meals to hundreds of families throughout Western New York.

From our family to yours, we wish you a joyful and healthy holiday! 🦃🧡

11/26/2025

The pain of a gallbladder attack can be so severe, it'll take your breath away. Find out why eating rich holiday dishes can leave us feeling not so festive afterwards.

ℹ️ To learn more, visit https://brnw.ch/GallbladderAttacks.

11/24/2025

Uterine fibroids are more common than many realize, yet their treatment is personalized for each individual. Factors such as the size, location, and associated symptoms of the fibroids play a crucial role in determining the most appropriate course of action.

ℹ️ To learn more about what to watch for and how to discuss treatment options with your OB/GYN or midwife, visit http://brnw.ch/Fibroids101.

11/22/2025

According to the CDC, 38 million people in the U.S. have diabetes, and 1 in 5 are unaware of their condition.

Controlled diabetes can already put people at risk for serious health complications, but uncontrolled diabetes puts them at an even higher risk. Endocrinologist, Dr. Raffaele Ruggiero offers insight into how he helps his patients with diabetes manage a healthy lifestyle.

🔗 To learn more, visit https://brnw.ch/DiabetesCare.

11/20/2025

Recovering from Orthopedic Surgery? Your journey to healing starts the moment surgery ends. Here's some essential tips for a smooth recovery:

✅ Do’s:
* Eat a balanced diet and stay hydrated to fuel healing.
* Keep your incision clean and dry to prevent infection.
* Get moving! Walking promotes blood flow and speeds recovery.

❌ Don’ts:
* Avoid driving until cleared by your doctor.
* Don’t skip follow-up appointments or physical therapy.
* Say NO to smoking, it slows healing and raises infection risk.

Your health matters. Follow your surgeon’s instructions and take recovery one step at a time! To learn more, visit http://brnw.ch/OrthoRecovery.

11/20/2025

🩺💙 OB/GYNs cultivate professional relationships with their patients that often evolve into deeply personal connections.

📌 If you're seeking to establish a relationship with a new physician, here are some important considerations to keep in mind: http://brnw.ch/FindingAnOBGYN.