Catholic Health

11/18/2025

Peak flu season is here once again. Use these tips to keep your family safe ahead of the holidays.

The flu season is upon us once again. The flu is a respiratory illness that is most common in winter months; every flu season about 20 to 40 million people in the U.S. are infected with the Influenza virus (commonly referred to as the flu). The flu can cause headache, body aches, sore throat, fever....

11/18/2025

Focusing on diet, exercise, and the right care can actually slow the progression of disease — and sometimes even stop it cold in its tracks. Hear from Dr. Jason Golbin, Chief Medical Officer at Catholic Health, in conversation with Health & Wellness Ambassador Katie Ledecky on the power of proactive health.

11/17/2025

About one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. The risk for prostate cancer can vary, based on age, race/ethnicity and other factors.

The prostate is part of the male reproductive system. It is a small gland that is located just below the bladder and in front of the re**um. This tiny gland secretes seminal fluid that mixes with s***m, keeping it healthy for conception. The prostate is about the size of a walnut and it tends to gro...

11/17/2025

This simple stir-fry is a great meal prep for the week ahead!

This simple, flavorful stir-fry is the perfect weeknight dinner - easy to assemble, quick to make, and enjoyed by the whole family. Ingredients: For the Sauce: • 1/2 cup of soy sauce• 1/2 cup vegetable broth• 1 Tbsp. Cornstarch• 1 Tbsp. Honey• 1 tsp Ground Ginger (or 1 Tbsp. fresh grated g...

11/14/2025

St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center has earned its 16th consecutive and 26th overall “A” grade for hospital safety from The Leapfrog Group. St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center has received more “A” grades than any hospital in New York State since the safety scores launched in 2012.

Its nationally ranked cardiovascular services and innovations are now available at other Catholic Health hospitals, as well as many of the system’s Ambulatory Care sites. Every Catholic Health cardiologist is part of St. Francis Heart Center.

For more on St. Francis' awards and recognitions, visit: https://bit.ly/4nBGesj

11/14/2025

“Every patient, every experience, every time.” That's the Catholic Health motto — and the new Patient Care Pavilion at Good Samaritan University Hospital showcases that even the smallest details were designed with our patients in mind.

11/13/2025

It's time for a different kind of health care.

We're shifting the focus to truly put the patient at the center of everything we do. That means more time, clearer health plans, and a guide by your side. Learn more from Catholic Health's Chief Medical Officer Dr. Jason Golbin and Dr. Robert Graham, Medical Director of The Center for Integrative Medicine and Optimal Health.

11/13/2025

Catholic Health's St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center, St. Charles Hospital, and St. Catherine of Siena Hospital, have each earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group on its Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Survey.🎉

This national distinction recognizes outstanding achievements in protecting patients from preventable harm and errors. The latest rating marks St. Francis' Hospital's 16th consecutive and 26th overall “A” grade, St. Charles Hospital's 11th “A” grade, and St. Catherine of Siena Hospital’s sixth “A” grade.

11/12/2025

11/12/2025

Join us for an inspiring conversation with champion swimmer and Catholic Health Health & Wellness Ambassador Katie Ledecky at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts on Tuesday, December 2, at 7 p.m. 🏊‍♀️

Grab your tickets: https://bit.ly/47YFeL0

11/12/2025

Your weekly Catholic Health Update is here! Learn more about these top stories:

☑️ Catholic Health staff get into the Halloween spirit
☑️ Shining a light on Lung Cancer Awareness
☑️ Don't miss it: Katie Ledecky at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts , December 2nd

11/11/2025

Doctors Eugene Rubach, Gary Gecelter and Sandeep Anantha recently performed the first Robotic Whipple procedure at Catholic Health, at St. Francis Hospital. This advanced minimally invasive surgical procedure is performed to treat patients with pancreatic cancer and periampullary tumors. Dr. Anantha explains, “In the realm of cancer surgery, the Whipple procedure is one of the most complex procedures, requiring highly skilled staff, performed at high acuity hospitals with excellent patient outcomes. Now, we are proud to have the opportunity to perform it with the state of the art Robotic technology at Catholic Health. Traditionally, this complex operation is performed with a large abdominal incision. With the high definition camera and articulating robotic instruments, we can perform the surgery with precision, achieving similar results. The minimally invasive approach allows for less pain, efficient recovery and better patient satisfaction.”