Featured Patient Stories
AIR
Therapy for Peanut Allergies Helping Toddler

Young children with peanut allergies are at risk for exposure in everyday life. Coleen and her husband Andrew know this well – and are going through an allergy therapy that could help their son outgrow his peanut allergy.
Cancer
Yoga Instructor Shows Strength Throughout Colon Cancer Treatment

Even the strongest people with the healthiest lifestyle can be at risk for colorectal cancer. Heather Sommer is living proof.
Secret Service Member Returns To Unity To Thank Care Team

Fifteen years after receiving expert care from the Golisano Restorative Neurology & Rehabilitation Center team, Stephen Lillis returned to express his gratitude face to face.
Canton Woman Finds ‘Wonderful and Attentive’ Cancer Care At Canton-Potsdam Hospital

There are moments as a woman and a mother when you know something isn’t right. For Jolene, it led to a breast cancer diagnosis. Her cancer team was with her every step of the way.
Sharing the Joy of Reagan’s Rainbows

After recovering from brain surgery at Golisano Restorative Neurology & Rehabilitation Center, Reagan created a way to give back to the people who helped her – and to other young patients.
How The ‘Sickest Person in the Hospital’ Found Healing

At one point during her stay at Unity Hospital, doctors told Kay Sullivan she was the sickest patient who was there. Thanks to the hard work of countless medical staff, she is now home and living her normal life.
Team at Golisano Rehab Helps Man with Remarkable Stroke Recovery

Each day, patients at Golisano Restorative Neurology & Rehabilitation Center are taking steps toward a fuller recovery. Guy is one of those patients and shares what makes his recovery and rehab team so important to him.
‘A True Gift’: Renewed Life After TAVR Procedure

In just a few months, David went from being an active grandfather and husband to being constantly tired and out of breath. Then he learned about a new heart procedure that would change his life.
Afghan Refugees Find Fresh Start with Rochester Regional Health

After working with the U.S. military in Afghanistan, Folad and Sayed were able to come over to the United States on special visas. Building a new life is a challenge – one that they welcome.
Rob Pinson's Story

Over the course of a few months, Rob Pinson went from relatively healthy to undergoing cancer treatment. The staff at the Lipson Cancer Institute were there for him every step of the way.
Heart Surgery Gives Waterloo Woman More Time with Grandkids

Mary White couldn’t walk to the bathroom without getting winded. After a surgery at Rochester General Hospital, she is playing with her grandchildren again.
Home for Christmas: Abram’s Story

After an early birth and 22 days in the NICU, baby Abram is home with his family. The Balschmiter family and their medical team share their story.
Woman Finds Joy In Life with ElderONE

Deb was going through a tough time after losing her best friend. After enrolling in an ElderONE adult day program, she was able to find support.
A Friendship Birthed At RGH

After years of trying to become pregnant, Jenn and her husband were expecting a baby. While in labor & delivery, Jenn developed a close bond with one of her nurses: Amy.
Recent Health Hive Articles
Bone and Joint
Understanding Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery

If pain and limited movement are keeping you from living your life fully, learning more about a hip or knee replacement could be the first step toward a better life.
News
RGH President and COO Named National 'Rising Star'

Tammy Snyder, MPH, President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Rochester General Hospital (RGH), has been named among the nation’s “Rising stars: Healthcare Leaders Under 40” by the influential publication Becker’s Hospital Review.
Nutrition
Healthy New Year Resolutions

Kickstart your digestive system after all those holidays treats with these top nutritious New Year's resolutions.
Parents & Kids
Learning About the Dental Trend of Oil Pulling

The TikTok trend of oil pulling to improve oral health may seem new, but its origins are centuries old. Ahmed Farag, DDS, explains the practice and if it should be used.