The Health Benefits of Laughter

By HEALTH

It’s true: laughter is strong medicine. It draws people together in ways that trigger healthy physical and emotional changes in the body. Laughter strengthens your immune system, boosts mood, diminishes pain, and protects you from the damaging effects of stress. Nothing works faster or more dependably to bring your mind…

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Another First for Brooks-TLC Hospital System

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New Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon Performs First Spinal Fusion in History of Hospital Dr. Sunil Kukreja, one of two new orthopedic surgeons in the area, has performed the first spine surgery in the 125-year-history of Brooks Hospital. The case — a spinal fusion — performed on a local woman, was…

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History-Making Hip Surgery at Brooks-TLC

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Surgeon performs first anterior hip replacement procedure in history of hospital MARCH 27, 2024, DUNKIRK, NY — Dr. Ryan Shephard, a new-to-the-area orthopedic surgeon has performed the first anterior total hip replacement at Brooks Hospital — an achievement which marks the first availability of the procedure not only in 125…

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2024 Total Solar Eclipse

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On Monday, April 8th, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross a 16-mile wide path through Western New York. The last total solar eclipse over New York State was in 1925 and the next one isn’t expected until 2144. IT’S A BIG DEAL!! What we have learned from past events: …

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National Social Work Month

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As March blossoms with the promise of spring, it also marks National Social Work Month, a time to honor the invaluable contributions of social workers in our healthcare system. At Brooks-TLC Hospital System, we take this opportunity to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated professionals who embody compassion, empathy,…

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