💡 Did you know women experience more migraines 3x more than men and that 85% of chronic migraine sufferers are women? Plus, women's migraines tend to be longer and more severed compared to men's. ❓ What's the reason for this gender gap when it comes to migraines? Hormonal shifts, like fluctuating estrogen and progesterone, play a big role. According to Dr. Jin Li, a neurologist and the medical director of the WMCHealth headache specialists' program, women's pain (particularly if it's hormonally driven) hasn't always been taken seriously. Fortunately, that's now changing. If you're a woman who suffers from migraines, there are treatments available that can help, including medication and hormone replacement therapy for women in perimenopause or menopause. Got a headache? Don't hesitate to seek care. Call 914.493.7000 or visit us online to find a doctor who can help: https://bit.ly/4dy0O9D June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. #MHAM2025 #MoveAgainstMigraine #Headache #Migraine https://bit.ly/3Z2uDJy (fb)

🌟 Beacons of Patient-Centered Care!🌟 The dedicated nursing professionals in the cardiothoracic ICU at Westchester Medical Center provide exceptional care to patients both before and after bypass surgeries, heart transplants, and other significant cardiovascular operations. They look after patients when they're at their most vulnerable, making sure everyone gets the best possible treatment. Simply put - they're saving lives each and every day. The clinical skill of the CTICU nursing team is extraordinary, which is why they were recognized with a Beacon Award as one of the nation's best in critical care medicine. “Any time you sincerely want to make a change, the first thing to do is raise your standards,” says head nurse Jessica Boland, RN. “The Beacon Award sheds light on the fact that, despite our complex case mix, we are exceeding national standards in cardiac surgery.” Have you or a loved one spent time in our CTICU? If so, share your positive experiences in the comments below. #NursesWeek #NationalNursesWeek #BeaconAward (fb)