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Though essential tremor is the most common movement disorder, many people have not heard of it. This neurological condition causes uncontrollable shaking and differs from Parkinson’s disease, also a movement disorder. Treatment options for essential tremor include medications, therapies and procedures including deep brain stimulation, offered at Yale New Haven Hospital, and high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU). “Focused ultrasound is minimally invasive, does not involve surgery and is completed as an outpatient procedure,” said Hae-Young Hawong, DO, PhD, a neurologist with Yale New Haven Health and an assistant professor of Neurology, Yale School of Medicine. “Many patients experience immediate tremor reduction right after the procedure, and clinical studies report improvement in up to 75 percent of patients for as long as five years.” HIFU, offered by Greenwich Hospital, will be available at Adams Neuroscience Center at Yale New Haven Hospital when it opens in 2027. http://ynh.care/11S

Yale New Haven Hospital’s Adams Neurosciences Center is set to transform patient care with advanced radiology technology – some of which is the first of its kind in Connecticut. “This technology will help us expand our already advanced radiology and biomedical imaging capabilities and research,” said Cristina Fuss, MD, PhD, professor and most recently interim chair of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, Yale School of Medicine. “Imaging is obviously integral to diagnoses, but for many patients, it is a critical component of treatment plans.” Among several pieces of technology to be housed at the Neurosciences Center will be the state’s first PET-MRI and Yale New Haven Hospital’s second iMRI. The PET-MRI combines MRI’s detailed anatomical imaging with positron emission tomography (PET), which can show areas with high metabolic activity, such as tumors. The iMRI allows surgeons to see the exact state of tissues and structures while they operate and adjust the surgical plan on the spot if needed. Pictured is a radiology fluoroscopy system installed this past summer on Yale New Haven Hospital’s Saint Raphael Campus. http://ynh.care/11N

Sweet Treats & Traditions: Holiday Desserts from Around the World Join our Teaching Kitchen team for a virtual event to celebrate the flavors of the season. We’ll explore winter treats from kitchens and cultures around the world. Register for the Dec. 16 webinar today: http://ynh.care/11K

As the holiday shopping season begins, Yale New Haven Health and the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) are emphasizing the importance of toy safety and urging families to stay vigilant about counterfeit or hazardous children’s products. Learn more about important Toy Safety Tips for Holiday Shoppers by visiting http://ynh.care/11C

Yale New Haven Health wishes you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving.

The holiday season brings family, food and fun but also a higher risk of cooking burns. Thanksgiving is one of the busiest times of year at The Connecticut Burn Center at Bridgeport Hospital. Alisa Savetamal, MD, director of the Burn Center, shares ways to keep your celebrations injury-free. She says it's all about being aware of potential kitchen dangers. Some quick tips: 1️⃣Stay alert. Never leave cooking food unattended and be aware of what's happening in the kitchen. 2️⃣Turn pot handles inward to prevent unintentional spills and little hands from grabbing them. 3️⃣Use oven mitts to protect your hands and stand back when opening a hot oven. 4️⃣Keep children and pets away from the area. By taking these precautions, you can help ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday season for you and your family.🦃

Do you have trouble urinating, find yourself frequently going or feel like your bladder is not completely empty? These are all signs that you may have an enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Learn more about the ways we treat BPH and how you can get screened with a simple blood test: http://ynh.care/11y

Last week, the Vivienne C. Finn Foundation officially launched with its Founder’s Dinner in Greenwich, honoring Vivienne’s legacy and bringing together families, supporters and physicians committed to advancing pediatric cancer care. Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital and Yale School of Medicine pediatric neuro-oncologists Dr. Asher Marks and Dr. Vidya Puthenpura joined the evening to share their insight into caring for children with brain tumors and the importance of advancing clinical trials and emerging therapies.

Lee Schwamm, MD underscores how AI governance, evolving clinical tools, and a broader view of ROI are shaping our approach to artificial intelligence in care delivery.

Liza Estevez, Manager Patient Navigation at Yale New Haven Health joined a panel discussion at the State Capitol convened by Clifford Beers Community Care Center to explore innovative initiatives across Connecticut. Liza manages a team of Community Health Workers at Yale New Haven Health System who work tirelessly to facilitate patient access to services and improve the quality of health care delivery.