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1963 bombing of Birmingham's 16th Street Baptist Church. His presentation focused on the importance of inspiring young people to take action. A noted researcher and author, Dr. Hrabowski's research and publications focus on science and math education, with emphasis on minority participation and performance. He was recently named by President Obama to chair the President's Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for African Americans. His latest book is "Holding Fast to Dreams: Empowering Youth from the Civil Rights Crusade to STEM Achievement." Catholic Health Services (CHS) recently completed the first phase of a large lighting initiative for its entities in Nassau and Suffolk counties. This phase focused on the hospitals and on continuing care services, upgrading from existing fluorescent, incandescent and high-intensity discharge systems to entirely light emitting diode systems. Approximately 9,400 fixtures and 28,000 lamps were replaced. Subsequent phases will include upgrading medical offices as well as second - ary areas within CHS's hospitals throughout Long Island. "The total cost of the first phase was $2,771,128," says Jim Proce, CHS Vice President of Facility Design and Development. "The estimated electric energy savings from phase one are 820 kilowatts at peak demand and 6,800,000 kilowatt hours annual usage, which is expected to save CHS more than $1 million per year in energy costs. PSEG Long Island rebates totaled $1,078,070. The phase one projects are expected to pay for themselves in about 1.5 years after rebates." North Shore University Hospital, a member of Northwell Health, has been named a 2016 Women's Choice Award winner as one of America's Best Hospitals for Heart Care. The Manhasset hospital is one of 352 hospitals nationwide and 10 in New York state to qualify for the evidence-based des - ignation, signifying a commitment to meeting the highest standards in cardiac and/or vas- cular services. This distinction identifies the country's best healthcare institutions based on clinical performance, as well as criteria that examine female patient satisfaction and what women say they want from a hospital, including quality physician communications, and responsiveness of nurses and sup - port staff. February is designated as American Heart Month, and the importance of heart care for women and awareness of cardiovascular risks has never been more essential. One in four women dies from heart disease in the United States, according to the CDC. "Heart disease is the No. 1 threat to women's health," says Stacey Rosen, MD, a cardiologist and Vice President of Women's Health at Northwell Health's Katz Institute for Women's Health. "By recognizing the unique aspects of heart disease in women, we can improve treatment and save lives. This award recognizes North Shore University Hospital's commitment to provid - ing high-quality, personalized cardiovascular care for both women and men." The American Legion Auxiliary Malverne Unit 44 partnered with Walgreens and Nassau University Medical Center (NUMC) Ambulance Division to bring toys to the pediatric wing at NUMC. Representatives who came from each group are Carol Hasset, PhD, and Yvonne Brunner from The American Legion Auxiliary, Louis D'Introno and Vishala Raghunanan from Walgreens, and Teresa Brunner from The NUMC Ambulance Division. Martin Clearwater & Bell (MCB) will host its spring webinar on April 7 from 9:30 a.m.– 11:30 a.m. Further details will be announced. If you are interested in receiving updates and information about MCB's education seminars, please contact Courtney Scott at scottc@mcblaw.com. For more information about the firm, visit mcblaw.com. Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology recently its newest location in Levittown, located at 3235 Hempstead Turnpike. This facility is Zwanger-Pesiri's seventh location in Nassau County and 18th overall. Catherine Masci, the building's de - signer, explains the modern look of the building, saying, "We wanted the outside to por tray the quality of technology that is on the inside, such as our MRI machines and CT scanners." The new office is at the site of the former Israel Community Center, which closed in 2008 and was demolished in 2013. As Town of Hempstead Super visor Kate Murray says, "The development of this proper ty which has been vacant for so long is wor th celebrating. That an innovative and thriving business such as Zwanger-Pesiri has chosen to come to Levittown makes this even better." "We are excited to add this new facility and staff to the Zwanger-Pesiri organization," says Susan Zwanger- Mendelsohn, MD, Executive Officer and Par tner of Zwanger-Pesiri. "Our goal is to provide easily accessible, superior, out - patient imaging to all of Long Island, and this office takes us one step closer." For more information, visit zprad.com. Children with hearing loss recently took part in a fun-filled holiday party at Cohen Children's Medical Center's Hearing and Speech Center. The event began with danc - ing to Meghan Trainor's hit song, "Better When I'm Dancing." Led by Zumba instructor and pre-school teacher Kristina Testani, more than 30 children, ages 4 to 18, danced to the sounds and beat of the music in one of the center's conference rooms. Also enjoy - ing the evening were parents, siblings and staff members. In addition, party goers were treated to a magic show, pizza, snacks and dessert. The event gives children with special needs an opportunity to connect with other kids with hearing loss for support and friendship. This year's holiday party was sponsored by the Long Island Hearing and Speech Society. Representatives from the American Legion Auxiliary Malverne Unit 44, Walgreens and the Nassau University Medical Center (NUMC) Ambulance Division recently partnered to bring toys to children hospitalized in NUMC's pediatric wing. Children with hearing loss enjoyed Zumba dancing at the Speech and Hearing Center's annual holiday party. 3 0❱❱❱❱❱ L O C A L N E W S

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