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Celebrating Eric Pleskow: 2025 Excellence in Health Care Award Winner BryLin Hospital is proud to celebrate a major milestone in leadership and legacy. Eric D. Pleskow, CEO of BryLin Hospital, has been honored with the 2025 Excellence in […]
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June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month: Let’s Talk About It June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the unique challenges men face when it comes to mental health. Men are less […]
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Breaking the Silence Around Men’s Mental Health Awareness This June, in honor of Men’s Health Month and Men’s Mental Health Awareness, BryLin Hospital is raising awareness about the importance of men’s mental health by working to end the […]
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Nursing Jobs in Buffalo NY at BryLin Hospital Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of those struggling with mental health challenges? BryLin Hospital is excited to announce Open Interviews for LPNs, RNs, and RN […]
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70 Years Strong—And Still Breaking Stigmas As BryLin Hospital celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2025, we’re launching a bold new initiative throughout Mental Health Awareness Month this May: The BryLin Ice Bucket Challenge for Mental Health Awareness — […]
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Rising Suicide Rates in Erie County: Encouraging Help, Hope, and Healing The recent increase in suicide rates in Erie County is a stark reminder of the urgent need for awareness, prevention, and accessible mental health care. According to […]
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How BryLin is Spreading Hope Through the Psych Ward Greeting Card Program At BryLin Hospital, a simple act of kindness is transforming lives, thanks to the dedication of BryLin Art Therapist Eva Kocieniewski, LCAT, ATR-BC. Through her leadership, […]
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The rising rates of young people and suicide have become a significant public health crisis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), suicide is the second leading cause of death for individuals aged 10 to […]
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Mary Swygert Named Executive Director of Patient Care Services at BryLin Hospital Buffalo, NY – BryLin Hospital is proud to announce the appointment of Mary Swygert, R.N., as the new Executive Director of Patient Care Services. Mary brings […]
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Managing Election Stress: 5 Tips to Stay Well This Season As Election Day approaches, Americans are feeling the weight of one of the most high-stakes and divisive political climates in recent history. Many report heightened stress as they […]
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Understanding Depression in Our Youth: Signs, Conversations, and Treatment Depression is a serious mental health condition that can affect individuals of all ages, including children and adolescents. According to recent statistics, untreated depression is the leading risk factor […]
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Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Depression: It’s More Than Just Sadness Understanding Depression: It’s Not Always Visible When people think of depression, they often picture someone who is visibly sad or withdrawn. While sadness is a common […]
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Depression Awareness Month: The Importance of Reaching Out for Help October is recognized as Depression Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding, breaking down stereotypes, and educating the public about the impact of depression and other mental […]
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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: A Call to Action to Stop Suicide Today marks the end of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a crucial time to raise awareness about a critical public health issue: suicide. It’s a topic often shrouded […]
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BryLin Hospital Announces the Winners of its 2nd Annual Suicide Prevention Awareness Art Contest The Art Contest was launched in conjunction with Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, observed in September. Each year, this contest aims to raise awareness about […]
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Suicide Prevention Awareness: Addressing Men’s Mental Health September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, an important time to focus on the mental health crisis affecting men in the U.S. According to the CDC, suicide is the eighth leading cause […]
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*DEADLINE PASSED: AWARDS CEREMONY SCHEDULED FOR SEPTEMBER 24TH. BryLin Hospital’s 2nd Annual Suicide Prevention Awareness Art Contest August 26, 2024: In recognition of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month this September, BryLin Hospital is hosting its 2nd Annual Suicide Prevention Awareness […]
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Mark Nowak BryLin Hospital 716-886-8200 ext. 7614 mnowak@brylin.com August 26, 2024 BryLin Hospital Announces 2nd Annual Suicide Prevention Awareness Art Contest for September Theme: “You Are Not Alone” – Emphasizing the Importance of Support […]
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How Summer Break Can Affect Student Mental Health and How Parents Can Support Them Summer vacation is often envisioned as a joyful time, filled with the celebration of the last day of school and family fun. However, can […]
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BryLin Hospital Welcomes Lance Tlustos as Director of Social Work Services Buffalo, NY – BryLin Hospital is pleased to announce the appointment of Lance Tlustos as the new Director of Social Work Services. Lance brings over 15 years […]
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PTSD Awareness Day: June 27 Each year on June 27, National PTSD Awareness Day recognizes the profound effects post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has on the lives of those impacted by it. PTSD Awareness Day is a time to […]
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Boxing Legend Roy Jones Jr. Announces Death of Son DeAndre at 32 In a heartfelt and tragic announcement, boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. shared the devastating news of his son DeAndre’s death at the age of 32. On […]
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BryLin Hospital Congratulates Dr. Brian Joseph FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BUFFALO, NY – June 26, 2024 – BryLin Hospital proudly celebrates the outstanding achievement of Dr. Brian Joseph, ABPN diplomat in Forensic Psychiatry, for his successful completion of the […]
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Discover a Rewarding Nursing Career at BryLin Hospital in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Are you looking for a meaningful and impactful career in nursing? BryLin Hospital invites you to explore the fulfilling opportunities in psychiatric mental health nursing […]
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BryLin Hospital Announces Exciting Corporate Partnership with D’Youville University FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BUFFALO, NY – June 18, 2024 – BryLin Hospital is proud to announce a new corporate partnership with D’Youville University, designed to provide significant tuition discounts for […]
Honoring the Heroes of D-Day: 80 Years of Remembrance and Reflection During PTSD Awareness Month As we enter June, PTSD Awareness Month, we commemorate two significant events: the 80th anniversary of D-Day and our ongoing efforts to recognize […]
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BryLin Hospital Celebrates Pride Month – Supporting the LGBTQ+ Community At BryLin Hospital, we are proud to stand with and support the LGBTQ+ community in celebrating Pride Month. This June, we reaffirm our commitment to providing compassionate and […]
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National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month: A Time to Recognize and Address Disparities Each July, we observe National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the unique mental health challenges faced by racial […]
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Confronting Suicide and Mental Health Stigma The tragic news of Grayson Murray’s death has sent shockwaves through the golfing community and beyond. At just 30 years old, Murray had already achieved significant success in his career, including winning […]
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Congratulations to Dr. Wendy Weinstein on Being Named to Buffalo Business First’s Power 200 Women List! Buffalo, NY – May 21, 2024 – BryLin Hospital is proud to announce that Dr. Wendy Weinstein, our esteemed Unit Chief of […]
