Beekman-Poughquag, NY
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Yonkers Woman's Search For Kidney Touches Lives In Unexpected Ways Yonkers Woman's Search For Kidney Touches Lives In Unexpected Ways
Yonkers Woman's Search For Kidney Touches Lives In Unexpected Ways For Janet Roma, 52, her longstanding battle with diabetes had deteriorated her kidneys to the point that they could suddenly fail at any time. In order to regain her life and health, the Yonkers resident elected to seek out a kidney donor in hopes of finding a match. What would ultimately unfold was a story across three states affecting the lives of six strangers, who would help give Roma new life. More than 29 million people in the United States have diabetes, the most common cause of kidney failure. Our kidneys keep our bodies balanced; they remove waste products and extra water, help manu…

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New City, NY
Lifestyle
Advances In Bariatric Surgery Lead To Long-Lasting Weight Loss Advances In Bariatric Surgery Lead To Long-Lasting Weight Loss
Advances In Bariatric Surgery Lead To Long-Lasting Weight Loss For those suffering from obesity, newer surgical weight-loss procedures can help shed pounds and encourage better health, without many of the complications seen in older surgeries. Dr. Jonathan Arad, a bariatric surgeon at Montefiore Nyack Hospital, says patients who undergo gastric sleeve surgery on average lose 65 percent of their excess body weight, and often no longer need to take medication for diabetes, heart disease or high blood pressure. “This is not just a weight-loss procedure, but a way to get healthier overall,” he said. Who is a Candidate for Weight-Loss Surgery? Weight-loss,…

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New City, NY
Lifestyle
Calling All Men: Catch Health Problems Early With Simple Check-Ups Calling All Men: Catch Health Problems Early With Simple Check-Ups
Calling All Men: Catch Health Problems Early With Simple Check-Ups While going for a routine physical may not be at the top of many men's to-do lists, especially those in middle-age, males between 40 and 64 years old should begin regular health screenings, even if they feel healthy. “Your family health history really starts to come into play in middle age,” said Dr. Howard Feldfogel, of Highland Medical, P.C. Clarkstown Medical Associates and director of the Department of Medicine at Montefiore Nyack Hospital. “If you have a family history of heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes, you should be tested for these things, too. Even i…

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Rivertowns, NY
Lifestyle
St. John's Riverside Hospital Can Help The Sleepless Get Some Rest St. John's Riverside Hospital Can Help The Sleepless Get Some Rest
St. John's Riverside Hospital Can Help The Sleepless Get Some Rest Are you having trouble sleeping? If the answer is yes, you are not alone. The reported cases of sleep deprivation or insomnia are growing to epic proportions nationwide. More than 60 million Americans suffer from poor sleep quality, and more than 40 million meet the diagnostic criteria for sleep disorders. Americans are sleeping less and consequently are putting their health at risk. Patients who toss and turn all night will initially complain of lack of energy, irritability and loss of appetite. Left untreated, inadequate sleep carries with it both short- and long-term consequences includi…

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Poughkeepsie, NY
Lifestyle
HRHCare Offers Summer Sun Safety Tips HRHCare Offers Summer Sun Safety Tips
Hrhcare Offers Summer Sun Safety Tips Heading to the beach, playing sports and enjoying the outdoors with family and friends are often some of our favorite summer pastimes. But it’s important to protect yourself and your family this season by increasing your sun safety knowledge. Sun Safety Tips Overexposure to the sun can result in health complications later in life, including skin cancer. And as the earth’s ozone layer continues to decrease, our exposure to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays increases. Remember these sun safety tips as you and your family spend time outside this summer: • Take extra precaution between 10 a.m. and…

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Content Partner: HRHCare Community Health
Mahopac, NY
Lifestyle
According To CareMount Expert, Nutrition Is The New Medicine According To CareMount Expert, Nutrition Is The New Medicine
According To CareMount Expert, Nutrition Is The New Medicine “You are what you eat!” I love this familiar expression, first written in 1826, because we are now talking about the importance of nutrition with each other, in our schools and with our doctors. Although many of our eating habits were formed during childhood, it’s never too late to change them. When we talk about what you eat, we mean food as the source of essential building blocks and energy for your body. The quality of foods you take in affects how you feel, your metabolism and your lifespan! While there is no proof that one specific type of diet is the “healthiest,” what we know for cer…

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Content Partner: CareMount Medical
Teaneck, NJ
Lifestyle
Father-Son Holy Name Physicians Specialize In Diagnosing Chronic Illnesses Father-Son Holy Name Physicians Specialize In Diagnosing Chronic Illnesses
Father-Son Holy Name Physicians Specialize In Diagnosing Chronic Illnesses Father and son physicians are now members of Holy Name Medical Partners. Conrado Boja, MD and Michael Boja, DO are board certified in internal and family medicine, with primary care practice offices in Teaneck and Nutley. Holy Name Medical Partners is the medical center’s physician network comprised of more than 100 multi-specialty providers with locations throughout North Jersey. The Bojas' practice is comprised of dedicated physicians, physician assistants and nurses who work collaboratively to care for children, adults, and seniors.  Their expertise is in diagnosing and treating chroni…

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by Cecilia Levine
New City, NY
Lifestyle
Prediabetic? Here's How To Beat The Diagnosis Prediabetic? Here's How To Beat The Diagnosis
Prediabetic? Here's How To Beat The Diagnosis NYACK, N.Y. -- An estimated 84 million Americans have prediabetes -- a diagnosis which can ultimately lead to type 2 diabetes. However, 90 percent of those at risk are unaware of their condition, according to the CDC. Taking steps to reduce the risk of prediabetes and diabetes isn't difficult according to Dr. Valentine J. Burroughs, an endocrinologist at Highland Medical P.C. By simply making changes to diet and activity levels, diabetes can usually be completely avoided.  “If your doctor tells you that you have prediabetes, you should get busy making changes to your diet and exercise plan,…

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Fairfield, CT
News
Missing Retired Fairfield County Firefighter Found Safe Missing Retired Fairfield County Firefighter Found Safe
Missing Retired Fairfield County Firefighter Found Safe The retired Fairfield County firefighter who was reported missing earlier this week has been located, police said. A Silver Alert that was issued on Wednesday for 79-year-old Tony Capuano, who was reported missing by his family on Tuesday, has been canceled. The former Stratford firefighter had last been seen leaving the Baldwin Center in his Chrysler 300. Officials said that he was found upstate later in the day, safe on Wednesday. When he went missing, Capuano had no cell phone, and he suffers from diabetes and required his medication.

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by Zak Failla
Fairfield, CT
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Retired Firefighter In Fairfield County Reportedly Missing Retired Firefighter In Fairfield County Reportedly Missing
Retired Firefighter In Fairfield County Reportedly Missing Click here for an updated story: Missing Retired Fairfield County Firefighter Found Safe Police are seeking the public’s assistance as they search for a retired Fairfield County firefighter who has gone missing from the area. An alert was issued regarding 79-year-old Tony Capuano, who was reported missing by his family on Tuesday, officials said. The former Stratford firefighter was last seen leaving the Baldwin Center in Stratford at approximately 7 p.m. in a grey/blue Chrysler 300 with the license plate YW9001. Capuano’s family said that he has no cell phone with him, has diabetes and …

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by Zak Failla
Mahopac, NY
Lifestyle
NWH's Wound Care Program Helps Patients Heal Inside And Out NWH's Wound Care Program Helps Patients Heal Inside And Out
NWH's Wound Care Program Helps Patients Heal Inside And Out MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- After most invasive medical procedures, rest is crucial to making a full recovery. But what happens when despite best efforts, surgical wounds don't heal properly or need extra attention? That's where the doctors and staff at Northern Westchester Hospital's Wound Care Clinic come in. Following treatment for colorectal cancer, Mort knew he needed specialized wound care management. "I asked my doctors if there was a wound care clinic that could help me with the problem I was having," he said. "They told me about the Wound Care Center at Northern Westchester …

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Briarcliff, NY
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Not Just An Elephant Sitting On Your Chest: Know The Signs Of Heart Disease Not Just An Elephant Sitting On Your Chest: Know The Signs Of Heart Disease
Not Just An Elephant Sitting On Your Chest: Know The Signs Of Heart Disease SLEEPY HOLLOW, N.Y. -- Heart disease can manifest in many different ways. Most people are familiar with the description of an “elephant sitting on the chest” as a sign of angina and possible heart attack. Unfortunately, that is only one of many symptoms that can come with heart disease. Knowing some of the unusual symptoms, and, more importantly, “trusting your gut” and seeking help right away when something does not feel right, can help to save your life and the lives of others. Angina Angina or chest pain due to blocked arteries, can be notoriously vague and difficult to pinpoint. W…

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