Being a caregiver for a loved one can be a very fulfilling experience, but may also be one of the most difficult times in one’s life. The challenges faced are unlike any other; for many, taking …
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Nancy Geiger
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2/22/19
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A: Teachers and district administrators all over the United States are scrambling to deal with the student vaping epidemic. For people who are not familiar or sure exactly what vaping is …
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Lt. Joseph Pangaro, CPM
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1/30/19
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1. Chewing on Ice - Munching on hard, frozen cubes can chip or even crack your teeth.2. Playing Sports With No Mouth Guard - Whether you play football, hockey, or any other contact sport, don't get …
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Dr. Alina Bergan DDS
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1/30/19
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The winter season can be breathtaking when the ground and trees are covered with brilliant white snow. Although beautiful, snow and cold temperatures can make life challenging, especially for our …
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Nancy Geiger
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1/25/19
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The holidays are a time of celebration for many, but when a loved one is struggling with dementia, memories of times gone by can make gatherings bittersweet. Adjusting expectations and embracing new …
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By Kathleen Biggs, CTRS
Assistant Director, Therapeutic Recreation
Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
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12/14/18
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Great question. Patients, particularly with early stage (stage I-II) estrogen receptor positive breast cancer, have benefited immensely from the testing you describe. Gene expression profiling …
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12/5/18
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A: When I served as a police lieutenant in charge of helping the schools in my community, I had to get the message through to everyone in the district that the most dangerous thing they could …
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By Lt. Joseph Pangaro, CPM
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12/3/18
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A: Dr. Douglas Marks: Great question. Medical oncology clinical trials can involve enhanced diagnostic testing, medical treatments and lifestyle interventions. They are often a preferred method of …
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Douglas Marks, MD and Nina D’Abreo, MD
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11/15/18
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When it comes to surgery, women face a choice between breast conservation or a mastectomy. In most cases, patients are given a choice because studies have shown survival rates to be the same for both …
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Shubhada Dhage, MD, FACS
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11/9/18
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A: Dr. Shubhada Dhage: Multiple risk factors impact an individual’s risk of developing breast cancer during their lifetime. It is important to understand your risk, because it will be the basis …
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Written by Shubhada Dhage, MD, FACS, Douglas Marks, MD
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11/1/18
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