Healthy Living
Effectiveness Of Meditation On PTSD Study
Christy Hinko April 12, 2016
Veterans and active service members with post-traumatic stress disorder may be eligible to participate in a research study. Doctors at Northwell
NYU Langone Seeks Veterans For Depression Study
Christy Hinko April 12, 2016
The Cohen Veterans Center at the NYU Langone Medical Center is seeking veterans diagnosed with depression, or experiencing the following symptoms: – Feelings of sadness, tearfulness,
GDGC Sponsors Free Elder Law Hotline On May 4
Christy Hinko April 11, 2016
In recognition of National Older Americans Month this May, Genser Dubow Genser & Cona (GDGC), an elder law and estate planning
Nutrition & Your Child
Stefani Pappas Sassos April 4, 2016
Good nutrition is essential at any age, but it is especially important in our youth. What children eat plays a crucial
Water Safety During Autism Awareness Month
Christy Hinko April 2, 2016
April is National Autism Awareness month. It is also when most of the country experiences the warmer temperatures of spring, leading
Hepatitus B-Affected Patients Are Asymptomatic
David Bernstein March 17, 2016
Hepatitis B affects more than 300 million people worldwide and more than 2 million Americans. The New York area has some
March Marks Poison Prevention Week
Rohanie Parbhoo March 17, 2016
You may not realize it but there are many substances in your kitchen, backyard and garage that could cause serious harm
Learn The Basics To Create A Not-So-Basic Brunch Dish
Carol Kicinski March 16, 2016
I firmly believe that in order to master any subject, you must first learn the basics. This is certainly true for
Winthrop-University Hospital Earns Magnet Designation
Leanna Cherry March 16, 2016
Winthrop-University Hospital has recently received national recognition for excellence in nursing from the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program.
Fuel Your Body: A Guide To Pre/Post Workout Meals
Katherine Alexis Athanasiou March 15, 2016
We all know the adage, “New Year, New Me,” but by this time each year, most people have given up on
Savor The Flavor Of Eating Right
Marissa Licata March 12, 2016
March is National Nutrition Month, a nutrition education and awareness campaign sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The campaign
Gambling Awareness Month in March
Rohanie Parbhoo March 11, 2016
Although we may not realize it, we are surrounded by gambling opportunities throughout our lives. Whether it’s a quick trip to
March Is National Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month
Caroline Jones March 9, 2016
Little-known treatment could save lives In light of National Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month, author Julia Schopick points to a little-known yet
Could You Be Ruining Your Children’s Dental Health?
Toni Tantlinger February 20, 2016
As hard as parents try to set the right examples, teach the right lessons and reinforce the right habits to their
The Tooth Fairy Gets A Modern Makeover
Jennifer Fauci February 19, 2016
When Manhasset resident Ingrid Bencosme’s daughter’s tooth was loose, the little girl immediately wanted to know about the tooth fairy. That’s
Make Your Morning Fun With Healthy ‘Cupcakes’ For Breakfast
Carol Kicinski February 18, 2016
There are times when I can think of nothing better to eat for breakfast than a gluten-free cupcake. After all, we
Alternative Medicines On The Rise
David Bernstein February 18, 2016
The use of alternative medicines for the treatment of systemic disease continues to rise in the United States. There are many
What Is Zika Virus?
Christy Hinko February 17, 2016
On Monday, Feb. 1, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Zika virus as a global health emergency, prompting world
Are You Ready for a Winter of Warmth and Wellness?
Jennifer Leeflang February 13, 2016
Recent unseasonably warm temperatures here in the Northeast may make winter seem like it’s never coming, but cold weather is inevitably
