Seek alternatives for pain management By Barbara Pierce Those of us on Medicare are the most vulnerable to becoming addicted to pain medication. We’re
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Going under the Knife
Scheduled for surgery? Here’s what you need to know to prepare By Barbara Pierce Dear Doctor: I’m 75 years old and am scheduled to have minor
New wave of painkiller
Medical marijuana dispensary opens in Utica By David L. Podos Darlene Riley, a local Utica resident, has recently been given a prescription from her
Anxiety-ridden?
Feeling uncomfortable in social situations? Here’s how to keep it together By Barbara Pierce “I can’t even walk out to my mailbox. I’m afraid
Compelling Reasons to Dig into Red Potatoes
By Anne Palumbo Baby red potatoes are my go-to variety of potato and here’s why: They offer a smidge more nutritional benefit than white;
Director of Community Services
Elizabeth Pritchard is director of community services for Upstate Cerebral Palsy in Herkimer and Oneida counties By Barbara Pierce “I love what I do. This
Summer means vacation time!
Ready to pack up the car and kids? Take heed of this valuable travel advice By Barbara Pierce There’s probably nothing more American than
Loving Thy Neighbor
But first, who is my neighbor? By Brooke Stacia Demott Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part series discussing what Jesus meant
Our lives, impacted by addiction
By Ambi Daniel Addiction has gathered steam on the way to becoming one of society’s biggest challenges. This goes far beyond the opioid epidemic.
Coming to a Hospital Near You: Artificial Intelligence in the OR
By George W. Chapman It’s coming to your local hospital sooner than you think. According to industry experts, up to 45% of operating rooms