By Barbara Pierce “They’ve lost their voice! They don’t have any communication skills at all. They don’t know how to talk to girls
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5 Things You Should Know About Erectile Dysfunction
By Barbara Pierce Erectile dysfunction is one of the most common but least discussed health concerns affecting men particularly as they age, said
A Letter to My Grandson: Becoming a Man
By Barbara Pierce Dear Casey: I’m writing this to you, my grandson, on your 19th birthday. It isn’t easy, transitioning from a boy
1 in 5 Adults Suffer from Mental Illness
What’s behind the seeming surge in mental illness? By Barbara Pierce One in 20 of US adults and 1 in 5 Americans aged
Championing Change: How Megan Bunce and the Excellus BCBS Foster Care Team Are Brightening Futures
Submitted by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield “A close friend once told me that I was a people person and should use that ability as
Rome Health Receives $5 Million Grant
Mother Cabrini Health Foundation grant to help strengthen nursing workforce Rome Health has been awarded nearly $5 million over five years through the
Insomnia: Think Your Way to Sleep
By Barbara Pierce Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that makes it hard to fall asleep or stay asleep. Cognitive behavioral therapy for
How Much Advil or Motrin (Ibuprofen) Is Too Much?
Ibuprofen — better known by one of its brand names, Advil — is one of the most popular medications on the market today for
Fainting:Simple Tips to Stay Safe
Fainting can be scary, but it’s often harmless. Known medically as syncope, fainting happens when there’s not enough blood flow to the brain, causing
Q&A with Chris Sagaas
Director of Utica Public Library says library plans to offer more yoga classes, children’s programming and a Heritage Hub, a website that will allow









