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New Partnership Helps Those with Chronic Kidney Disease
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield members with stage 4 or 5 chronic kidney disease (CKD) may be eligible for a new program, REACH Kidney Care, which
Resources You May Need If You Care for Someone with Alzheimer’s
By Barbara Pierce Caring for someone with dementia is challenging. Not only do they have memory problems, but they lack the ability to care
Nearly Half of U.S. Counties Lack Cardiologists Despite High Need
Where you live plays a vital role in how easy it is to receive care for heart problems. Nearly half of U.S. counties don’t
Still Using Hand Sanitizers? Some Contain Cancer-Causing Ingredient
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant F or more than 18 months, much of the world has been slathering on hand sanitizer to protect against COVID-19.
How to Buy the Best Blood Pressure Monitor for You
By Jim Miller Everyone with elevated or high blood pressure should consider getting a home blood pressure monitor. Home monitoring can help you keep
Tips for Student Athletes to Play Hard and Smart During the Sport Season
Push yourself — to a certain point, says athlete By Daniel Baldwin What does it take for a typical high school and college student
Upstate Mammography Van Provides Women a Safe, Private Screening
Since the van was first introduced in 2019, 1,359 patients have used the service By Mary Beth Roach It’s pink and blue. It’s 45
Atrial Fibrillation: Take Your Fluttering Heart Beat Seriously
By Kimberly Blaker Often, when we think of heart conditions, we associate them with age. Although atrial fibrillation (AFib) is found more often in
Q & A with Karen Korotzer of Arc of Oneida/Lewis Chapter
To offset workforce shortage, nonprofit is planning to use technology to help support clients in their homes, says Arc of Oneida/Lewis Chapter CEO By