By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Eat right. Exercise. Get medical check-ups. All of these may help you maintain better physical health. But what about mental
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The Hidden Dangers of Heartburn
By Jim Miller Almost everyone experiences heartburn or acid indigestion from time to time, but frequent episodes can signal a much more serious problem.
How to Make Achievable New Year Resolutions
By Kimberly Blaker “Year’s end is neither an end nor a beginning but a going on, with all the wisdom that experience can instill
Avoid Chapped Skin
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant It’s chapped skin time. But you don’t have to endure flaky, red, irritated skin this winter. Local experts offer a
Hand Washing Curbs Seasonal Sniffles
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The best way to reduce your risk of catching a cold or influenza doesn’t cost a thing and is something
Older Adults Need Personal Care
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Individualized care is important at any age; however, medical researchers tend to lump together people in their 70s, 80s and
Doctors Deserve the Right to Collectively Negotiate
By Peter Ronchetti, MD Are you concerned about the availability of physicians in your community? You should be. A recent report from the Healthcare
Volunteers at Friends of Strong: Comfort and Care to Patients, Big Savings for Hospital
By Matthew Liptak The hundreds of volunteers who donate their time to the Friends of Strong organization offer vital care and comfort to patients,
MOvember: It’s Not a Typo. It’s an Invitation to Grow Facial Hair
Local residents are encouraged to grow facial hair in November to show support for men’s health, especially men affected by prostate cancer By Patrick
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Child and adolescent psychiatrist bucks the trend, goes solo By Chris Motola Q: While more and more physicians are joining groups and hospitals, you’re