Bras Make Breasts Sag, Study Suggests

For generations, women have been advised that wearing a bra would keep breasts from sagging, prevent back pain and improve posture..

New Autism Registry Hopes to Boost Research Participation Rates

Each year, only 5 percent of the estimated 1.5 million children with an autism spectrum disorder in the US participate in clinical research studies.

Surgical Site Infection Rate Among CNY Hospitals Up 11 Percent

Upstate New York hospitals have been more successful than state facilities as a whole in lowering rates of two commonly reported hospital-acquired infections, according to a detailed analysis of four years of patient infection data issued in April by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield.

Apps Help Doctors and Patients

Smartphone applications, commonly called “apps” have changed the way many Americans perform tasks, get information and entertain themselves. They also have changed how people manage their health and how healthcare professionals monitor health.

Where Acting Meets Medicine

Actors help medical students at SUNY Upstate learn how to deal with patients.

Being a Mom is Good for You

Of course, no woman becomes a mother to improve her health, but it’s nice to know you receive some health perks that come with the role. Christine Goldman, DONA-certified birth doula and owner of Doulas of CNY, noticed that when she became a mother, she began modeling better eating habits.

Meet Your Doctor: Robert Swift, DO

Orthopedic surgeon in Auburn holds a Bronze Star for his performance in Afghanistan.

Former SUNY Upstate President: A New Role as a Professor

Physician Gregory Eastwood remains active at Upstate after presiding it for more than 10 years.

Mud Runs

New practice getting lots of attention from both serious athletes looking for a physical challenge and couch potatoes looking for a good time.

Aerial Yoga Anyone?

New yoga practice finding a strong following.

5 Cups of Tea That Could Save Your Life

Sip on this. Your favorite cup or mug just might hold the key to your health.

HOACNY Expands Services, Relocates Office in Auburn

Center for Cancer Care and Blood Disorders in Auburn moves to larger office as service expands.

Chittenango Practice Fills Need in Madison County

People looking for primary care providers in the Chittenango area have another option thanks to physician Robert T. Friedman. In October Friedman partnered with Oneida Healthcare to open Chittenango Internal Medicine. The office is located on Genesee Street in Chittenango.

New Health and Wellness Show Debuts on WRVO

WRVO Public Media is adding a new half-hour program to its Sunday evening broadcast schedule. “Take Care,” a conversation on health and wellness, will be co-hosted and produced by Lorraine Rapp and Linda Lowen.

‘Medicare Lady’ Helps Veterans, Others Navigate Medicare Coverage Options

Affectionately known as “The Medicare Lady”, Theresa Cangemi, independent agent and president of Medicare Made Simple in Syracuse, helps educate seniors and their families about the multitude of options available to them when the time comes to enroll in Medicare.

 Golden Years  

Seniors Helping Seniors

Franchise finding success by using seniors to take care of seniors in need.

Hit 60? Consider Getting a Shingles Vaccine

If you think your good health and hardy constitution will spare you from getting shingles, you may be in for an unpleasant surprise.

Why Eye Exams Are Important for Seniors

Cataracts 101

A cataract is a clouding of the eyes natural lens. When we look at something, light enters our eye through the pupil. The light is focused onto the retina by the cornea and the lens. The lens must be clear in order to focus light properly onto the retina. If the lens has become cloudy, this is called a cataract.

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