By Gwenn Voelckers It wasn’t easy. As a woman who lived through the challenges of divorce, I understand first hand how difficult it can
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Cyber Crime: ‘The Most Significant Attack on the Healthcare System in US History’
By George W. Chapman On Feb. 22, 2024, the giant healthcare billing clearinghouse “Change Healthcare” (owned by United Healthcare Group) was hacked. It is
Examining the Pros and Cons of Ketamine
By Eva Briggs, MD As a physician, I’m always learning with continuing medical education. Recently some CME popped about ketamine and its use to
Go Play in the Dirt!
Unveiling the therapeutic potential of soil: Elevating serotonin levels — and mood By Sara Gleasman-DeSimone, guest columnist As the blossoms of spring are here
Easy-to-Use Dental Care Products for Elderly Seniors
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, I have arthritis and hand tremors that affects my grip strength and makes brushing my teeth difficult. I’ve
How We Protect You From Misleading Advertising And Communications
By Warren Beck | Social Security District Manager in Syracuse Social Security works with the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) to protect you
Nunn’s Home Medical Equipment
Nunn’s Home Medical Equipment is a family-owned business, opened in 1942, that offers a variety of DME products, along with oxygen and sleep therapy
Skilled Nursing Facilities in Dire Financial Straits
Situation may get worse with NYS proposed budget cuts By George W. Chapman Over 97,000 people in New York state depend on skilled nursing
‘Beware the Ides of March’ … or Not!
By Gwenn Voelckers In William Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar,” a fortune teller warns Caesar to “beware the ides of March.” That immortal phrase portends gloom
The Sneeze Season Approaches
Allergy season is coming as trees begin releasing pollen in March here in Central New York By Eva Briggs, MD Gesundheit! Or God bless