By JC Trussell, MD Marijuana (cannabis) is the most commonly used drug in the world, with an estimated annual prevalence of 3.8% of the
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Nursing Career: Lifelong Dream for Two CNY Women
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant For many children, their desired career changes on a whim. These two women always felt a strong pull towards nursing.
Elder Abuse On the Rise in America
CDC: Family members commit most of the violence As the American population ages, elder abuse rates are increasing, particularly among men, federal health officials
5 Things You Need to Know About Hearing Loss
By Ernst Lamothe Jr. Losing your hearing can be a scary experience. The unknown or panic of decreasing hearing ability can send many people
Medical Marijuana: A Boon for Older Adults?
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The incidence of pain affecting older adults is considerable: half of this population who live independently and about 80% of
Hundreds of Cases of Elder Abuse Registered in CNY
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Elder abuse in Central New York is more prevalent than many people may realize. According to the New York State
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Caregivers urged to get frequent breaks to avoid burnout By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant If you care for an elderly loved one at home, particularly
End-of-Life Plans
Baby boomers reflect the ‘I did it my way’ anthem of their generation even in funeral pre-planning By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Fewer people are
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Lead orthopedist for the Syracuse University football team shares his experience caring for the athletes By Chris Motola Q: Tell us about your experience
Yoga at the Library
Yoga program at White Branch Library in Syracuse features Bhutanese influence By David L. Podos Are you interested in fitness and improving your general