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Are Your Children Getting Enough Sleep?
The consensus is that school children could have a few more hours of sleep By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Most parents realize that their children
Back to School on the Autism Spectrum
A new academic year is always a challenge for some on the autism spectrum. But parents can take some steps to reduce the problem
Excessive Video Game Playing Now Considered a Disorder
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The World Health Organization in May classified excessive video gaming stations as a disorder, and the American Psychiatric Association has
New Hospital Ranking Puts St. Joseph’s as No. 1 in CNY
By Payne Horning St. Joseph’s Health Hospital in Syracuse has been named the best hospital in Central New York. More than 4,500 community hospitals
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SUNY Upstate orthopedic surgeon discusses his role as the new president of Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America By Chris Motola Q: You’ve been
Upstate Trauma Center in the Middle of Peak Season
Upstate Trauma Center sees a spike in the number of people it treats this time of the year By Payne Horning For most, summer
Navigating Fair and Festival Food
Fried dough, funnel cakes, corn dogs, deep fried cookies — we’ve asked the experts about eating those delicious treats By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant From
Generics
Are they really safe and effective? Recent news stories raise questions about these drugs By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Are generic prescription medications as safe
Oh, the Aging Eyes
Droopy eyelids, dry eyes, floaters, cataracts, ocular migraines are just some of the eye problems we may have to deal with as we age