By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The American Heart Association developed the “Life’s Simple 7” program to help keep the brain and heart healthy from childhood
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Mustafa Awayda, MD
Physician talks about Rahma Health Clinic, a center on Syracuse’s south side he founded in 2012 to care for the health of the underserved
5 Myths You Should Know About Medical Marijuana Use
By Ernst Lamothe Jr. Everyone has an opinion on medical marijuana or marijuana in general. Years ago, few in society or the medical community
Plant-Based Diet Supports Good Health
Even if you’re not a vegetarian or vegan, eating more plants can benefit your health By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Many Americans don’t eat enough
Caregivers-in-Chief
Women — mostly married and employed — make up 66 percent of all those involved with informal caregiving By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant About 3
Childbirth Cheerleaders
CNY Doula Connection helps families bring babies into the world By Ashley M. Casey A family expecting a baby has a lot of decisions
Srinevas Reddy, M.D.
Cancer doctor from Roswell Park Cancer Institute now providing services to patients at Oneida Healthcare, a hospital that’s building a comprehensive cancer program By
Hope Runs Eternal
Frieda and Gary Weeks carry on daughter’s mission to fight ovarian cancer By Ashley M. Casey Each October, the color pink lights up the
Syracuse Refugee Children Find Care at Upstate Clinic
By Matthew Liptak The many refugee children who are welcomed to Syracuse each year have come a long way to find safety, but many
Eye Drops to Cure Cataracts?
Scientists are still testing using eye drops to dissolve cataracts in humans; in the meantime, new laser techniques are making surgery a lot more