By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant About 6 million to 12 million head lice infestations occur annually among US children 3 to 11 years of age,
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Anne Foerster: Water instructor at Northeast YMCA finds her niche By Carol Radin I wanna see whitecaps!” Whitecaps in a blue-tiled, indoor chlorine-filled pool? Why
Testicular Cancer
Problem is commonly seen in men between ages 15 and 35, but chance for cure is high By Joseph M. Jacob, MD Testicular cancer
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By Ernst Lamothe Jr. Food is fuel for your body. And just like in cars, if you put the wrong fuel inside, something unfortunate
New Opioid PSAs
Local professionals say new national campaign to curb use of opioid won’t work By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Remember the public service announcements (PSAs) from
Café Offers Respite for Caregivers, Those Suffering from Memory Problems
Syracuse Memory Café in DeWitt gathers 30 to 40 people each month. They come for socialization, relaxation By Mary Beth Roach It’s late morning
Upstate Medical Opens Geriatric Department
Geriatrics is now a department of its own at Upstate Medical University By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant In consideration of the ever-growing baby boomer population,
Excessive Heat Poses Risks for Older Adults
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant For most people, extremely hot weather is a bit of a nuisance and fodder for light conversation. For elderly people,
Hidden Problem: Mental Health Problems Among Seniors
Mental issues affecting senior population are largely overlooked By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant More than 15 percent of adults aged 60 and older experience mental
Geriatric Syndromes Require Special Care
As we age, we become more likely to develop several co-occurring health problems that feed each other. These are called ‘geriatric syndromes’ By Deborah