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John is a graduate of Villanova University with degrees in History, Communications, and Political Science. A lifelong Norwalk resident, he covers an array of topics from real estate and education to sports and entertainment. John has previously worked as a freelance reporter and brings experience in digital media advertising. A surfer, fisherman, and boater, John is prone to drop everything if the fish begin to bite or the waves are on. John Haffey was a former content writer at Daily Voice.

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Schervier Pavilion Receives High Marks For Elderly Care Schervier Pavilion Receives High Marks For Elderly Care
Schervier Pavilion Receives High Marks For Elderly Care For those seeking high-level elder care in Orange County, Schervier Pavilion, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, recently received a top recognition from one of the nation's premier oversight organizations. Schervier Pavilion is located on the campus of St. Anthony Community Hospital, which is also a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Nursing Home Compare, a resource on the Medicare website, provides each facility with a rating between one and five stars. The ratings come from a combination of health inspections, staffing and quality of resident…

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Newburgh, NY
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Schervier Pavilion Receives High Marks For Elderly Care Schervier Pavilion Receives High Marks For Elderly Care
Schervier Pavilion Receives High Marks For Elderly Care For those seeking high-level elder care in Orange County, Schervier Pavilion, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, recently received a top recognition from one of the nation's premier oversight organizations. Schervier Pavilion is located on the campus of St. Anthony Community Hospital, which is also a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Nursing Home Compare, a resource on the Medicare website, provides each facility with a rating between one and five stars. The ratings come from a combination of health inspections, staffing and quality of resident…

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Beekman-Poughquag, NY
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WMC Explains How To Maximize Your Visit To The Pharmacy Aisle WMC Explains How To Maximize Your Visit To The Pharmacy Aisle
WMC Explains How To Maximize Your Visit To The Pharmacy Aisle From aspirin to allergy medicine, navigating the aisles of a drugstore can seem like a complicated task. However, with a little forehand knowledge and some basic symptoms, finding the right solution for an illness doesn't always require a trip to a doctor. In drugstore aisles, over-the-counter medications are organized by symptoms. To find the right match, think about cause. “When you see your symptoms on the front of the box, flip it over to see the active ingredients,” said Steven Seeberger, RPH, director of pharmacy services at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical …

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Help Keep Senior Citizens Stable With Fall Prevention Tips Help Keep Senior Citizens Stable With Fall Prevention Tips
Help Keep Senior Citizens Stable With Fall Prevention Tips While slips and falls are rare occurrences and don't often result in serious injuries for most of the population, for the elderly, losing one's footing and falling to the ground can have very dangerous side effects and severely impact overall health. The bad news: one in three falls among adults 65 and over leads to a traumatic injury, such as a hip fracture. The good news: you have more control over falls than you might think. “Falls are preventable and predictable,” said Angela Katz, trauma injury prevention and outreach coordinator at the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHeal…

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Beekman-Poughquag, NY
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WMC Doctors And Staff To Hit The Road At 2018 TCS New York City Marathon WMC Doctors And Staff To Hit The Road At 2018 TCS New York City Marathon
WMC Doctors And Staff To Hit The Road At 2018 TCS New York City Marathon While providing premier care across the mid-Hudson Valley is all in a day's work for the doctors and staff that make up Westchester Medical Center Health Network, 12 individuals are also lacing up their sneakers and hitting the course at the 2018 TCS New York City Marathon to prove the network's commitment to health goes far beyond any office or operating room. Ranging in roles from executive vice president to nurses and surgeons, the 12 racers will all represent the medical center's unique specialties as they toe the line this October. In addition to running for their own health and persona…

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Beekman-Poughquag, NY
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Fall Into Shape At WMC's Autumn Fitness Events Fall Into Shape At WMC's Autumn Fitness Events
Fall Into Shape At WMC's Autumn Fitness Events Looking to get fit and support a cause this fall? Fortunately for Hudson Valley residents, Westchester Medical Center is offering a variety of fun fitness events that are as good for the community as they are for you. For friends, family and those looking to stroll in support of local children's care, the 2018 Go The Distance Walk offers the opportunity to support the work done by Maria Fareri Children's Hospital and the lives it has changed. Held on Sept. 16, rain or shine, at WMC's Valhalla campus, participants can sign up here. Rather get down and dirty? WMC's Trauma Mud Run pushes chall…

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Mahopac, NY
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Northern Westchester Hospital Dietitians: Changing Lives, Beyond Bariatric Surgery Northern Westchester Hospital Dietitians: Changing Lives, Beyond Bariatric Surgery
Northern Westchester Hospital Dietitians: Changing Lives, Beyond Bariatric Surgery With bariatric weight loss surgery, undergoing the initial surgical procedure is often just the first step in a larger journey to healthy living. And thanks to the nutritional team at Northern Westchester Hospital, patients are able to receive support every step of the way, which can result in a higher success rate and better emotional healing. "As a bariatric dietitian, I work with patients and counsel them one-on-one to help them know what to expect before surgery and for life afterward," said Brianna Farrand, the registered dietitian for the Surgical Weight Loss Program at North…

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Darien, CT
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Is Your Teen Suffering From Anxiety? Newport Academy Explains Signs Is Your Teen Suffering From Anxiety? Newport Academy Explains Signs
Is Your Teen Suffering From Anxiety? Newport Academy Explains Signs Unfortunately, teen anxiety disorders are increasingly common among adolescents, with roughly 25 percent of American teens between the ages of 13 and 18 having been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder at some point. Teens with anxiety disorders experience particularly high levels of anxiety and often struggle with feelings of tension and fear. As a result, these emotions can interfere with daily activities at work and school, as well as affect relationships with peers and family members. Teens can be diagnosed with various types of anxiety disorders, the most common of which is generalized a…

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Is Surgery Necessary? HVSG Explains The Ins And Outs Of Hernia Procedures Is Surgery Necessary? HVSG Explains The Ins And Outs Of Hernia Procedures
Is Surgery Necessary? Hvsg Explains The Ins And Outs Of Hernia Procedures Curious about treatment for abdominal pain, hernias, thyroid disorders or other minimally invasive surgeries? Dr. Har Chi Lau and Hudson Valley Surgical Group want to hear YOUR medical questions! Email [email protected] with the subject line 'Ask A Doc' for the chance to have your question answered and featured in the next monthly column.  Although nearly 5 million hernias develop annually in the United States, less than 1 million of these occurrences are operated on each year. "Not all hernias show symptoms, so it’s difficult to know if you have one," said Dr. Har Chi Lau of …

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Newburgh, NY
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Tee It Up Or Hit The Courts For A Cause In Orange County Tee It Up Or Hit The Courts For A Cause In Orange County
Tee It Up Or Hit The Courts For A Cause In Orange County St. Anthony Community Hospital is calling all athletes -- or those just looking for a good time -- at the hospital’s annual Golf & Tennis Classic to be held this September in Warwick. Participants will spend the day on the course and courts, enjoying a reception and dinner while supporting the Bon Secours Warwick Health Foundation. Golfers will have the opportunity to bring home the big prize, as the winner of the Hole in One contest will leave with a new 2018 Ford Fusion courtesy of Leo Kaytes Ford. Proceeds from the tournament will support St. Anthony Community Hospital, a member of …

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