With spring bursting forth around us, we are all eager to head outdoors and enjoy the warmer weather. However, for people with allergies, this often isn’t possible without sniffling, sneezing and itchy eyes. Whether it’s tree pollen, weeds or mold, we need to understand what’s causing our allergies, and how to keep them under controlWhat’s Making You Sneeze?Pollen grains are the tiny ...

No one likes a skin infection. Though you may not have heard of it, impetigo is a very contagious bacterial skin infection that is pretty common, especially in children. Impetigo is even sometimes called the “school disease,” as it can quickly spread from child to child in a classroom. So, let’s dive into everything you need to know to stay impetigo free!What is impetigo?Impetigo is a ...

Whether you slipped shoveling snow or took a tumble in the ice rink, a blow to the head can really hurt! But how do you know when to just brush off the snow and keep going, or head to your local HRHCare Urgent Care to get treatment for a concussion?What is a concussion?A concussion is a traumatic injury that happens when your brain is jarred or shaken inside your skull. Contrary to ...

Hudson River Health Care (HRHCare) is pleased to announce that HRHCare Chief Medical Officer Dr. Sophia McIntyre has been named Co-Chair of the American Heart Association’s new Community Impact Committee (CIC). This committee is tasked with building a culture of health in the Westchester community, while improving cardiovascular health for all. The CIC is a standing committee of the ...

Hudson River Health Care (HRHCare) is pleased to announce that it launched the National Institutes of Health All of Us Research Program in Beacon on October 15, after successfully launching the program in Peekskill last year. This program is seeking one million or more participants nationwide to share their health information to accelerate health research and medical breakthroughs, ...

Hudson River Health Care (HRHCare), one of largest federally qualified health center networks in the country, hosted its 14th annual Cornucopia Benefit on Saturday, October 20. Held at The Hudson Loft in Irvington, New York, the event raised $350,000 to support the comprehensive primary and preventive health services that HRHCare provides to people in need throughout the Hudson Valley ...

With Halloween around the corner and holiday season close behind, it’s safe to say that many of us will consume a little more sugar than usual over the coming months. Being responsible with sugar intake is important, as many of us may be prediabetic or at risk of prediabetes without knowing.So, let’s go over the facts around preventing and managing prediabetes.What is ...

On Thursday, August 30, Hudson River Health Care (HRHCare) was proud to celebrate the graduation of their first class of nurse practitioner residents: Tameka Bland, Nancy Gartin-Checchi, and Erika McNair. HRHCare has a long history of training medical residents and students, but these three nurse practitioners were the first to graduate from the new HRHCare Nurse Practitioner Residency ...

Talking about sexually transmitted infections (STIs), sometimes known as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), can often be awkward! But if you are sexually active, knowing the facts about STI prevention is very important to keep you and your partner safe and in good health. So, let’s get started!What are STIs?STIs are infections that are spread through sexual contact. Other than colds ...

During the summer, awkward moments when you lose your balance on a hike, playing sports or even just taking a stroll can sometimes result in an ankle sprain. They are one of the most common injuries – around 25,000 people sprain their ankle every day! So, if you find yourself with a sprained ankle, here are some helpful tips to get you back on your feet in no time.What Is a Sprained ...