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Westchester Students Among 300 Semifinalists Nationwide In Prestigious Regeneron Competition
Dozens of students from New York have been named semifinalists in the country’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. The Society for Science announced the top 300 scholars in the Regeneron Science Talent Search for 2024 on Wednesday, Jan. 10. Participants were whittled down from 2,162 applicants from 712 high schools across 46 states, Puerto Rico, and 10 other countries. Students were chosen based on their outstanding research, leadership skills, and community involvement, as well as a commitment to academics and creativity in asking scientific …
Lifestyle
Covid-
19 And The Heart: What We Now Know
During the COVID-19 pandemic, cardiovascular health remains a top health priority — with heart disease and stroke continuing to be the #1 and #5 leading causes of death in the U.S. There is a significant relationship between COVID-19 and cardiovascular disease, including more deaths from cardiovascular disease during the pandemic and serious heart conditions associated with an increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19. Nearly a quarter of the people hospitalized with COVID-19 develop myocardial injury or injury to the heart tissue and a significant number of patients have develope…
Lifestyle
Bigger, Not Better: See Where NY Ranks For US Obesity Rate
America is not winning the fight against obesity, according to a new study. Currently, about 42 percent of Americans are obese - meaning they carry around about 50 pounds more than a person of medium average weight. Another 35 percent of Americans are overweight. The situation is expected to get worse by 2025 when half of all Americans are expected to be obese, according to a study by the American Obesity Association, formerly the Massachusetts Science Center. The percentage of obese Americans is expected to hit 60 percent by 2030, said the Woburn-based American Obesity Association. The …
Lifestyle
Are You Ready to Consider Bariatric Surgery?
Deciding to undergo bariatric surgery is a commitment to your health and wellbeing The team at Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health understands that weight loss is truly a journey, and that it can sometimes be a long and stressful one. We are committed to supporting you and helping you make the best choices along the way. Your doctor can help you determine whether weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, might be right for you. The goals of bariatric surgery are not only to lose weight and maintain weight loss, but also to help resolve or improve obesity-related diseases and dec…
Lifestyle
Everything You Need To Know About
Gerd
Gastroesophageal reflux is the normal occurrence of gastric contents back-flowing into the esophagus. We all experience this phenomenon occasionally throughout the day. When this natural occurrence results in discomfort or other symptoms, we call it gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD. The most common symptoms are heartburn – a burning sensation in the chest or throat, and regurgitation – the sensation of stomach or food contents rising up into the chest and the back of the throat. Although these two symptoms are far and away most common, they are not the only symptoms related to GER…
News
Covid-
19: Overweight People At Risk For Serious Illness Along With Those With Obesity, CDC Says
People who are merely overweight, not just those who are obese, may be at high risk of serious disease from COVID-19, according to new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Since nearly 40 percent of Americans are characterized as being obese and another 32 percent as being overweight, this means about two-thirds of Americans could face higher risks. For CDC data on obesity/overweight percentages, click here. The CDC added the new advisory on Tuesday, Oct. 6 "to reflect recent data supporting increased risk of severe illness from the virus that causes COVID…
Lifestyle
Covid-
19: These Factors May Determine Why Virus Spares Some, Kills Others, Report Says
A new report has examined why the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spares some and has proven deadly for others. Months into the outbreak of the virus across the globe that broke out stateside in mid-March, scientists continue to investigate COVID-19 to determine how it chooses its victims. According to The Washington Post report, “the research remains provisional or ambiguous, and for now scientists can’t do much better than say that COVID-19 is more likely to be worse for older people — often described as over the age of 60 — and for those with chronic conditions such as …
Lifestyle
Colorectal Cancer: What You Need To Know And How The Phelps Team Can Help
Colorectal cancer is the third most common malignancy diagnosed in the United States, excluding skin cancers. The American Cancer Society estimates that there are approximately 145,600 new cases each year. It is the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the US. However, unlike many other cancers, it is preventable if detected early, which is why colonoscopies are imperative to survival and prognosis outcome. Some people may be at higher risk for developing colorectal cancer People with Inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn’s disease, or ulcerative colitis A family hi…
Lifestyle
Here's Where New York Ranks Among Nation's Most Obese States
Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that more than seven out of 10 adults in the United States ages 20 and older are overweight or obese. A new study from WalletHub aimed to rank the states from most to least obese, and New York ranked better than most. States were ranked based on a variety of factors including obesity rates, sugary beverage consumption, obesity-related healthcare costs and more. A total of 29 key metrics were analyzed. The most obese state was determined to be Mississippi (No. 1), followed by West Virginia (No. 2), Kentucky (No. 3), Tennessee (No…
Lifestyle
What You Should Know About Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal or colon and rectal cancer, is a cancer that occurs in the colon or rectum. It affects men and women of all ethnic groups, and is most often found in people age 50 years or older. It is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer, and the second leading cause of cancer death in men and women combined in the United States, but it doesn’t have to be. Colorectal cancer screening saves lives. Screening can help detect precancerous polyps—abnormal growths in the colon or rectum—that can be removed before they turn into cancer. Screening also helps find colorectal cancer at an early stage, …
Lifestyle
Six Tips For A Better Night’s Sleep During Better Sleep Month
Do you find yourself struggling to keep your eyes open during the day? Perhaps you are already on your third or fourth cup of coffee for the day? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a third of U.S. adults report that they do not get the recommended seven or more hours of sleep per night. If you are not getting an adequate amount of sleep each night, you are at risk for developing certain chronic diseases and conditions including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and depression. Sleep is crucial to your overall health and wellbeing. Here are six tips you can i…
Lifestyle
Bariatric Metabolic Surgery Restores Hope For Losing Weight And Even Resolving Diabetes
Is bariatric metabolic surgery for you? You’re significantly overweight. You also suffer from Type 2 Diabetes, cardiovascular disease, sleep apnea, osteoarthritis and cancer, which are associated with your obesity. Your weight is a health risk but neither diet nor exercise has helped you shed pounds. Bariatric and metabolic surgery will. Bariatric and metabolic surgery changes your digestive system to help you lose weight by limiting how much you can and want to eat, and reducing your body’s ability to absorb nutrients. It’s the most effective tool available to help you lose weight. If you…
Lifestyle
Heart Disease In Women: Are You At Risk?
Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women, causing one in four female deaths each year. That’s approximately one woman every minute! While heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, there are some key differences between genders. Heart attack symptoms for women While some women have no symptoms, others experience angina (dull, heavy to sharp chest pain or discomfort), pain in the neck/jaw/throat or pain in the upper abdomen or back. These may occur during rest, physical activity or be triggered by mental stress. Sometimes heart d…
Lifestyle
How Healthy Eating Prevents Disease
Healthy eating can help lower your risk of certain medical conditions such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and various types of cancers. Eat More Plant Foods. Plant foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds provide vitamins, minerals and other plant compounds that have cancer-protective effects. They also provide fiber, which protects against colorectal cancer. Most plant foods in their natural form are lower in calories than many other foods. Eating mostly plant foods to meet your nutrient needs can satisfy your hunger while making it easier to s…
Lifestyle
Considering Bariatric Surgery? What You Need To Know About Weight Loss
Have you struggled with your weight and weight loss for a long time? Tried exercise and every diet under the sun, but none have led to lasting weight loss? Are you considered morbidly obese and suffering from other health issues? As director of Bariatric Services at Phelps Hospital Northwell Health, these are the questions I tell my patients to ask themselves. Morbid obesity is responsible for disability and decreases in productivity and quality of life as well as increased healthcare costs. If the answer is yes to the questions listed above, bariatric surgery may be the life-changing jumps…
Lifestyle
NWH's Wound Care Program Helps Patients Heal Inside And Out
MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- After most invasive medical procedures, rest is crucial to making a full recovery. But what happens when despite best efforts, surgical wounds don't heal properly or need extra attention? That's where the doctors and staff at Northern Westchester Hospital's Wound Care Clinic come in. Following treatment for colorectal cancer, Mort knew he needed specialized wound care management. "I asked my doctors if there was a wound care clinic that could help me with the problem I was having," he said. "They told me about the Wound Care Center at Northern Westchester …
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