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John Haffey

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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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Lifestyle

Westchester Medical Center Helps Veteran's Heart Beat Strong The walk to his Madison Ave. office from Penn Station was always a nice way for Thomas Gurry to start his day. However, in 2012 the Syosset, Long Island resident began to feel lightheaded and struggled for breath during his several block commute. “It started to get progressively worse and felt like someone was hitting me in the chest with a brick,” recalled Gurry, a partner in a data-base marketing firm. “I was having to stop more and more and started passing out.” An Air Force medic for four years who spent 18 months in the Philippines during the Vietnam War, Gurry thought it was a breathi…

Content Partner: Westchester Medical Center

Lifestyle

Veggies Rule: WMC Examines The Benefits And Risks Of Going Vegan It's commonly known that following a diet high in plants is beneficial to overall health, and reduces the risk of developing dangerous heart diseases. However, many health-conscious eaters wonder if simply opting for more green is enough. If a plant-based diet is good, is a plant-only diet even better? Would we and our cardiovascular systems be better served by following a strict vegetarian or even stricter vegan diet? Not necessarily, said Dr. Syed Naqvi, a cardiologist at HealthAlliance Hospital: Broadway Campus and MidHudson Regional Hospital, both members of the Westchester Medical Cent…

Content Partner: Westchester Medical Center

Business

Scientific Suds: New Norwalk Brewery Is All About The Perfect Formula NORWALK, Conn. -- Who said chemistry has to be boring? At Iron Brewing Company in South Norwalk, three chemists are mixing up -- and serving up -- some pretty sweet science. "The three of us brewers are all research chemists by day," said Shane Nunes, a brewer and general manager at Iron Brewing Company. "Being interested in beer came naturally to the three of us because of the science behind it." "Our profession entails formulating products and brewing was a fun extension of that." After years of home brewing and sharing his beer with friends, Nunes, along…

12/20/2017

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The Greatest Gift: One Organ Donation Touches The Lives Of Many NEW YORK -- Like most New Yorkers, Sal Lopizzo never gave organ donation much thought. "I never really understood the need for it and there were always so many myths about it," said Lopizzo, 65, who lives in the Rockway section of Queens. "I never really took it too seriously because it didn’t affect me." That outlook changed in 2000 when he was unexpectedly diagnosed with hepatitis C. "I was working in healthcare business at the time and had just received new health insurance, and figured I'd take a visit to the doctor," he said. After performing a battery of …

Content Partner: LiveOnNY

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Parkinson's Patients Go Big To Fight 'The Great Shrinking Disease' MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- For many Parkinson's disease patients, the first signs of development are subtle: a slight tremor or a small twitch in the extremities. However, as the neurological disorder progresses, maintaining a normal lifestyle while combating "the great shrinking disease" can be challenging. "Your voice gets smaller, your handwriting gets smaller and your movements get smaller," said Allen, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's a year and a half ago. To fight the physical challenges associated with the nervous system breakdown, patients like Allen are embracing th…

Content Partner: Northern Westchester Hospital

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Suez, Lowe's Partner To Promote Rockland Water Efficiency ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Saving money in Rockland County has never been easier. SUEZ, Lowe’s and Simple Energy have teamed up to help Rockland County customers receive instant rebates on water and energy saving washing machines, toilets and showerheads at two participating local stores. When shopping for new home appliances at Lowe's stores in Orangeburg and Nanuet, SUEZ customers in Rockland County can receive a $100 rebate on washing machines with a CEE Tier 2 or Tier 3 efficiency rating, $75 on a WaterSense toilet and $15 on WaterSense showerheads. The rebates are part of the SUEZ Conser…

Content Partner: SUEZ

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Snow Problem: Don't Get Caught In The Cold This Winter ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- From slips and falls to the bitter cold, winter weather can pose a variety of health and safety dangers. However, by planning ahead and taking the necessary precautions, Rockland residents can stay safe both inside and outside this winter. First, it's important to prepare for one of the most common winter-weather emergencies: power outages. Having food in the pantry that doesn’t need to be cooked or refrigerated, storing water in clean containers and keeping a cell phone fully charged are simple initial steps. Homeowners should also have a battery-operated flashlight…

Content Partner: Montefiore Nyack Hospital

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Student Musicians Ring In The Holidays At Business Breakfast POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Holiday cheer and the sounds of the season are right around the corner at Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce’s upcoming Contact Breakfast. The annual tradition will take place on Dec. 20 from 7:30 a.m to 9 a.m. at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel. The Arlington High School Holiday Brass Choir, Franklin D. Roosevelt High School’s “The Prez Men,” the Poughkeepsie High School Chorus and the Roy C. Ketcham High School Chamber Choir will all be in attendance, providing holiday music for guests to enjoy. The networking breakfast is sponsored by Poughkeepsie Journal M…

Content Partner: Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce

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Good Samaritan Hospital Cancer Patients Receive More Precise Radiotherapy SUFFERN, N.Y. -- Thanks to the addition of a cutting-edge radiotherapy treatment, patients at Good Samaritan Hospital now have access to one of the newest tools in the fight against cancer. The hospital's TrueBeam Linear Accelerator system enables doctors and staff to take a radically different approach to treating cancer, thanks to image-guided radiotherapy. Dr. Shawn Zimberg, medical director, Dr. John Rescigno, associate medical director, and Dr. Raman Kaul currently treat patients at Good Samaritan Hospital using the hospital’s new system. “TrueBeam makes it possible to deliver accu…

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Cancer Patients Receive More Precise Radiotherapy At Rockland Hospital ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Thanks to the addition of a cutting-edge radiotherapy treatment, patients at Good Samaritan Hospital now have access to one of the newest tools in the fight against cancer. The hospital's TrueBeam Linear Accelerator system enables doctors and staff to take a radically different approach to treating cancer, thanks to image-guided radiotherapy. Dr. Shawn Zimberg, medical director, Dr. John Rescigno, associate medical director, and Dr. Raman Kaul currently treat patients at Good Samaritan Hospital using the hospital’s new system. “TrueBeam makes it possible to deliver…

Content Partner: St. Anthony Community Hospital

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