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New City, NY
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Cancer Care At Phelps—Advanced Technology And Compassionate Care, Close To Home Cancer Care At Phelps—Advanced Technology And Compassionate Care, Close To Home
Cancer Care At Phelps—Advanced Technology And Compassionate Care, Close To Home Colon cancer is preventable, treatable, and beatable. Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health, is at the forefront of innovation in cancer care, using advanced technology, testing, and treatments. Colorectal cancer, unlike other cancers, is preventable if detected early. However, only 63% of patients over age 50 had some form of screening like a colonoscopy or Cologuard testing. We are prepared and eager to beat those statistics in our community here at Phelps with our multidisciplinary and individualized approach. Don’t delay visiting your doctor if you’re experiencing unexplained symptoms. Ov…

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Content Partner: Phelps Hospital
Brookfield, CT
Lifestyle
Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults
Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults World Mental Health Day on October 10 is designed to bring awareness to mental health, help reduce stigma around mental health challenges, and provide education on treatment options. Information and support is vital for families in light of the current teen and young adult mental health crisis. Today, one in five teens has a diagnosable mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. Moreover, many adolescents don’t get the mental health treatment they need. In fact, six out of 10 teens with depression and eight out of 10 teens with anxiety don’t receive treatment. Assessment is the…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Newark, NJ
Lifestyle
Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults
Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults World Mental Health Day on October 10 is designed to bring awareness to mental health, help reduce stigma around mental health challenges, and provide education on treatment options. Information and support is vital for families in light of the current teen and young adult mental health crisis. Today, one in five teens has a diagnosable mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. Moreover, many adolescents don’t get the mental health treatment they need. In fact, six out of 10 teens with depression and eight out of 10 teens with anxiety don’t receive treatment. Assessment is the…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Elizabeth, NJ
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Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults
Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults World Mental Health Day on October 10 is designed to bring awareness to mental health, help reduce stigma around mental health challenges, and provide education on treatment options. Information and support is vital for families in light of the current teen and young adult mental health crisis. Today, one in five teens has a diagnosable mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. Moreover, many adolescents don’t get the mental health treatment they need. In fact, six out of 10 teens with depression and eight out of 10 teens with anxiety don’t receive treatment. Assessment is the…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Brentwood, NY
Lifestyle
Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults
Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults World Mental Health Day on October 10 is designed to bring awareness to mental health, help reduce stigma around mental health challenges, and provide education on treatment options. Information and support is vital for families in light of the current teen and young adult mental health crisis. Today, one in five teens has a diagnosable mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. Moreover, many adolescents don’t get the mental health treatment they need. In fact, six out of 10 teens with depression and eight out of 10 teens with anxiety don’t receive treatment. Assessment is the…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Bedford, NY
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Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Let’s face it: Parenting is hard. Even in the best of circumstances—when co-parents work well together, support is available, and the children are happy and healthy—raising a human being is a daunting task. So it’s no surprise that researchers have identified a syndrome known as parental burnout. Like job burnout, parental burnout comes with a set of specific symptoms. But what makes the problem worse is that parents are often ashamed and guilty about being burnt out. There’s a stigma associated with parental burnout. As a result, parents hide what they’re going through, and don’t reach ou…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Brookfield, CT
Lifestyle
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Let’s face it: Parenting is hard. Even in the best of circumstances—when co-parents work well together, support is available, and the children are happy and healthy—raising a human being is a daunting task. So it’s no surprise that researchers have identified a syndrome known as parental burnout. Like job burnout, parental burnout comes with a set of specific symptoms. But what makes the problem worse is that parents are often ashamed and guilty about being burnt out. There’s a stigma associated with parental burnout. As a result, parents hide what they’re going through, and don’t reach ou…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Ridgewood, NJ
Lifestyle
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Let’s face it: Parenting is hard. Even in the best of circumstances—when co-parents work well together, support is available, and the children are happy and healthy—raising a human being is a daunting task. So it’s no surprise that researchers have identified a syndrome known as parental burnout. Like job burnout, parental burnout comes with a set of specific symptoms. But what makes the problem worse is that parents are often ashamed and guilty about being burnt out. There’s a stigma associated with parental burnout. As a result, parents hide what they’re going through, and don’t reach ou…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Elizabeth, NJ
Lifestyle
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Let’s face it: Parenting is hard. Even in the best of circumstances—when co-parents work well together, support is available, and the children are happy and healthy—raising a human being is a daunting task. So it’s no surprise that researchers have identified a syndrome known as parental burnout. Like job burnout, parental burnout comes with a set of specific symptoms. But what makes the problem worse is that parents are often ashamed and guilty about being burnt out. There’s a stigma associated with parental burnout. As a result, parents hide what they’re going through, and don’t reach ou…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Massapequa, NY
Lifestyle
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Let’s face it: Parenting is hard. Even in the best of circumstances—when co-parents work well together, support is available, and the children are happy and healthy—raising a human being is a daunting task. So it’s no surprise that researchers have identified a syndrome known as parental burnout. Like job burnout, parental burnout comes with a set of specific symptoms. But what makes the problem worse is that parents are often ashamed and guilty about being burnt out. There’s a stigma associated with parental burnout. As a result, parents hide what they’re going through, and don’t reach ou…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Brentwood, NY
Lifestyle
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout
Identifying Signs And Symptoms of Parental Burnout Let’s face it: Parenting is hard. Even in the best of circumstances—when co-parents work well together, support is available, and the children are happy and healthy—raising a human being is a daunting task. So it’s no surprise that researchers have identified a syndrome known as parental burnout. Like job burnout, parental burnout comes with a set of specific symptoms. But what makes the problem worse is that parents are often ashamed and guilty about being burnt out. There’s a stigma associated with parental burnout. As a result, parents hide what they’re going through, and don’t reach ou…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Brookfield, CT
Lifestyle
Why Parenting Support Groups Are So Important, According To Newport Academy Why Parenting Support Groups Are So Important, According To Newport Academy
Why Parenting Support Groups Are So Important, According To Newport Academy Parenting is one of the hardest and most important jobs anyone can do. Every stage along the way brings more questions and difficult choices. Yet honest conversations about the challenges of parenting are rare — especially when a parent or child is struggling. That’s where parenting support groups come in. Research shows that support groups provide healthy parenting skills, an increased sense of empowerment and a feeling of belonging. Moreover, parenting support groups can be particularly helpful for parents of teens who are coping with anxiety, depression or other mental health issues. Pa…

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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Mahopac, NY
Lifestyle
Northern Westchester Hospital, Lex Ave Gym Knock Parkinson's 'Down For The Count' Northern Westchester Hospital, Lex Ave Gym Knock Parkinson's 'Down For The Count'
Northern Westchester Hospital, Lex Ave Gym Knock Parkinson's 'Down For The Count' For those with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers, knowing they're not alone in the fight is half that battle. Thanks to a unique partnership between Northern Westchester Hospital's Rehabilitation Services and Lex Ave Gym in Mount Kisco this past month, those in the Parkinson’s disease community were armed with education regarding exercise, support, research and advocacy through a fun, interactive resource program. "Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder in which no two people have the same symptoms or progression of the disease," said Veronica Cea, a speech language pat…

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Content Partner: Northern Westchester Hospital
Teaneck, NJ
Lifestyle
Holy Name's Unconventional Cancer Support Group Is Changing Lives Holy Name's Unconventional Cancer Support Group Is Changing Lives
Holy Name's Unconventional Cancer Support Group Is Changing Lives Jane Martinez didn't want anyone to know when she was first diagnosed with cervical cancer -- at least until she had a plan to fix it. But that wouldn't be easy. She underwent intense surgery known as a radical trachelectomy, which included the removal of her cervix and the lymph nodes in her pelvis.  While she looked forward to reclaiming life as a single mother, gymnastics coach and photographer,  when finally back at work, Jane found herself struggling.  "I thought I was okay, but I was having trouble handling my emotions," she said. For many people, receiving a cancer diagn…

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by Cecilia Levine
Cliffside Park-Edgewater, NJ
Police & Fire
PHOTOS: Pink Heals Crew Surprises Cancer-Fighting Ridgefield Mom PHOTOS: Pink Heals Crew Surprises Cancer-Fighting Ridgefield Mom
Photos: Pink Heals Crew Surprises Cancer-Fighting Ridgefield Mom RIDGEFIELD, N.J. -- After they helped extinguish an Easter Sunday blaze in Ridgefield, firefighting members of Pink Heals Bergen County discovered that the homeowner was waging her own battle -- against breast cancer. So this Sunday they returned for a very different type of visit. AnnMarie Carrier “was truly surprised” when Pink Heals members united with Ridgefield firefighters to come by with flowers and heartfelt support, said her daughter, Danielle. “AnnMarie is one the sweetest people we’ve ever met and her entire family blew us away with their kindness and warmth,” Pink Heals organiz…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Armonk, NY
News
Numerous Women Accuse Westchester Voice-Over Coach Of Sexual Misconduct Numerous Women Accuse Westchester Voice-Over Coach Of Sexual Misconduct
Numerous Women Accuse Westchester Voice-Over Coach Of Sexual Misconduct As the #MeToo movement continues to grow across the country uncovering the famous (and many that aren't) for sexual misdeeds, a Westchester voice-over coach known nationally has been accused by at least 16 women of sexual misconduct, according to multiple sources. Peter Rofé, who owns and runs PDR Voice-Over Coaching in Irvington has become the latest target online, and by law enforcement (although NYPD said no cases are current) for being sexually inappropriate with many of his clients, according to CNN.com. Rofé is known for his voice work in hundreds of commercials, video games, audioboo…

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by Kathy Reakes