Wellness
LiveSmart: Include Safety in Your Holiday Preparations
Don’t let the holidays be marred by an accident. Prepare your home for older loved ones, who are among the most prone to dangerous falls or mishaps. […]
Articles by Robert Webster Jr.
Wellness
LiveSmart: Veterans Eligible for Assisted Living Pension
Veterans and eligible family members in need of intermediate or skilled nursing care may be able to access a tax-free pension to offset the cost of care. […]
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NewsChannel 13: Get Vaccinated Now to Avoid the Flu
Families will soon be getting together for the holidays, spreading cheer, joy and love. Unfortunately, they will also likely be spreading their germs. […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: Time to Think About Medical Insurance for 2016
Open enrollment for the NY State of Health, the official health plan marketplace for New York state, began November 1 and runs through February 15, 2016. […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: Keep the Scares Fun this Halloween — Be Safe!
This Saturday is the big night — Halloween! Before you head out, a few simple precautions can make sure everyone has a safe and fun time. […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: Exercise Key to Healthy, Happy Brain
Exercise boosts brain power. It also increases oxygen to the brain, which promotes the growth of brain tissue and tiny vessels that keep our thinking sharp. […]
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NewsChannel 13: Be Prepared for Health Insurance Open Enrollment
When comparing and choosing insurance coverage, it is easy to get overwhelmed. Consumers have a lot of choices; a navigator can help explain them. […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: 3D Mammography Another Tool in Battle Against Breast Cancer
3-D mammography offers greater diagnostic accuracy, as radiologists can scroll through layers of breast tissue to rule out issues and identify cancers. […]
SPHP in the News
NewsChannel 13: Feeding Kids Peanut Products Could Avoid Future Allergies
For years, parents of babies at risk of developing a peanut allergy were told they should avoid peanuts. Medical experts are reconsidering that approach. […]
Wellness
LiveSmart: Keep it Clean — Exercise Proper Hand Washing
You count on your hands every day to do your dirty – as well as your clean – work. In between the dirty and the clean it’s important to wash your hands. […]