Can the shorter days really be affecting me?
Simply put: “There is no question that mood problems can be triggered by seasonal changes,” says Alexander Lerman, MD, Director of the Psychiatric Residency program at WMCHealth’s Behavioral Health Center.
Is CBD Oil Safe and Effective?
As seen in the September/October 2019 issue of Advancing Care Cannabidiol, known as CBD, is the non-psychoactive ingredient in cannabis derived from the hemp plant (THC is the chemical that provides the psychoactive effect).
Which Superfoods Are Best for You?
As seen in the September/October 2019 issue of Advancing Care Within 10 years, medical professionals may be able to customize diets based on a person’s genetic makeup, says Jaclyn Meyer, MS, a Registered Dietitian...
How Should Babies Sleep at Night?
As seen in the September/October 2019 issue of Advancing Care Unsafe sleep is the No. 1 cause of preventable infant fatalities, but putting your baby down safely is as easy as “ABC” (Alone, Back,...
What Are the High-Risk Factors for Breast Cancer? Have the Screening Guidelines Changed?
As seen in the September/October 2019 issue of Advancing Care “Much of it is based on family history,” says Karen Karsif, MD, Medical Director at the Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital,...
Do I Need a Shingles Vaccine?
As seen in the September/October 2019 issue of Advancing Care Yes, if you’re over 50, says Harlan Rozenberg, DO, a family medicine physician at MidHudson Regional Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health...
Is Laughter Really the Best Medicine?
As seen in the September/October 2019 issue of Advancing Care Maintaining a sense of humor, even in the face of a serious medical issue, can be beneficial, says Ellis Lader, MD, Director of the...
What Foods and Drinks Should Be Avoided or Emphasized During Pregnancy?
As seen in the July/August 2019 issue of Advancing Care. “Food is what builds a baby’s body, so you need the highest-quality nutrition to have a healthy pregnancy,” says Dean Bloch, MD, Chair of...
Are Earbuds Safe?
As seen in the July/August 2019 issue of Advancing Care. It’s tempting to crank up your headphones during a summer run or while lounging in the sun, but always be careful when wearing earbuds,...
What Are the Best Ways to Protect the Skin From Summer Heat?
As seen in the July/August 2019 issue of Advancing Care. We all know that the sun can cause sunburn, but it’s easy to forget that concrete surfaces, strollers, metal bleachers, slides and other play...
ABOUT WMCHEALTH NETWORK
The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) is a 1,700-bed healthcare system headquartered in Valhalla, New York, with 10 hospitals on eight campuses spanning 6,200 square miles of the Hudson Valley. WMCHealth employs more than 13,000 people and has nearly 3,000 attending physicians. The Network has Level 1, Level 2 and Pediatric Trauma Centers, the region’s only acute care children’s hospital, an academic medical center, Primary and Comprehensive Stroke Centers, several community hospitals, dozens of specialized institutes and centers, skilled nursing, assisted living facilities, homecare services and one of the largest mental health systems in New York State. Today, WMCHealth is the pre-eminent provider of integrated healthcare in the Hudson Valley. For more information about WMCHealth, visit WMCHealth.org.
WMCHealth includes Westchester Medical Center, Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, the Behavioral Health Center, MidHudson Regional Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, St. Anthony Community Hospital, Bon Secours Community Hospital, HealthAlliance Hospital: Broadway Campus, HealthAlliance Hospital: Mary’s Avenue Campus, and Margaretville Hospital.
WMCHealth Physicians includes the medical practices of Advanced Physician Services and Bon Secours Medical Group.