Health
SPRING/SUMMER 2023
Face Forward: Rewards (and Potential Risks) of Altering Your Appearance
WINTER/SPRING 2023
How Seriously Should You Take a Smartwatch’s
AFib Alert?
Advancements in technology continue to occur at a rapid pace – so rapid, in fact, that they may cause your heart to beat a little faster.
FALL 2022
Fall Wellness Checklist: Key To-Dos to Boost Immunity
As we approach fall, it’s a good idea to find ways to boost your immunity and get your health back on track. There are several easy ways of achieving this, beginning with making sure you’re current with vaccinations.
SUMMER 2022
Ensuring Your Child is a Happy Camper this Summer
Dr. Rachel Geronemus, a pediatrician at Scarsdale Medical Group, notes that most – though not all – camps ask for proof that a child has had a full physical examination before attending.
SPRING 2022
Food for Thought When Giving Up Meat
When people come to my office, they often feel like they “need” to eat in a vegan/vegetarian/plant-based (v/v/pb) style to be healthy.
SPRING 2022
The Healing Power of the Arts
Walking through the MET in NYC, I make my way to my favorite paintings. I feel the need to visit old friends, Van Gogh’s Iris,’ and Sunflowers. Internally I speak to them and apologize for my long absence and stare long enough to feel them breathing ever so slightly along with me.
WINTER 2022
Woman of Impact Westchester
Mitzi Ambrose-Washington is the 2021 Westchester Woman of Impact Winner and is serving as the 2022 Westchester Woman of Impact Chair.
WINTER 2022
Is it Menopause or Could it be Heart Disease?
BY DR. SHALINI BOBRA, WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL
Hot flashes, night sweats, unexplained fatigue. Most women recognize these as signs of menopause, but they might be surprised to learn that these ailments could also be signs of heart disease – the #1 killer of women.
FALL 2021
Women's Best Weapon Against Breast Cancer
BY DR. CAREN GREENSTEIN, WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL
When was the last time you got a mammogram? If your answer is before the pandemic, that means more than one year has gone by without the essential screening you need to catch breast cancer early.
SUMMER 2021
How Women Can Protect Their Health at Every Age
BY DR. NABIL KHOURY, WHITE PLAINS HOSPITAL
Life is getting back to normal and its high time to put your gynecologic health back at the top of your priority list – starting with cervical health. It’s important that women understand the importance of regular screening to prevent the disease…
SPRING 2021
Health Tips to Navigate Year 2 of the Pandemic
After months of restrictions and guidelines, pandemic fatigue is affecting how some Americans protect their health.