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May 04, 2022
15 autism myths a pediatrician wants you to ignore
Over my 25 years of practice, I have gotten to know hundreds of young autistic patients and their caregivers. In 2019, we founded the Autism Medical Home at Albany Medical Center to provide a comforting medical environment and experience for young people with autism. In the U.S., one in 44 children is now diagnosed with…
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May 02, 2022
A prescription for personalized care
Pictured from left: Sarah Khan, PharmD, supervising pharmacist, ConnectRx Clifton Park; Lydia E’lisiis, Pharm D, clinical pharmacist, CDPHP; Corey Clavet, CDPHP member; Laura Lewis, PharmD, pharmacist, ConnectRx When CDPHP member Corey Clavet began experiencing stomach pain in August 2021, he didn’t think much of it at first. However, the pain intensified and then became excruciating,…
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April 29, 2022
Improving mental health in the workplace
Most of us go to work every day wanting to put our best foot forward, but if you are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, or any other mental health condition, doing your best can be extremely difficult. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), 1 in 4 U.S. adults is suffering from a diagnosable…
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April 21, 2022
Thinking about starting a detox diet? Read these 3 facts first
While detox diets and cleanses may sound like a great way to kick-start losing weight, they often come with health risks and side effects. And none of these diets have proven to be effective in the long term. So, before you start a detox diet, you should consider these three important facts: Fact 1: Your…
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March 29, 2022
Using Optimism and Hope to Battle Stress and Anxiety
As we exit the long days and chilly winter temperatures, many still experience feelings of sadness and fatigue. But we persevere, knowing that as we continue through each day, they get longer and lighter with the promise of even warmer, brighter days ahead. The Siege Mentality You may know about the body’s “fight or flight”…
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March 17, 2022
6 resources for getting fresh, healthy food in your upstate New York community
To some, the problem of a lack of access to fresh, healthy food – and at times, any food at all – is visible when we talk with a neighbor or a co-worker. For many, this problem hits closer to home in our own family and our day-to-day lives. Oftentimes, when there is a lack…
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