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May 23, 2019
CDPHP Fitness Reimbursement: Just What the Doctor Ordered
Dr. Disha Spath promotes the value of physical activity to all of her patients at Latham Internal Medicine of Community Care Physicians, P.C., in Latham, New York. “It’s my big thing,” Spath said. “If my patients get to a healthy weight and exercise, they may get off their chronic meds and only need me for…
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May 10, 2019
A Call to Remove the Stigma around HIV AIDS
I can still recall the day, July 25, 1985, when American actor Rock Hudson announced that he was suffering from Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, also known as AIDS. Although the actor’s name meant nothing to me at the time, my mother’s reaction still lingers in my memory. There was disbelief and disappointment in her voice as…
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May 06, 2019
Five Out-of-the-Box Mother’s Day Ideas
Mother’s Day is just around the corner—are you ready? If not, don’t panic. There are plenty of ways to celebrate Mom. Brunch is nice and flowers are sweet, but why not shake it up this year? This Mother’s Day, give her an experience she’ll remember. Whether she loves to pamper herself at the spa or…
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April 16, 2019
Putting Herself First
One Mom’s Commitment to Better Health Since 2010, I’ve been a proud team coach of Arterial Motives for the American Heart Association’s Capital Region Heart Walk & Run. I walk alongside my family and friends in memory of my dad and grandfather, as well as in honor of several loved ones who have overcome heart disease. I…
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March 27, 2019
Traveling and Need Health Care? Try MinuteClinic!
You’re on the perfect vacation. Beach chair. Sand. A warm breeze and a good book. You lift your gaze from the page to watch the waves crash on the shoreline. That’s when you notice it: A bright red blotch on your arm. Is that sunburn? An allergic reaction? Rash? Bug bite? You have questions. MinuteClinic…
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March 21, 2019
The Ultimate Guide for Sports Fans in Upstate New York
Being a sports fan in upstate New York means that you have to travel a long distance to see teams in the four major sports leagues (baseball, basketball, football, and hockey). Your favorite teams may be from the opposite ends of New York state, from New York City up to Buffalo. Maybe you cheer on…
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