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Working Out in Cold Weather
Experts recommend plenty of ways to get active in wintertime By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The weather may be frightful, but don’t let this winter
Cold Hands or Toes? You May Have Raynaud’s
Up to 10 percent of the population experience extreme sensitivity to cold, according to organization By Kyra Mancine As winter weather rushes in, we
New Generation of PAs: “Highly Employable”
Field for physician assistants growing “much faster than average,” according to NYS Dept. of Labor. The mean wage in WNY is $100,510 By Deborah
Don’t Eat This if You’re Taking That
By Jim Miller If the prescription label says “take with meals,” does it matter what you eat? It depends on the medication. Many meds
Diet’s Role in Heart Disease
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Your fork can influence your risk of heart disease. While genetics also affect your chances, diet represents one factor you
Heard the Latest on Yoga?
Off the mat: Offbeat ways to perform yoga has become a huge trend By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Yoga: would you do it on a
Pickleball Anyone?
Pickleball craze sweeping the nation now serving up all-ages fun in Western New York By Daniel Meyer Athletes of all ages, shapes and sizes
Too Many Meds = Increased Health Risks
Experts warn about the dangers of polypharmacy By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The older patients become, the more likely they need prescription medication. According to
Buffalo Resident Celebrates 105 Years
Mary Pecoraro has no major medical issues to date except she can no longer hear By Katie Coleman Celebrating 105 years of life was