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John Haffey

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John is a graduate of Villanova University with degrees in History, Communications, and Political Science. A lifelong Norwalk resident, he covers an array of topics from real estate and education to sports and entertainment. John has previously worked as a freelance reporter and brings experience in digital media advertising. A surfer, fisherman, and boater, John is prone to drop everything if the fish begin to bite or the waves are on. John Haffey was a former content writer at Daily Voice.

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Lifestyle

Physical Therapists Loosen Grip On Headache Pain PARAMUS, N.J. -- Headaches are a common problem, often seemingly benign and unpredictable. However, many times these pains can be solved by simple treatment from a physical therapist. Many headaches can be caused by neck pain and issues, which are known as cervicogenic headaches. A recent study found evidence showing that more than half of all headaches diagnosed as untreatable migraines were actually cervicogenic headaches, and were easily resolved with treatment directed at the neck. Often times, stiffness around the neck can lead to referred pain into the head. With cervicogenic hea…

Content Partner: Hospital for Special Surgery

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Does Screening Save Lives? NYP Explains Pros And Cons Of Prostate Tests As they age, all men become vulnerable to prostate cancer, which is the second most common cancer in men in the United States. As with many cancers, the keys to lowering the risk for prostate cancer are knowledge, early detection and careful management of the disease. Prostate cancer screening can detect the disease in its earlier, more curable stages, when treatment is more likely to be successful. However, not every man requires prostate cancer screening. The main risk factors for prostate cancer are being over 65, being of African-American heritage and having a first-degree relative (f…

Content Partner: NewYork-Presbyterian

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Pace Field Hockey Holds Top 10 Spot In National Rankings PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- One week removed from cracking the National Field Hockey Coaches Association's Poll for the first time in program history, the Pace University field hockey team is showing no signs of slowing down. After receiving their first-ever national ranking in mid-September, the Setters have moved up to No. 7 in the most recent rankings, after splitting a pair of contests last week. The Setters, who are now 6-1, fell for the first time this season in overtime at No. 4 Saint Anselm. Pace earned its most recent victory last Wednesday against NE10 foe, American International Coll…

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Lifestyle

Urgent Care Or ER? CareMount Medical Explains Where To Bring Your Child It's late, your child is in visible pain and you're unsure whether the condition will worsen overnight. Most pediatricians practice standard business hours, while a hospital's emergency room can come with long wait times and a sizable bill. Thankfully, urgent care facilities are emerging as an attractive alternative for parents seeking after-hours treatment for non-life-threatening illnesses. "In hospital emergency departments, many of which are overwhelmed by patients seeking help for non-life-threatening problems, waits are often hours and costs are high," said Dr. Jill Ratner, a…

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Urgent Care Or ER? CareMount Medical Explains Where To Bring Your Child It's late, your child is in visible pain and you're unsure whether the condition will worsen overnight. Most pediatricians practice standard business hours, while a hospital's emergency room can come with long wait times and a sizable bill. Thankfully, urgent care facilities are emerging as an attractive alternative for parents seeking after-hours treatment for non-life-threatening illnesses. "In hospital emergency departments, many of which are overwhelmed by patients seeking help for non-life-threatening problems, waits are often hours and costs are high," said Dr. Jill Ratner, a…

Content Partner: CareMount Medical

Lifestyle

Urgent Care Or ER? CareMount Medical Explains Where To Bring Your Child It's late, your child is in visible pain and you're unsure whether the condition will worsen overnight. Most pediatricians practice standard business hours, while a hospital's emergency room can come with long wait times and a sizable bill. Thankfully, urgent care facilities are emerging as an attractive alternative for parents seeking after-hours treatment for non-life-threatening illnesses. "In hospital emergency departments, many of which are overwhelmed by patients seeking help for non-life-threatening problems, waits are often hours and costs are high," said Dr. Jill Ratner, a…

Content Partner: CareMount Medical

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This Fall, Don't Skip Your Child's Eye Exam Says CareMount Medical With class back in session, fall is the ideal time to schedule a back-to-school eye exam. From books and papers to iPads and laptops, having healthy eyes can have a significant impact on a student's learning and prevent in-classroom struggles. "The purpose for a checkup is to identify and address any vision problems early on, before they may lead to learning problems and falling behind in school," said Dr. Hugh Sauer, an ophthalmologist at CareMount Medical. "This is especially important for children up to twelve years old, for whom the majority learning is done through sight.…

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Lifestyle

This Fall, Don't Skip Your Child's Eye Exam Says CareMount Medical With class back in session, fall is the ideal time to schedule a back-to-school eye exam. From books and papers to iPads and laptops, having healthy eyes can have a significant impact on a student's learning and prevent in-classroom struggles. "The purpose for a checkup is to identify and address any vision problems early on, before they may lead to learning problems and falling behind in school," said Dr. Hugh Sauer, an ophthalmologist at CareMount Medical. "This is especially important for children up to twelve years old, for whom the majority learning is done through sight.…

Content Partner: CareMount Medical

Lifestyle

This Fall, Don't Skip Your Child's Eye Exam Says CareMount Medical With class back in session, fall is the ideal time to schedule a back-to-school eye exam. From books and papers to iPads and laptops, having healthy eyes can have a significant impact on a student's learning and prevent in-classroom struggles. "The purpose for a checkup is to identify and address any vision problems early on, before they may lead to learning problems and falling behind in school," said Dr. Hugh Sauer, an ophthalmologist at CareMount Medical. "This is especially important for children up to twelve years old, for whom the majority learning is done through sight.…

Content Partner: CareMount Medical

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Vascular Surgeon Joins White Plains Hospital Physician Associates WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Vascular surgeon Dr. Ratna Chandana Singh has joined White Plains Hospital, as one of the newest members of the hospital's growing Physician Associates team. After completing her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Sciences at the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education at City College of New York, Singh earned her medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine. Afterwards, she completed her residency in Integrated Vascular Surgery at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx. Singh is a member of the Association of …

Content Partner: White Plains Hospital

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