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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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For Those With Ink Regrets, Tattoo Removal Isn't A Perfect Process We all do things we regret. However, when a bad decision results in a tattoo, undoing what's designed to be a lifelong image can be difficult -- and painful. Tattoos have become increasingly popular and acceptable in today's society: some 30 percent of Americans have at least one tattoo. "However, with age and lifestyle changes, many of these people – up to 25 percent -- admit they now regret the skin art," said Dr. Benjamin Rosenberg, a dermatologist at CareMount Medical. In fact, the demand for tattoo removal has become an emerging trend. Although tattoo removal processes have b…

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For Those With Ink Regrets, Tattoo Removal Isn't A Perfect Process We all do things we regret. However, when a bad decision results in a tattoo, undoing what's designed to be a lifelong image can be difficult -- and painful. Tattoos have become increasingly popular and acceptable in today's society: some 30 percent of Americans have at least one tattoo. "However, with age and lifestyle changes, many of these people – up to 25 percent -- admit they now regret the skin art," said Dr. Benjamin Rosenberg, a dermatologist at CareMount Medical. In fact, the demand for tattoo removal has become an emerging trend. Although tattoo removal processes have b…

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For Those With Ink Regrets, Tattoo Removal Isn't A Perfect Process We all do things we regret. However, when a bad decision results in a tattoo, undoing what's designed to be a lifelong image can be difficult -- and painful. Tattoos have become increasingly popular and acceptable in today's society: some 30 percent of Americans have at least one tattoo. "However, with age and lifestyle changes, many of these people – up to 25 percent -- admit they now regret the skin art," said Dr. Benjamin Rosenberg, a dermatologist at CareMount Medical. In fact, the demand for tattoo removal has become an emerging trend. Although tattoo removal processes have b…

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Don't Feel The Burn This Summer: Protect Yourself From Melanoma A diagnosis that often inspires fear and dread, melanoma provides good cause for concern. The most deadly form of skin cancer, it's responsible for 75 percent of all skin cancer deaths. However, it is largely curable if detected and treated early. Learning the risk factors and minimizing the chances of developing the disease through early detection and sun-safe habits is key, according to the cancer experts at NewYork-Presbyterian. The risk factors for melanoma go far beyond the traditional blue eyes, freckles and history of sun exposure. They also include: Excessive exposure to ultraviole…

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Before Heading Outdoors, Stay Sun Smart This Summer RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Highly treatable yet incredibly common, skin cancer's development can be largely attributed to lifestyle choices within our control. The most preventable and most dangerous of these factors is excessive sun exposure. The most effective way to reduce the risk of skin cancer, regardless of skin type, is to protect skin against the sun’s harmful ultraviolet radiation with a broad-spectrum sunscreen. Sunscreen should be applied at least 20 minutes before going outdoors and reapplied every two hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Sunscreen protects agai…

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St. John’s Riverside Sleep Center Helps Westchester Patients Rest Easy YONKERS, N.Y. -- It's no secret that Americans don't get enough sleep. Between work, school and other responsibilities, getting a good night's rest can sometimes seem impossible. However, at St. John’s Riverside Hospital in Yonkers, sleep is a serious business. Through the hospital's innovative Sleep Diagnostic Centers, doctors and staff are working to ensure Westchester residents are able to enjoy a good night's sleep, no matter what. Currently, 60 million Americans suffer from poor sleep quality, and more than 40 million meet the diagnostic criteria for sleep disorders. When people don't g…

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When Are Age Spots More Than Cosmetic? CareMount Doctor Explains As we age, our skin can undergo various transformations. Due to sun exposure, genetics and other environmental factors, dark blemishes can appear on the face, arms and other exposed areas. Often times, these "age spots" are no more than a harmless overproduction of pigment, but sometimes they can be a warning sign of a larger problem. "Age spots appear as freckles," said Dr. Ross Levy, a dermatologist at CareMount Medical. "These flat, oval areas occur when skin cells increase the production of pigment as a protective mechanism against the sun’s ultraviolet rays or e…

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When Are Age Spots More Than Cosmetic? CareMount Doctor Explains As we age, our skin can undergo various transformations. Due to sun exposure, genetics and other environmental factors, dark blemishes can appear on the face, arms and other exposed areas. Often times, these "age spots" are no more than a harmless overproduction of pigment, but sometimes they can be a warning sign of a larger problem. "Age spots appear as freckles," said Dr. Ross Levy, a dermatologist at CareMount Medical. "These flat, oval areas occur when skin cells increase the production of pigment as a protective mechanism against the sun’s ultraviolet rays or e…

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When Are Age Spots More Than Cosmetic? CareMount Doctor Explains As we age, our skin can undergo various transformations. Due to sun exposure, genetics and other environmental factors, dark blemishes can appear on the face, arms and other exposed areas. Often times, these "age spots" are no more than a harmless overproduction of pigment, but sometimes they can be a warning sign of a larger problem. "Age spots appear as freckles," said Dr. Ross Levy, a dermatologist at CareMount Medical. "These flat, oval areas occur when skin cells increase the production of pigment as a protective mechanism against the sun’s ultraviolet rays or e…

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Greenwich Doctor Garners County-Wide 'Trailblazer' Recognition GREENWICH, Conn. -- For Dr. Katherine Vadasdi, a joint specialist at Greenwich-based ONS, following the status quo has never been her calling. “I never let the fact that I was a female serve as a barrier to achieving my goals,” said Vadasdi, who was recently awarded the 2017 Female Trailblazer Award at the annual Fairfield County Doctors of Distinction Awards ceremony in Darien. Succeeding in a field where women make up less than 15 percent of all orthopedic surgeons has required hard work, but thanks to her extensive support network, Vadasdi has become a role model and resource for women at…

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