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Coronavirus: Helpful Tips for Looking After Your Mental Health

Dr. Seth Resnick, Chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, shares helpful advice on how best to cope with your fears and worries during these difficult times.

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Don't Let Your Health Take a Back Seat During COVID-19

We're caring for the whole you with health care service you need, safely, as we all adjust to new daily life in response to COVID-19.

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Adults: Stay Up-to-Date on Your Immunizations

When you hear “vaccines,” you probably think of children. But vaccines protect adults, too.

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Don’t Be Fooled: How to Avoid COVID-19 Vaccine Scammers

Eagerly awaiting your COVID-19 vaccine? Stay safe against potential scams that could harm your health and your wallet.

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Why You Should Work with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

By By Brett Klein, MSc, RDN, CDN & Maja Mirkovic, MPH, RDN, CDN, CDCES, BC-ADM

Learn more about the benefits of working with an RDN and how they can help you optimize your nutritional habits.

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Food Safety: An Important Skill in the Kitchen

By Rachel Yam, MS, RD, CDN, CDCES

Learn more about food safety and the basic steps you'll need to prepare delicious meals.

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7 Ways to Reduce Food Waste at Home

By Alana Fiorentino, RDN/CDCES

Follow these tips to help reduce food waste and stretch your food budget.

ACPNY Bethpage Office: Five Facts You Should Know

ACPNY’s newest medical office was recently opened in Bethpage, Long Island. Here are five fast facts you won’t want to miss.

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Meal Planning 101

By Jennifer Tao, RD

Planning your meals is a great place to begin when opting for a healthier lifestyle. Learn more about how to get started with ACPNY Registered Dietitian, Jennifer Tao.

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What Is Healthy Eating? A Quick Guide From An ACPNY Dietitian

By Kristin Cardillo RDN, CDN

Follow these quick tips from ACPNY Registered Dietitian, Kristin Cardillo, to help you eat a healthy and balanced diet at home.

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Exercise After a Case of COVID-19: What You Should Know

Are you curious about starting an exercise routine after recovering from COVID-19? Learn more about why doctors suggest a slow return to physical activity.

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My COVID-19 Vaccine Experience

By Dr. Leon Kurtz, AdvantageCare Physicians

Learn more about Dr. Kurtz's firsthand vaccination experience, the side effects he faced, and his thoughts on the safety of the vaccine.

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New Year, Better Health: How to Stick with A Healthy Habit

Want to live healthier but not sure where to start? Read more for tips to help you stick with a new healthy habit this year and beyond.

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How to Tackle Holiday Drinking

By Jennifer Tao, MS RDN CDN CDCES

During the holidays, many of us usually celebrate with an extra beverage in hand, but we often don’t realize how they hinder our health goals. Learn more about some of the drinks we should be mindful of during the holiday season.

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Know Before You Go: COVID-19 & Holiday Travel

Considering travel during the holiday season? Ask yourself these important questions before you go.

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Living with Diabetes: A Guide to Healthy Eating

By Brett Klein, MSC, RDN, CDN

Learn how to create a sustainable eating pattern to ensure a balance of nutrients and support your health goals.

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Living with Diabetes: Healthy Coping

By Brett Klein, MSc, RDN, CDN

A crucial part of caring for diabetes is how you approach your condition. Learn more about expanding your healthy coping skills to help take charge of your health.

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Living with Diabetes: Reducing Risks

By Rachel Yam, MS, RD, CDN, CDCES

Taking preventive actions can help you in minimizing or preventing certain complications/negative outcomes from diabetes. Here are some steps you can take this fall and winter season.

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Living with Diabetes: Problem Solving Guide

By Brett Klein, MSc, RDN, CDN

As diabetes can be a fluid and dynamic condition, it's crucial to troubleshoot and solve the problems that arise over time. Here is a three-step guide to put this into practice.

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Living with Diabetes: Best Practices for Taking Medications

By Maja Mirkovic, RDN, CDN, CDCES, BC-ADM

If you are taking diabetes medications to help control your blood sugar, keep the following things in mind to maximize your diabetes regimen.

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Living with Diabetes: Monitoring Your Glucose

By Kristin Cardillo RDN, CDN

Monitoring your glucose is one of the best tools to prevent complications from diabetes. Learn more about the reasons why and what your readings mean.

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5 Tips to Avoid Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.)

As the weather gets colder and the days grow shorter, many people suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.). Here are a few tips to combat the “seasonal blues” and keep your mental health on track.

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Living with Diabetes: Guidelines for Staying Active

By Alana Fiorentino, RDN/CDCES

If you have diabetes, staying active can help manage your blood sugar levels and keep your diabetes under control. Here are a few guidelines to consider.

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Adjusting to the "New Normal": Intuitive Eating

By Brett Klein, MSc, RDN, CDN

Intuitive eating is a non-diet approach to health that helps you trust your body signals, break the cycle of chronic dieting and heal your relationship with food. For those of us who might be struggling to eat healthy during the pandemic, this approach may be helpful in getting you back on track.

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Combating "Caution Fatigue" During COVID-19

Is it becoming harder for you to follow health and safety protocols as the COVID-19 pandemic continues? You may be suffering from "caution fatigue". Here are some tips to help you combat it.

Back-to-school: Is Your Child Ready for the New Year?

Officials and parents continue to struggle with plans for a new school year as the pandemic continues. We compiled expert guidance to help make the most of online or hybrid learning.

Adjusting to the “New Normal”: Joyful Movement

For many of us who struggle to get in enough movement on any given day, the pandemic has provided an additional hurdle. Joyful Movement provides a new and enjoyable way to view physical activity.

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Adjusting to the "New Normal": Mindful Eating

Here's how you can use mindful eating to get back on track while adjusting to the "new normal".

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Too Hot to Handle: Heat Safety 101

The best way to prevent heat-related illnesses is to learn what causes them and how to cool off if you overheat. Here are some heat safety tips you should know.

Family History and Heart Health

Here are some steps you can take to maintain your heart health.

It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint: Focusing on Your Mental Health During a Crisis

By Dr. Seth Resnick

Your mental well-being is a marathon, not a sprint. Here’s where to turn when things get tough.

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Low Risk Ways to Enjoy Summer Weather

Here are few activities you can do to stay safe while enjoying summer with your family and friends.