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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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Staying Safe and Healthy During the Holiday Season

To keep yourself and your loved ones healthy, try following these simple steps while you celebrate this year.

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Make Time for Your Mental Health

These days, caring for your mental health is more important than ever before.

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Breast Cancer Awareness: Screening and Prevention Facts

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We're sharing some important facts about breast cancer screening and prevention with help from one of our OB/GYN Physician Assistants.

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Standing Tall: Yoga for Better Posture

Feeling hunched over? See how yoga can help you relieve back strain and improve posture.

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5 Tips to Avoid Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

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

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Knowing the Difference Between a Foot Wound and Foot Ulcer

By Dr. Abid Akram

Learn more about the difference between foot wounds and ulcers and find out when you should talk to a provider.

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Common Foot Problems and How ACPNY Can Help

By Dr. Jason Snyder

Find out about some of the most common foot conditions and how ACPNY can help.

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ACPNY Jackson Heights: Five Fast Facts You Should Know

Here are five fast facts about the Jackson Heights location you don’t want to miss.

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Meet Our Fantastic Four: AdvantageCare Physicians’ Hometown Heroes

For the past year, and every day, our more than 4,500 employees across our family of companies have worked diligently to support our patients and fellow colleagues. Read our four heroes’ stories below.

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The Importance of Coming Out to your Health Care Provider

Dr. Nicole Thomas-Sealey explains how coming out to your health care provider can help improve your preventative care.

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Are the COVID-19 Vaccines Safe for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women?

By Dr. Bruno Casanova

Still unsure about receiving the COVID-19 vaccine as a pregnant or breastfeeding woman? Learn more about the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine from an ACPNY OB-GYN.

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How ACPNY Makes Scheduling a Screening Colonoscopy Easy

By Dr. Leon Kurtz

Learn more about how ACPNY makes it easy to schedule this incredibly important screening.

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Acid Reflux: When Should I Talk to My Provider?

By Dr. Deepak Vadada, M.D.

Do you have recurrent heartburn? Find out why it may be a sign of something more serious.

Your Primary Care Provider and Specialty Care Referrals

By Dr. Leon Kurtz

Learn more about ACPNY’s specialty care referrals and how they benefit you.

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Managing Social Anxiety After COVID-19

The isolation of social distancing may have caused or enhanced feelings of social anxiety. Learn how to identify it and help manage your symptoms.

When Are You Getting Vaccinated?

By Dr. Navarra Rodriguez

Your choice to be vaccinated impacts not only your own health, but the health and safety of your friends, family, community, and even the nation. Learn more about why you should receive your COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible.

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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.

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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.