It’s National Nutrition Month and the mantra for March is “Eat more whole grains, less refined grains!” This is sound advice that applies to kids, adults and senior citizens, but …
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Angela Komis, RD, CDN
Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
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3/13/19
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Being a caregiver for a loved one can be a very fulfilling experience, but may also be one of the most difficult times in one’s life. The challenges faced are unlike any other; for many, taking …
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Nancy Geiger
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2/22/19
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Nicholas Bolognini, an Island Park resident and senior at Long Beach High School, donated a dozen hand-decorated pillowcases to South Nassau Communities Hospital’s Pediatric Department on Feb. 9.
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By Briana Bonfiglio
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2/21/19
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For 35 days, a single mother from Island Park struggled to make ends meet as President Donald Trump’s historic government shutdown continued, which caused her to work her job at the Internal Revenue Service while not getting paid.
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By Mike Smollins
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1/31/19
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The winter season can be breathtaking when the ground and trees are covered with brilliant white snow. Although beautiful, snow and cold temperatures can make life challenging, especially for our …
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Nancy Geiger
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1/25/19
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Society has long looked down on mental health patients, according to Andrew Malekoff, executive director of the Roslyn Heights-based North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center. So it has been all too easy for insurance companies . . .
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1/24/19
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The holidays are a time of celebration for many, but when a loved one is struggling with dementia, memories of times gone by can make gatherings bittersweet. Adjusting expectations and embracing new …
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By Kathleen Biggs, CTRS
Assistant Director, Therapeutic Recreation
Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
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12/14/18
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Vaping gets its name from the cloud of water vapor that e-cigarettes produce, and it has become wildly popular among teenagers who believe it’s harmless. It’s not. In fact . . .
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12/14/18
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Two Oceanside High School students supported veterans of the armed forces with their Eagle Scout projects.
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By Briana Bonfiglio
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11/29/18
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Choosing a rehabilitation facility or an assisted living community for a loved one can be daunting. Many of the options seem similar, and it’s difficult to know which one would be right for …
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10/22/18
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