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John Haffey

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jhaffey@dailyvoice.com

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

Before Traveling, WMC Shares Simple Tips On How To Stay Healthy Abroad “The first thing I tell people is to start thinking about potential health issues as soon as you book your flight,” said Dr. Rajiv Narula, MD, travel-medicine expert and internal medicine physician at MidHudson Regional Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. “Most people look up restaurants or resorts, and only realize they need vaccinations at the last minute.” Consult a physician four to six weeks before departing; some vaccinations require multiple doses, spaced a few weeks apart. Describe your trip to your doctor -- what you’ll do, where you’ll stay -- and r…

Content Partner: Westchester Medical Center

Lifestyle

Westchester Medical Center Explores Growing 'Keto Diet' Trend “The ketogenic [keto] diet is high in fat, low in carbohydrates and moderate in protein – a combination that mimics a state of fasting,” said Lauren Brown-Brandel, clinical dietician at Westchester Medical Center, the flagship of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. “When the body can’t use carbs for energy, it begins to convert fat into energy instead. The byproducts of this breakdown are called ketones.” Traditionally used to treat epilepsy, the keto diet is now a popular weight-loss method, following the low-carb craze popularized by the Atkins diet. Unlike Atkins, which doesn’t…

Content Partner: Westchester Medical Center

Lifestyle

Heading Outside This Summer? Here Are Your Medicine Cabinet Must-Haves Summer's long days and warm nights offer those in the Northeast the chance to enjoy the outdoors from dawn until after dusk. However, from bug bites and rashes to dehydration and sunburn, warm weather is also full of potential health hazards. In order to treat these problems if they occur, Dr. Carin Shapiro, a family physician at Highland Medical, P.C. Orangetown Family Practice, recommended having the following products on hand and explained their benefits in everyday life: Aloe: For sunburn, products containing aloe can provide relief. Calamine lotion: For bug bites, poison ivy or sunbur…

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Lifestyle

How To Prepare Teen Girls For An Important Health Checkup For young women and their mothers, knowing when to begin scheduling visits to their gynecologist can be a tricky decision. While the appropriate time often depends on a variety of factors, Dr. Olga Tusheva, an obstetrician-gynecologist with Highland Medical, P.C., OBS-GYN of Rockland, explained when to think about this transition to womanhood. Generally, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecology recommends young women have their first visit to the gynecologist between the ages of 13 and 15. However, they may want to visit a gynecologist earlier if they've already begun menstruatin…

Content Partner: Highland Medical

Lifestyle

WMC's Medical Villages Showcase Future Of Medical Facilities Slated for completion in 2020, two Westchester Medical Center Health Network hospitals in Kingston and Port Jervis are making steady progress toward achieving a new vision of state-of-the-art healthcare services and resources in the communities they serve. Bon Secours Community Hospital Bon Secours Charity Health System, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, recently welcomed local leaders and New York State officials to Bon Secours Community Hospital for a special ceremony, formally heralding the beginning of construction on a transformative $40-million hospital-renova…

Content Partner: St. Anthony Community Hospital

Lifestyle

WMC's Medical Villages Showcase Future Of Healthcare Facilities Slated for completion in 2020, two Westchester Medical Center Health Network hospitals in Kingston and Port Jervis are making steady progress toward achieving a new vision of state-of-the-art healthcare services and resources in the communities they serve. Bon Secours Community Hospital Bon Secours Charity Health System, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, recently welcomed local leaders and New York State officials to Bon Secours Community Hospital for a special ceremony, formally heralding the beginning of construction on a transformative $40-million hospital-renova…

Content Partner: Bon Secours Community Hospital

Lifestyle

Here's How To Prevent Common Summer Illnesses When making the most of the warm weather this summer, Bon Secours Medical Group explains how to ensure you and your body are in peak health: Heatstroke poses a danger to athletes and people who work outdoors, and the key to prevention is staying hydrated. “Power drinks are beneficial, but there’s nothing better than good old-fashioned water or salt tablets,” said Dr. George Cox, internal medicine physician at Bon Secours Medical Group, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Ticks, which can cause Lyme disease, are another constant threat in this area. “Wear long trousers…

Content Partner: St. Anthony Community Hospital

Lifestyle

Here's How To Prevent Common Summer Illnesses When making the most of the warm weather this summer, Bon Secours Medical Group explains how to ensure you and your body are in peak health: Heatstroke poses a danger to athletes and people who work outdoors, and the key to prevention is staying hydrated. “Power drinks are beneficial, but there’s nothing better than good old-fashioned water or salt tablets,” said Dr. George Cox, internal medicine physician at Bon Secours Medical Group, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Ticks, which can cause Lyme disease, are another constant threat in this area. “Wear long trousers…

Content Partner: Bon Secours Community Hospital

Schools

Ossining Health Advantage Helps Train Next Generation Of Care Providers As healthcare jobs in both Westchester County and across the nation continue to grow, one of the area's premier educators is offering prospective students the chance to join the field through a specially tailored curriculum. Thanks to Westchester Community College's Ossining Health Advantage, students interested in pursuing a healthcare focused degree can do so at the school's unique learning community in the Ossining Extension Center. The program will allow students to continue their education towards careers in allied health, healthcare administration and health education. Scholarships are…

Content Partner: Westchester Community College

Lifestyle

Advanced Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery Gives New Life To Westchester Residents When Kerri was diagnosed with sleep apnea due in large part to her growing weight, she realized it was time to get serious about her health. "I was diagnosed with sleep apnea and decided bariatric surgery was the only way to improve my health," she said. "I’m a single mother [and] have an eight-year-old daughter I need to be around for. I need to be healthy." When Kerri realized that diet and exercise alone wouldn't address her obesity, she sought the help of The Surgical Weight Loss team at NWH at Chappaqua Crossing. "I chose Northern Westchester Hospital because I…

Content Partner: Northern Westchester Hospital

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