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Advances in Breast Cancer Treatment Offer New Hope
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Today, many early-stage breast cancer patients are able to have less invasive surgery than in years past. With recent advances in research and breast cancer treatment, doctors are often able to reduce the amount and intensity of treatment women receive, while maintaining equally good cancer outcomes, according to Sunny Mitchell, MD, Medical Director of The Breast Center at Montefiore Nyack Hospital. In addition, genetic testing on tumors often can help doctors determine which type of chemotherapy, if even needed, will be most effective. READ MORE
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 Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award
Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the U.S., according to the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA). Montefiore Nyack Hospital has received the AHA/ASA’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus with Honor Roll Elite Quality Achievement Award for the Hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence. READ MORE
| |  Health Works: Fall 2021
The latest issue of Health Works features the incredible patient story of how the Emergency Department and new Cardiac Catheterization Lab saved a young father’s life after a near-fatal heart attack and his journey toward a full recovery at our Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Center. Also included: the opening of The FJ Borelli Family Emergency Center with a new Pediatric Emergency Department, and genetic testing for breast cancer risk. READ THE FULL ISSUE HERE
| |  Prepare for Flu Season
It’s not too early to get your flu shot this season. There is some evidence this might be a worse flu season than last year, so getting a flu shot is especially important. Howard Feldfogel, DO, Director of the Department of Medicine at Montefiore Nyack Hospital, answers questions about how to keep yourself and your family healthy this flu season, including who should get the flu shot; the best time to get it; and why mask wearing and handwashing remains important. READ MORE
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Diabetes Prevention Program
Oct 7, 4 PM–5 PM
Are you at risk for type 2 diabetes? This 16-week program, facilitated by a certified diabetes educator, is free-of-charge for adults 18 or older and will meet remotely by teleconference. The National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) is a proven way for adults who have prediabetes or are at high risk for type 2 diabetes to prevent or delay diabetes. Registration is required. For information and registration, EMAIL US.
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New Moms Circle Meet Up!
Oct 9, 10 AM–11:15 AM
Join us to connect with parents who are expecting, have babies, toddlers, and/or young children! Special guest Beth Mintz Friedberg, LCSW with discuss ways to “Maximize Love, Manage Stress” at Nyack Memorial Park (Gazebo area) on Depew Avenue in Nyack. *BYO Blanket.* In the event of rain, this event will be held via Zoom (Meeting ID: 961 6991 6344). To register, EMAIL Patti S. Guzmán at or call 845-348-2639.
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Autism: What You Need to Know
Oct 28, 12 PM–1 PM
According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects an estimated 1 in 54 children in the United States today. Autism refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication. Learn more about autism in this hour-long discussion. REGISTER HERE
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