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John Haffey

Client Editor

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

Zika And Pregnancy: Should You Be Tested? The images associated with Zika in the media are alarming: they depict babies with abnormally small heads, sick mothers and display evidence of various other birth defects. While it is known that children born with the virus can experience physical and mental impairments for the rest of their lives, questions remain. How common is Zika, and should mothers really worry about the disease? Transmitted primarily through infected mosquitoes or unprotected sex with a partner who’s infected, the Zika virus has been diagnosed in roughly 5,300 cases in the United States this year. Of those cases, 29 …

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Lifestyle

Zika And Pregnancy: Should You Be Tested? The images associated with Zika in the media are alarming: they depict babies with abnormally small heads, sick mothers and display evidence of various other birth defects. While it is known that children born with the virus can experience physical and mental impairments for the rest of their lives, questions remain. How common is Zika, and should mothers really worry about the disease? Transmitted primarily through infected mosquitoes or unprotected sex with a partner who’s infected, the Zika virus has been diagnosed in roughly 5,300 cases in the United States this year. Of those cases, 29 …

Content Partner: CareMount Medical

Lifestyle

Nyack Hospital Awarded 'Gold Quality' Honor For Stroke Care NYACK, N.Y. -- When receiving urgent stroke care, the hospital a patient selects can make a world of difference for treatment and recovery. Luckily for Rockland County residents, Nyack Hospital has received stroke care recognition from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association for the fourth consecutive year. In receiving the Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll, the hospital has been recognized for providing effective stroke treatment based on the latest scientific evidence. “This recognition further demonstrates our c…

Content Partner: Nyack Hospital

Lifestyle

Don't Get Blinded By Window Treatment Options When redecorating a room, new blinds and shutters offer a quick and affordable way to transform a space and create a one-of-a-kind feel. From light filtering blinds to blackout shades, each window treatment offers a variety of aesthetic and practical benefits. "Because every room has its own purpose and scale, the selection process is important," said Kimberly Scappaticci, the design director at Wallauer’s Design Center. "Some windows scream shutters, others need fabric, while others need the softness and warmth of Roman shades." One of the leading names in window fashio…

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Real Estate

Every Day Is Summer Vacation At Stunning Area Homes There's no denying the fun in summer road trips. However, between the traffic, cost and other headaches associated with summer travel, sometimes staying local is an attractive alternative. And although "staycations" have their upside no matter where you live, at several William Raveis listings, home really is the best place to be. For homeowners seeking old-world charm in a peaceful setting, 9 Terrace Circle in Armonk offers can't-miss value. The massive 12,000 sq. ft. stone residence was built with entertaining in mind; from the house's top-of-the-line Rutt kitchen to its sprawlin…

Content Partner: William Raveis

Lifestyle

Mindfulness Techniques Offer Ancient Solution To Today's Stressors RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- When confronted with stress, anxiety or other mental distresses, people are turning in increasing numbers to the ancient practice of mindfulness, and applying centuries old techniques to modern, everyday life. "The practice of mindfulness dates back thousands of years and has roots in both yoga and meditation," said Dr. Jodie Katz, director of the Center for Integrative Medicine at The Valley Hospital. "The overarching goals of mindfulness are for the individual to learn to be present in the moment and to be able to quiet his or her mind. This can make a sig…

Content Partner: Valley Health System

Lifestyle

Highland Medical Doctor Brings Multicultural Cancer Care To Rockland County NYACK, N.Y. -- During cancer diagnosis and treatment, effective communication and planning is key. However, mapping a plan of action can be difficult when patients speak a different language than doctors and staff. Thanks to Dr. Sung Ho Lee, a board-certified physician in medical oncology and hematology at Highland Medical P.C. and Nyack Hospital, both native and foreign speakers are receiving the comprehensive care they deserve, in a familiar tongue. South Korean by birth, Lee moved to the United States after receiving his medical doctorate from Kyunghee University Medical Center in Seoul. …

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Schools

Pace People This Week: Upward Mobility And Commencement Address PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Here is a roundup of newsmakers and their news in brief from Pace University: Haub Law Professor Bennett Gershman is featured in the newly-released film, "The Syndrome." The documentary follows a group of doctors, scientists and legal scholars who have uncovered that “Shaken Baby Syndrome,” a child abuse theory used in hundreds of legal prosecutions each year, is not scientifically valid. More information on the movie can be found here. Incoming Pace President Marvin Krislov was interviewed on public radio in Ohio and discussed Pace's upward mobility ranking…

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Lifestyle

Pace Alums Shine In Broadway's Best NEW YORK -- With the curtain lowered on the 2016-2017 Broadway season, three Pace University Actors Studio Drama School alums have garnered national recognition for their roles in some of the season's most critically acclaimed productions. Rachel Stevens, an MFA directing alum, assistant directed "Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812," the Broadway musical which garnered the most Tony Award nominations of any play this season. Stevens assisted director Rachel Chavkin during the production of the hit musical, which is an adaptation of Tolstoy’s novel, "War and Peace.&…

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Lifestyle

Nyack Hospital Welcomes New Chief Nursing Officer, Patient Care VP NYACK, N.Y. -- Nyack Hospital recently announced Kathy Lunney, RN, MSN has been appointed vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer at the hospital. No stranger to Nyack Hospital, Lunney will be responsible for providing leadership to the hospital's nursing staff, with particular emphasis on driving nursing excellence and performance improvement. Well known to the organization, she served two terms as interim chief nursing officer from 2015 to 2017. “Kathy is a collaborative, seasoned healthcare professional with more than 25 years of nursing leadership experience,” …

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