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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

Stay Safe And Avoid These Common Winter Injuries Says Nyack Hospital NYACK, N.Y. -- Although the first winter snowfall brings cozy nights and picturesque days, the uncertain terrain can cause a host of weather-related injuries. When it comes to these seasonal injuries, the top culprit is no surprise: icy slips and falls. “People rush and they don’t wear shoes with good traction,” said Dr. Aleksandr Rakhlin, medical director of the Nyack Hospital Trauma Department. The result can be hip fractures and head injuries. “For elderly people on blood thinners, the bleeding that can result from a head injury can be devastating.” To avoid slipping on icy surfaces, pe…

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Lifestyle

Suffer From Heartburn? Nyack Hospital Doctor Shares Important Holiday Tips NYACK, N.Y. -- If you tend to get heartburn, the holidays can be an especially challenging time of year. So many foods and beverages we tend to consume at holiday parties—spicy foods, greasy cocktail snacks, alcohol, caffeine, and chocolate—can lead to that burning sensation in your chest. However, according to Dr. Vipul Shah, chief of gastroenterology at Nyack Hospital, planning ahead can help you avoid heartburn during the holiday season. “If you only get heartburn occasionally, you won’t be causing long-term damage if you splurge on fatty foods and alcohol for one evening,” Dr. Shah said.…

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Lifestyle

Do I Need My Appendix? Area Surgeon Explains Oft-Misunderstood Organ SLEEPY HOLLOW, N.Y. -- For such a small, seemingly unimportant organ, the appendix can certainly cause a lot of problems. According to Dr. Robert Raniolo, founder and senior partner at Hudson Valley Surgical Group in Sleepy Hollow, issues with this non-functioning organ are more common than most think. "One the most common abdominal emergencies we see is appendicitis," said Raniolo. In fact, one in every thousand people will have appendicitis, he said, making it a routine procedure for surgeons. The appendix itself is a small, tubular structure, roughly the size of a short pencil,…

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Schools

Pace Model UN Brings Home The Hardware From Washington Conference NEW YORK -- For Pace University students at the National Model United Nations conference in the District of Columbia, the top awards in global politics have taken a trip back to New York area. In a testament to Pace students’ research, writing, public speaking and negotiation skills, the team took home 14 awards, tying them for second on the overall leaderboard with De La Salle - College of Saint Benilde, and one behind West Virginia University. The competition contained a field of 45 universities and institutions. Pace Pleasantville was recognized as an 'Outstanding Delegation' for their …

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Lifestyle

From Slopes To Surgery, HSS Doctor Shares Skiing Tips, Experiences STAMFORD, Conn. -- Dr. Sabrina Strickland, an orthopedic surgeon at HSS's Outpatient Center in Stamford, shares her knowledge and experiences as a skier, as well as tips for how to avoid ski injuries Miraculously, in my 35 years of skiing I have never suffered a serious injury, but I certainly have come close. I still remember my first time on skis. My parents dropped me off with my middle school friends at a ski area near where I grew up in Massachusetts and I set off up the hill on the tow rope only to come crashing down, skis off, multiple times. By the end of that day I was hooked and st…

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Lifestyle

What Is Kyphosis? HSS Doctor Explains PARAMUS, N.J. -- Kyphosis, or a curvature in the sagittal plane with the apex of the curve directed posteriorly, exists as part of the normal spine alignment and can measure curvature of up to forty-five degrees. This varies from scoliosis, which exists when curvatures in the coronal plane have a minimum of 10 degrees. The most common types of kyphosis include postural kyphosis and Scheuermann’s kyphosis. Postural kyphosis usually becomes noticeable during adolescence and is more common in girls than boys. Parents may see an abnormal prominence in their child’s posture, or it may be diagnose…

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NWH's Colorectal Care Is Second To None In Northeast And Beyond MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- The da Vinci robots at Northern Westchester Hospital, a designated training epicenter for robot-assisted colorectal surgery, are sophisticated and accurate surgical tools controlled by surgeons to improve the outcome of surgery. Smaller incisions and less scarring result in a reduced hospital stay, a quicker return to normal activity, and an easier time with post-surgery mobility for patients. Director of the Colorectal Surgery Program at NWH, Dr. Gerald Wishner, provided Michael Gannon with a unique patient-centered experience, one Gannon would recommend to anyone requi…

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White Plains Hospital Re-Designated As Magnet Organization WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- White Plains Hospital has announced that it has been re-designated as a Magnet organization by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association. Magnet designation is the highest and most prestigious international distinction a healthcare organization can receive for nursing excellence. WPH is one of only three Magnet hospitals in Westchester and one of 25 Magnet hospitals in New York State. Only about seven percent of hospitals in the United States are currently Magnet designated. “We are so proud to again receive the…

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Lifestyle

Putnam Hospital Auxiliary Kicks Off Donations For New Mammography Machine CARMEL, N.Y. – The Putnam Hospital Center Auxiliary recently gave a major gift to the hospital toward the purchase of a state-of-the-art mammography unit. Auxiliary Co-President Peg Lindblom delivered a $50,000 check to Putnam Hospital Center Foundation Executive Director Priscilla Weaver earlier this month. The contribution is the first installment of a $150,000 pledge the Auxiliary has made toward the purchase of a digital breast tomosynthesis unit, also known as 3D mammography, for the hospital. The Auxiliary’s gift ties in with enhancements to the hospital’s breast center program. In …

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Lifestyle

Unveil A Party Pleaser With Debi Lilly Design Dessert Bar Transform holiday dessert with a dessert bar! Guests love to mix and mingle over dessert, so style an interactive sweet table full of bite-size tastes. Use debi lilly deisgn™ products, available exclusively at your local ACME, and shop your favorite treats for a custom dessert bar, all while you pick up your holiday groceries. Use debi lilly design™ footed vases, ribbons and chargers to create a DIY dessert bar filled with all your favorite colorful ACME Markets sweet treats. It tastes as good as it looks! Shop debi lilly design™ at ACME, and discover more décor inspiration at acmemarkets.c…

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