May is American Stroke Month. This month we spread awareness about stroke prevention. High blood pressure and high cholesterol are the leading causes of Stroke. Talk to your health care provider about managing your conditions and decreasing your risk! Visit http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/ for more information. Cross Valley Health & Medicine is a primary care practice located in Newburgh, NY,
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World Health Day is April 7th!
In 2016, the World Health Organization’s World Health Day will focus on Diabetes. Diabetes affects people in almost every country and class on income. It is a preventable and treatable disease. The best thing we can do for ourselves and our loved ones is to raise awareness about diabetes and increase prevention by talking about
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April is Stress Awareness Month!
Stress is a normal part of life. However, over a long period of time, stress can cause a multitude of health problems. Headaches, depression, stroke, and heart attacks can occur. Luckily, there are many strategies to combating stress! You can take a walk, read a book, or even meditate! Controlling how you respond to stress
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March 24 is American Diabetes Alert Day
Diabetes is a condition in which the body’s level of glucose (sugar) is abnormally high due to a lack of insulin or the body’s inability to use insulin efficiently. In 2012 29.1 million Americans had diabetes! Many were undiagnosed. Serious complications can arise from untreated diabetes, such as blindness, kidney disease, stroke, and amputation. Talk
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March is National Colorectal Awareness Month!
Wear Blue in March to celebrate National Colorectal Awareness Month! This month, remember loved ones who have battled this disease, and encourage others to get screened. Primary Prevention can save a life! Visit the Colon Cancer Alliance website for more information! Cross Valley Health & Medicine is a primary care practice located in Newburgh, NY, allowing
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February is American Heart Month!
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women. By making healthy choices and talking to your primary care provider about your health conditions, you can help prevent heart disease. Visit the American Heart Association for more information! Cross Valley Health & Medicine is a primary care practice located in Newburgh, NY, allowing
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January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month!
More than 3 million people in the US have glaucoma! It is the leading cause of preventable blindness. Protect your eyesight with regular eye exams and visit www.glaucoma.org for more information. Cross Valley Health & Medicine is a primary care practice located in Newburgh, NY, allowing for both virtual and in-person appointments. The practice has two medical providers
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