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South Passaic
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Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak Probed In Bergen, Passaic Towns: Health Department Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak Probed In Bergen, Passaic Towns: Health Department
Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak Probed In Bergen, Passaic Towns: Health Department A potential outbreak of Legionnaires' Disease is being investigated in several adjacent towns in Bergen and Passaic County, the health department reports. A total of seven cases have been confirmed with one “suspected” case still being investigated, the New Jersey Department of Health said in a Thursday release. The cases — which are treatable with antibiotics but have an incubation period of up to two weeks — were reported between Nov. 9 and Dec. 21. Legionnaire’s disease can occur when a person inhales aerosolized water — typically from cooling towers, hot tubs, plumbing systems, decorat…

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by Valerie Musson
Somerset
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Living With Chronic Lyme Disease: NJ Woman's Never-Ending Nightmare Living With Chronic Lyme Disease: NJ Woman's Never-Ending Nightmare
Living With Chronic Lyme Disease: NJ Woman's Never-Ending Nightmare It took four years for doctors to figure out what was wrong with Jasmin Perdomo. And still, that didn't solve her problem. Perdomo was 27 and living in Puerto Rico when symptoms presented as headaches, body aches and extremely swollen joints in 2014. All tests were coming back normal as the Elizabeth native was getting worse. Symptoms progressed to vertigo, heart problems, and a laundry list of cognitive issues like memory loss, inability to balance, slow speech, and facial paralysis. Sometimes, Perdomo would get in her car to go somewhere, only to find herself on the roads and completely…

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by Cecilia Levine
Rye
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Two Dead After Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak In NYC, With 24 Confirmed Cases Two Dead After Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak In NYC, With 24 Confirmed Cases
Two Dead After Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak In NYC, With 24 Confirmed Cases Two deaths have been linked to an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in New York City. The Health Department gave an update Wednesday, June 1, on its investigation into a community cluster of the illness in the Highbridge neighborhood of the Bronx. Twenty-four people have been diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease in the area since Tuesday, May 3, according to health officials. Four people are hospitalized. The two individuals who died were both over the age of 50 and had risk factors for severe disease, health officials said. Legionnaires’ disease is a type of pneumonia caused by the bac…

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by Michael Mashburn
Ulster Sullivan
Lifestyle
UTI Facts By Sun River Health UTI Facts By Sun River Health
UTI Facts By Sun River Health Every year, urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect over 150 million people worldwide. Doctors typically treat UTIs with antibiotics, but there are definite steps you can take to reduce your chances of getting a UTI in the first place. So, let’s get talking. Symptoms and Complications A UTI is an infection in any part of your urinary system, which includes your kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Women are at a greater risk of getting a UTI than men. UTIs don’t always have symptoms, but when they do, they may include: A strong, persistent urge to urinate A burning sensation when urinat…

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Southwest Dutchess
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UTI Facts By Sun River Health UTI Facts By Sun River Health
UTI Facts By Sun River Health Every year, urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect over 150 million people worldwide. Doctors typically treat UTIs with antibiotics, but there are definite steps you can take to reduce your chances of getting a UTI in the first place. So, let’s get talking. Symptoms and Complications A UTI is an infection in any part of your urinary system, which includes your kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Women are at a greater risk of getting a UTI than men. UTIs don’t always have symptoms, but when they do, they may include: A strong, persistent urge to urinate A burning sensation when urinat…

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East Dutchess
Lifestyle
Safe Use Of Antibiotics Safe Use Of Antibiotics
Safe Use Of Antibiotics Antibiotics are medications created almost 100 years ago to fight bacterial infections. They have transformed health care and the treatment of medical conditions. Infectious diseases, such as pneumonia, used to be listed as the most common cause of death in the United States; whereas today, it is ranked number eight. Unfortunately, as antibiotic usage has surged in recent years, many bacteria now have developed “antibiotic resistance” so that antibiotics are no longer effective. Just as Superman is resistant to bullets and other weapons, except for Kryptonite, we have now created “Superbugs” …

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Putnam
Lifestyle
Safe Use Of Antibiotics Safe Use Of Antibiotics
Safe Use Of Antibiotics Antibiotics are medications created almost 100 years ago to fight bacterial infections. They have transformed health care and the treatment of medical conditions. Infectious diseases, such as pneumonia, used to be listed as the most common cause of death in the United States; whereas today, it is ranked number eight. Unfortunately, as antibiotic usage has surged in recent years, many bacteria now have developed “antibiotic resistance” so that antibiotics are no longer effective. Just as Superman is resistant to bullets and other weapons, except for Kryptonite, we have now created “Superbugs” …

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Ulster Sullivan
Lifestyle
Safe Use Of Antibiotics Safe Use Of Antibiotics
Safe Use Of Antibiotics Antibiotics are medications created almost 100 years ago to fight bacterial infections. They have transformed health care and the treatment of medical conditions. Infectious diseases, such as pneumonia, used to be listed as the most common cause of death in the United States; whereas today, it is ranked number eight. Unfortunately, as antibiotic usage has surged in recent years, many bacteria now have developed “antibiotic resistance” so that antibiotics are no longer effective. Just as Superman is resistant to bullets and other weapons, except for Kryptonite, we have now created “Superbugs” …

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Southwest Dutchess
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UTI Facts: An HRHCare Expert Explains UTI Facts: An HRHCare Expert Explains
UTI Facts: An Hrhcare Expert Explains Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are not a popular conversation topic, yet they affect over 150 million people worldwide each year. Doctors typically treat UTIs with antibiotics, but there are steps you can take to reduce your chances of getting a UTI in the first place. So, let’s get talking. Symptoms and Complications A UTI is an infection in any part of your urinary system, which includes your kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. Women are at a greater risk of getting a UTI than men. UTIs don’t always have symptoms, but when they do they may include: • A strong, persistent urge to uri…

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Bronxville
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Lyme 101: What You Need To Know Lyme 101: What You Need To Know
Lyme 101: What You Need To Know For many of us, summer is the time to finally get outdoors, whether you enjoy hiking, biking, or basking in the warm weather. But all that time outside increases our exposure to ticks, and the diseases that they carry. As a pediatric rheumatologist, I often get asked how to prevent and treat Lyme disease. Here’s what you need to know to protect your family this summer. Lyme disease is an infection caused by the Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria, which is transmitted by the bite of the Ixodes tick. It is often found in the Northeastern U.S., though there are other types of tic…

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Fairfield
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Early Signs Indicate It Could Be A Bad Year For Ticks Early Signs Indicate It Could Be A Bad Year For Ticks
Early Signs Indicate It Could Be A Bad Year For Ticks With Memorial Day in the rearview mirror and the weather warming up, health officials are warning that it might be time to prepare for an influx of ticks in the area. According to reports, the lack of late-season snow, and climate change led to more adult ticks surviving the winter, which led to more nymphal ticks and overcrowding earlier than normal. The overcrowding led to an uptick in the number of ticks spreading nationwide. With a rise in the tick population, which continues expanding, there is expected to be an increased number of Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases spreading. …

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by Zak Failla
Southwest Dutchess
Lifestyle
Impetigo 101, According To An HRHCare Expert Impetigo 101, According To An HRHCare Expert
Impetigo 101, According To An Hrhcare Expert No one likes a skin infection. Though you may not have heard of it, impetigo is a very contagious bacterial skin infection that is pretty common, especially in children. Impetigo is even sometimes called the “school disease,” as it can quickly spread from child to child in a classroom. So, let’s dive into everything you need to know to stay impetigo free! What is impetigo? Impetigo is a bacterial infection on the outer layers of skin – most commonly on the face, arms and legs. Children and infants are the most likely to get this infection, with impetigo accounting for about 10 percent of …

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Putnam
Lifestyle
Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders? Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders?
Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders? Pelvic floor disorders are common problems facing women, and many do not seek medical help. These disorders can result from a variety of medical conditions as well as normal changes associated with childbirth and aging. Pelvic floor disorders may cause sexual dysfunction, vaginal pain or discomfort, fecal/urinary incontinence and abdominal discomfort. Many women experience significant changes in daily activities and even self-identify because of these conditions. Let’s discuss some of these disorders and treatment options. Pelvic Organ Prolapse A woman’s pelvic organs (bladder, uterus, re…

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Content Partner: CareMount Medical
Armonk
Lifestyle
Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders? Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders?
Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders? Pelvic floor disorders are common problems facing women, and many do not seek medical help. These disorders can result from a variety of medical conditions as well as normal changes associated with childbirth and aging. Pelvic floor disorders may cause sexual dysfunction, vaginal pain or discomfort, fecal/urinary incontinence and abdominal discomfort. Many women experience significant changes in daily activities and even self-identify because of these conditions. Let’s discuss some of these disorders and treatment options. Pelvic Organ Prolapse A woman’s pelvic organs (bladder, uterus, re…

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Content Partner: CareMount Medical
Putnam
Lifestyle
Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders? Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders?
Do You Suffer From Pelvic Floor Disorders? Pelvic floor disorders are common problems facing women, and many do not seek medical help. These disorders can result from a variety of medical conditions as well as normal changes associated with childbirth and aging. Pelvic floor disorders may cause sexual dysfunction, vaginal pain or discomfort, fecal/urinary incontinence and abdominal discomfort. Many women experience significant changes in daily activities and even self-identify because of these conditions. Let’s discuss some of these disorders and treatment options. Pelvic Organ Prolapse A woman’s pelvic organs (bladder, uterus, r…

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Content Partner: CareMount Medical
Clarkstown
Lifestyle
Protect Yourself From Lyme Disease This Summer Protect Yourself From Lyme Disease This Summer
Protect Yourself From Lyme Disease This Summer Lyme disease is on the rise, especially during active tick months from May through July. That’s why it’s especially important to take the steps to protect yourself from ticks through simple precautionary measures. “It’s so important to check yourself and your family for ticks after you’ve been hiking, gardening, camping or doing other outdoor activities,” said Dr. Azfar Chak, chief of infectious diseases at Montefiore Nyack Hospital. To protect against tick bites, the CDC recommends taking the following steps:  Cover up as much as possible when hiking, gardening or doing other outdoor act…

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Southwest Dutchess
Lifestyle
Stay Tick-Free This Summer With Tips From HRHCare Stay Tick-Free This Summer With Tips From HRHCare
Stay Tick-Free This Summer With Tips From Hrhcare With summer on our doorstep, many of us are gearing up for gardening, camping, hiking and general outdoor fun. However, we also need to make preventing tick bites a part of our summer plans to keep ourselves and our families free from Lyme disease. What is Lyme Disease? Lyme disease is an infection caused by bacteria transmitted to humans through a bite from an infected black-legged or deer tick. Symptoms include severe headache and joint pain, fever, rash, loss of muscle tone and heart palpitation. They can become visible anywhere from three to thirty days after the bite. The chance of you…

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Shelton
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Multi-State Outbreak Of Pet Store Related Infection Hits Connecticut Multi-State Outbreak Of Pet Store Related Infection Hits Connecticut
Multi-State Outbreak Of Pet Store Related Infection Hits Connecticut A multi-state outbreak of a drug-resistant illness linked to pet store puppies is currently under investigation, according to the CDC. As of December 2017, two people in both Connecticut and New York were infected with Campylobacter bacteria -- which is resistant to commonly recommended, first-line antibiotics making it difficult to treat. Epidemiologic and laboratory evidence indicates that contact with puppies sold through Petland stores is a likely source of this outbreak. Since the last update on October 30, 2017, 30 more ill people have been reported from 11 states. The most recent il…

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by Cecilia Levine