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Downsizing without the drama

The past year has made people ask so much of their homes as people brought in work, school and exercise. It not only took a toll on the aesthetics, but also our lifestyles, said Marni Jameson, a syndicated home and lifestyle columnist with several books on downsizing. “COVID-19 changed the […]

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ACS announces in-person breast cancer walk

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Westchester, presented by Houlihan Lawrence, will return as an in-person walk on Sunday, Oct. 17, at Manhattanville College, providing reimagined and new ways to support and fund the future of breast cancer research and programs. This walk will be held in accordance with Centers […]

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Ways to fend off caregiver distress

Caregiving can be overwhelming. To get through the ups and downs, resiliency can be learned. “People become sudden caregivers in at least two ways. Either they are thrust into the caregiving role due to the unexpected diagnosis of a loved one who has been, up that point, perfectly healthy; or […]

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First positive West Nile virus case in Westchester

Westchester County has learned of its first human case of West Nile virus this year, which was confirmed in a 58-year-old resident with multiple underlying medical conditions, who is hospitalized. “This first case of West Nile Virus should remind us all to take precautions against mosquito bites by removing standing […]