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Sickle Cell Disease

Every year in the United States, thousands of families learn their newborn has sickle cell disease. Your child may appear healthy at first, but the condition requires careful, ongoing care as they grow. With the right support, your child can be monitored closely and treated proactively. At WMCHealth, our pediatric specialists provide medical expertise, education,Continue reading "Sickle Cell Disease"

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Cancer Screenings: Which Tests You Need and When

March 18, 2026

Medically reviewed by Marjorie Zauderer, MD Staying current on cancer screenings is one of the most effective things a person can do for their long-term health, but knowing exactly which tests apply to you, and when to start them, isn’t always straightforward. Guidelines have shifted in recent years, risk factors vary from person to person,Continue reading "Cancer Screenings: Which Tests You Need and When"

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Colonoscopy Myths, Debunked

March 18, 2026

Medically reviewed by Ryan Bendl, DO, FACS, FASCRS For many adults, the word colonoscopy brings up anxiety, discomfort or a long list of reasons to put it off. But colorectal cancer screening is one of the most powerful tools we have to prevent or catch cancer early, when it’s most treatable. During Colorectal Cancer AwarenessContinue reading "Colonoscopy Myths, Debunked"

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A Day in the Life of a Hospitalist: The Backbone of Inpatient Care

March 18, 2026

Medically reviewed by Andrea Porrovecchio, MD When you’re admitted to the hospital, one of the most important care providers you meet is someone you may not have heard of before: a hospitalist. A hospitalist is a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant who specializes in caring for admitted hospital patients. Unlike primary care doctors whoContinue reading "A Day in the Life of a Hospitalist: The Backbone of Inpatient Care"

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Direct Access Colon Cancer Screening Program

March 17, 2026

Wait No More: Get Fast and Easy Access to Advanced Colonoscopy Technology Preventive screenings are just one of those things. You know you should do it, but you put it off, put it off some more, get the referral from your primary care physician, stare at your calendar, and finally make the call, only toContinue reading "Direct Access Colon Cancer Screening Program"

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Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) Announces 2026 Board of Directors and Board Committee Meeting Schedule

March 16, 2026

VALHALLA, NY – March 16, 2026 – Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) has outlined the scheduled meeting dates for the WMCHealth Board of Directors and its Board Committees for calendar year 2026. In accordance with New York’s Open Meetings Law requirements, these meetings are open to the public unless otherwise noted. Meeting agendas, materials,Continue reading "Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) Announces 2026 Board of Directors and Board Committee Meeting Schedule"