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A Musician’s Second Beat
January 29, 2026
John Berenzy experienced a life-altering cardiac event in August 2025 after returning home from New Orleans following the birth of his grandson, Sebastian. Mistaking severe chest pain for heartburn, John sought help from a neighbor, collapsing at their door. Emergency responders quickly arrived on the scene. They administered nitroglycerin and treated a complete blockage inContinue reading "A Musician’s Second Beat"
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A Heart Reimagined
January 29, 2026
Four years ago, Jennifer Dering was at the peak of her strength, a professional athlete, engineer, wife, and mother, training for a racquetball tournament when she suddenly began struggling to breathe. Over the course of 14 medical visits, she was misdiagnosed repeatedly. Doctors told her it was hormones, asthma, even “vocal cord dysfunction.” But JenniferContinue reading "A Heart Reimagined"
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A Firefighter’s Second Chance
January 29, 2026
When Assistant Fire Chief John Lucariello of the Rombout Fire Company collapsed while responding to an early morning fire in Fishkill, NY, his fellow firefighters and paramedics rushed to his side. Despite repeated attempts to restart his heart, John was pronounced dead. Then, just minutes later, something extraordinary happened: his heart began to beat onContinue reading "A Firefighter’s Second Chance"
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Three Leading Institutions Unite to Advance Inhaled Gene Therapy for Cystic Fibrosis
January 23, 2026
Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, Boston Children’s Health Physicians and New York Medical College Partner to Administer Novel Inhaled mRNA Therapy to Treat Cystic Fibrosis VALHALLA, NY – January 23, 2026 – Westchester Medical Center Health Network’s (WMCHealth’s) Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, Boston Children’s Health Physicians (BCHP) and New York Medical College (NYMC) have joined forcesContinue reading "Three Leading Institutions Unite to Advance Inhaled Gene Therapy for Cystic Fibrosis"
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American Association of Critical-Care Nurses Recognizes Three Westchester Medical Center Units with Beacon Award for Excellence
January 22, 2026
National recognition highlights unit-level nursing excellence, exceptional patient outcomes, and healthy work environments VALHALLA, NY – January 22, 2026 – The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) has awarded a Silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence to three inpatient units at Westchester Medical Center, the flagship hospital of Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). This nationalContinue reading "American Association of Critical-Care Nurses Recognizes Three Westchester Medical Center Units with Beacon Award for Excellence"
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The Cervical Health Myths That Keep Women from Getting Screened
January 14, 2026
Cervical cancer is highly preventable, yet common myths keep women from getting screened. Learn the truth about when screening starts, why symptoms don't matter, and what the HPV vaccine really covers.
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Cervical Health: What Every Woman Should Know in 2026
January 14, 2026
Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, yet many women aren't sure when to screen or which symptoms matter. Updated guidelines and flexible testing options make prevention easier than ever.
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How Stress Affects Women’s Hormones and When to Talk to Your Doctor
January 14, 2026
Stress doesn't just affect your mood. For women, ongoing stress can disrupt hormones that regulate menstrual cycles, sleep, and energy. Discover when symptoms warrant a conversation with your doctor.
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Prevention That Puts You First
January 14, 2026
A new year is the perfect time to invest in your health. Here's your complete guide to the essential screenings you need in 2026, from annual physicals to cancer screenings and mental health assessments.