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Blood Cancer Types & Treatments

A blood cancer is a type of cancer that originates in blood-forming tissue. Blood cancers usually begin in bone marrow, where the body produces blood, though how it starts can vary based on the particular blood cancer. Learn more about this type of cancer and its treatment research in our blog post.

Your Weekly Dose of Health August 19, 2016

** As you may be aware, step therapy, or “fail first” legislation, A.2834D (Titone) / S.3419C (Young), passed the NYS Senate and Assembly in the final week of the Legislative Session. Please take the time to call Governor Cuomo at 518-474-8390 and urge him to sign this legislation into law, as it’s in the best

How to Combat Prescription Drug Abuse and Misuse

Prescription drugs have many positive benefits, helping to alleviate ailments and help people enjoy healthy, active lives. Unfortunately, individuals who abuse and misuse prescription drugs put themselves and others at risk, as medicines taken for the wrong reasons can have devastating consequences. Learn more about ways we can help to prevent drug abuse and misuse in our communities.

Your Weekly Dose of Health August 12, 2016

** As you may be aware, step therapy, or “fail first” legislation, A.2834D (Titone) / S.3419C (Young), passed the NYS Senate and Assembly in the final week of the Legislative Session. Please take the time to call Governor Cuomo at 518-474-8390 and urge him to sign this legislation into law, as it’s in the best

Clinical Trials: Developing Innovative New Medicines

A clinical trial can be an intimidating concept to anyone who doesn’t understand what they are or what they intend to accomplish. In fact, they’re quite important, and so are trial volunteers!

5 Seniors Who Prove Age Is Just A Number

There are many seniors proving that an older age doesn’t mean you can’t be active, have fun, and achieve great accomplishments. Check out five seniors below who prove age is simply just a number!

Your Weekly Dose of Health August 5, 2016

** As you may be aware, step therapy, or “fail first” legislation, A.2834D (Titone) / S.3419C (Young), passed the NYS Senate and Assembly in the final week of the Legislative Session. Please take the time to call Governor Cuomo at 518-474-8390 and urge him to sign this legislation into law, as it’s in the best

Protect Yourself: Sun Safety Tips

Summer is a great time to get outdoors and spend some time in the fresh air. Whether you’re planning picnics, going on hikes, swimming, planting a garden or otherwise, making sure to stay safe in the sun is important for your health and the health of your family members or friends.

Your Weekly Dose of Health July 29, 2016

** Please join us on August 3rd from 12 pm – 1 pm at West Capitol Park (facing S. Swan Street in Albany) for the “Don’t Fail Us” Rally, as we call on Governor Cuomo to sign the Step Therapy legislation, A.2834D (Titone) / S.3419C (Young), into law! ** We also ask that you take the time to call

Medical Progress: Innovation Over the Years

Everyday, medical research and discoveries take us steps closer to new understandings of the human body and how various viruses and diseases affect them. This ongoing medical research is critical in efforts to provide necessary and ever-improving medicines to patients throughout the world, while also fighting off new diseases and viruses that evolve over time.