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Every second counts during a medical emergency, and ensuring doctors have quick access to relevant information ensures the patient receives the care they need and greatly reduces the chance of a bad situation getting worse. In observation of September as National Preparedness Month, we will discuss a critical, but often…

September marks National Preparedness Month and is a good time to evaluate your household’s emergency plans. Generally speaking, sheltering in place (remaining at home) during an emergency is the safest way to avoid the brunt of a heat wave, hurricane, power outage, or other common emergency scenario. However, if you…

September is national preparedness month and in observation of the occasion, we would like to share some tips and resources to help residents better prepare for common emergency situations we face in the city. This week, we will discuss how to manage the risk of hurricanes, tropical cyclones, and other heavy storms. …

Despite hundreds of academic studies highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of pet ownership among older adults, elder care experts remain undecided on whether or not an animal companion has an overall positive or negative impact on quality of life. The net benefits and challenges of pet ownership often boil down to a…

With summer well under way, high temperatures, humidity, and the haze of poor air quality will be a fact of life for the coming months. While these annual hazards can pose a risk for New Yorkers of all ages, older adults are particularly vulnerable to summer weather conditions. Read on…

Family caregiving – the act of providing unpaid assistance to a friend or family member with a disability, illness, or chronic condition has become increasingly common in recent years. A 2020 study conducted by AARP found that nearly one-in-five American adults serve as family caregivers in some capacity, and that more than…