Project CAFÉ members, mentees ‘Zumba’
On Sunday, April 29, students involved in Project CAFÉ’s Friend to Friend mentoring program met at the Cazenovia American Legion Hall to participate in a zumba class.
Caz Action: ‘This is here’
The Drug Free Task Force of Madison County’s Promise and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) sponsored “This Is Here” on May 1.
Oscar’s track: The health risk of pain relievers
Community Columnist
In this column, I’d like to talk about keeping your liver and kidneys healthy when taking over-the-counter or non-prescription pain medications. Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers are among the most widely used medications in the world.
Paw prints: Fleas, ticks and worms … Oh my!
Community Columnist
Options for parasite control are becoming more numerous and deciding which product to give your pet can be overwhelming. Your veterinarian can guide you on what is best for your pet based on his lifestyle and general health, but the following will summarize what parasites you should be concerned about for dogs and cats in our region.
Oscar’s track: Healing through natural therapy
Community Columnist
A few weeks ago in my column on holistic medicine, I mentioned I’d be inviting local natural therapy practitioners to share information about their practices.
‘The Wall’ continues to grow in Caz
Members from multiple sectors of the Cazenovia community are sharing the message that they want to “Be The Wall” between alcohol and youth. They aspire to be supportive of building healthy social patterns.
Oscar’s track: Increasing autism awareness
Community Columnist
Recently, I heard a news report about the growing number of children diagnosed with autism. Autism is one of a group of serious developmental problems called autism spectrum disorders (ASD) that appear in early childhood.
Caz bike donors aid county project
Community Bikes has received an increased number of donations in advance of the annual Bike Day this Sunday, April 15, when more than 300 bicycles will be placed with families in Madison County who can’t afford one.
Oscar’s track: Holistic healthcare
Community Columnist
In my previous columns, I’ve focused mostly on topics of physical health. Today, I’d like to broaden my focus and talk about how wellness involves health in all aspects of our lives.
Caz Action asks community to ‘Be the Wall’
The local community coalition Caz Action is launching a multimedia campaign intended to encourage and support parents, retailers and community members in their efforts to keep teens from drinking.
Caz Public Library to host discussion on long-term care
At 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 12, in the Cazenovia Public Library Community Room, Mary Zielinski, admissions coordinator at Colonial Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Rome, will present a informational lecture “How to Navigate Long-Term Care.”
LETTERS: Keep tobacco products out of sight, out of mind of youth
As a member of the Madison County Board of Health and a pediatrician who sees the direct effects of secondhand smoke and tobacco marketing on children in my office every day, I have a strong interest in protecting the health of youth.
From Laker, to pro, to coach
Stec succeeds in Cazenovia, Siena, Denmark, Holland
While the majority of college athletes become professionals in fields other than sports, Cazenovia High School alumna Heather Stec is one of the few exceptions.
Third Annual Natural Healing and Wellness Fair to be held in May
Wellness is varied and includes all of the aspects of everyday life, animal companions, Planet Earth and so much more. The Third Annual Natural Healing and Wellness Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 19 in the Cazneovia American Legion Hall, 26 Chenango St.
Oscar’s track: Improve your posture, improve your life
Community Columnist
Last week I talked about how our posture affects our health and well-being. This week, as promised, I’ll give you some advice and a few exercises to help you achieve and maintain correct posture, balance, and ultimately, better health.
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