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Is your snoring keeping your partner awake? You might have sleep apnea. During National Sleep Month, find out about this sleep disorder, which causes one or more pauses in breathing or shallow breaths while sleeping. Diagnosing and treating sleep apnea can help prevent a number of serious health problems. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute has more information: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/h/health-topics/topics/sleepapnea/

Here are some healthy ideas for enjoying your Memorial Day barbeque. Be sure to include plenty of fruits and vegetables with your meal. Add veggies to a chicken or meat kabob on the grill. If you’re going for a burger, keep the portion size moderate. If you’re buying the chips, choose the baked variety. No matter what you eat, include some physical activity in your plan for the long weekend.

Now’s a good time to pack a summer first aid kit and keep it in the car. Things to include: thermometer; bug spray; sunscreen; hydrocortisone cream for rashes and bug bites; aloe vera gel to help soothe a sunburn; sanitizing wipes; antibiotic ointment; bandages, band-aids, gauze and tape; tweezes and a sterile needle for splinters; saline solution to clean out eyes; and small doses of over-the-counter medications such as Tylenol, Advil, Pepto-Bismol tablets, Dramamine, and Benadryl for allergic reactions. Keep a list of emergency numbers handy: your family doctor; pediatrician; dentist and poison control.

Congratulations to the winners and all the young artists who participated in Montefiore Nyack's Art Contest. To see the full catalog of artwork entries, visit https://www.montefiorenyack.org/art-contest. #MontefioreNyack #ArtContest

Teen girls should first see a gynecologist between the ages of 13 to 15. Starting at age 21, screening for cervical cancer begins. Women of all ages should have an annual wellness exam with their gynecologist, even in years they are not scheduled for cervical cancer screening with a Pap test or HPV test, says Maria Emerson, M.D., the Director of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Montefiore Nyack Hospital. Dr. Emerson talks about the importance of women’s health, and what to expect from your exams here, http://ow.ly/d2kA50EEiiq

Tune in tonight to News 12 at 7:00pm. Reporter Tara Joyce has a special about the heroes of our frontline heroes. You might see some of our team in the piece. #MontefioreNyack #frontlineheroes

In honor of National Hospital Week, the Montefiore Nyack Hospital team enjoyed a sweet treat. Thank you to the entire Montefiore Nyack Hospital team for your commitment and dedication. #HospitalWeek #healthcareheroes

If you have diabetes, the National Institutes of Health says you should take these steps daily: Take your medicines for diabetes and any other health problems even when you feel good. Ask your doctor if you need aspirin to prevent a heart attack or stroke. Check your feet every day for cuts, blisters, red spots, and swelling, and tell your doctor right away if you have any sores that do not go away. Brush your teeth and floss every day to keep your mouth, teeth, and gums healthy. Stop smoking. Ask for help to quit. Keep track of your blood sugar. You may want to check it one or more times a day. Check your blood pressure if your doctor advises and keep a record of it. Learn more at: http://ow.ly/aZGg50EJaOB.