Potato Pancakes (Latkes) for Holiday Celebrations Courtesy of AllRecipes.com Potato pancakes (latkes) are traditionally served during Chanukah celebrations. Latkes is a Yiddish word that loosely translates to “little oily things.” Potato pancakes are not exclusive to Jewish cuisine. Germans have their own variation called “kartoffelpuffer.” The
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Your Children’s Mental Health During the Pandemic by Peter Kates A recent report published in Time Magazine confirms that while COVID-19 is sparing most kids’ bodies, it’s not being kind to their minds. Saba Abaci, M.D. Medical Director of Children’s Behavioral Health Services at Univera Healthcare,
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Why the Flu Shot is so Important in 2020 Getting a flu shot helps you and others By Annette Pinder Each year Western New Yorkers protect themselves against influenza, but this year it is more important than ever. As we continue to confront the COVID-19 pandemic,
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What’s the Problem with Gambling? Legal gambling is more accessible than ever before. While many people can enjoy occasional gambling responsibly, many others are vulnerable to problem gambling. According to the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), nearly 668,000 New York adults
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What’s for Dinner? By Annette Pinder This year, Federal Meats is celebrating its 90-year anniversary. Few people know about the array of choices available at Federal, which includes meat, poultry, casseroles, sides, fresh and frozen entrees and more. I certainly didn’t know how much Federal had to
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Ways for Seniors to Stay Safe and Active during COVID (BPT) – Seniors are among the most vulnerable demographic groups when it comes to contracting COVID-19. However, SilverSneakers®, the nation’s leading community fitness program designed for older adults, finds that many are not getting the exercise
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COVID-19 and Vitamin D Evidence suggests possible positive effects By Sherry Verostko-Slazak ANP-BC and Marlene Rogers FNP-BC It is well known that Vitamin D plays an important role in developing and maintaining healthy bones and teeth. However, Vitamin D is also important in supporting our immune
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Virtual Volunteering Opportunities Volunteerism is the life blood of charitable organizations. Many cannot function effectively without volunteers campaigning for their efforts, handling day-to-day activities, and serving in other essential capacities. During the pandemic, nonprofit organizations have been affected by social distancing recommendations. It’s challenging to lend
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Tori Brooks’ Braided Bread a pandemic favorite! Ingredients: 4 cups bread flour, divided 2 tsp active dry yeast 2 tbsp sugar ½ cup water ½ cup milk 2 tbsp butter, diced 2 tsp salt 3 eggs, lightly beaten Plus: 1 egg yolk mixed with a few
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Think Creatively to Spread Holiday Joy from Anywhere (BPT) COVID-19 restrictions will make the 2020 holiday season different this year, but that doesn’t mean you have to become a Grinch. While extensive travel, large group gatherings, and many traditional activities can’t happen, there are imaginative ways
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