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Can Smoking Cause Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Yes… and there is so much evidence! Research studies show a strong link between smoking and autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.   Autoimmune diseases are a group of disorders caused by the immune system’s lack of self-control.  The immune system is designed to attack foreign invaders to the body such as bacteria, viruses, […]

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Hudson Valley Parent – Favorite Docs & Healthcare Professionals!

Each year Hudson Valley Parent Magazine asks its readers to nominate their favorite doctors and healthcare providers in the Hudson Valley. We are happy to announce that 8 of our providers have been named – Hudson Valley Parent – Favorite Docs & Healthcare Professionals! Congratulations to: Dr. Parvaneh Borojeni (Pediatrics),  Dr. Christopher Bromley (Podiatry), Dr. […]

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The Prediabetes Epidemic

Without intensive early intervention, up to 30 percent of those with prediabetes will progress to type 2 diabetes within five years of their diagnosis. Diabetes is an all too common chronic disease. In 2012, 12.4 percent of the population over the age of 20 had diabetes.  Incidence of the disease rises with age: by 2014, […]

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