Monthly Archives: March 2015

What is Health?

By Indu Gupta, MD, MPH Onondaga County Health Commissioner Everyone uses the word “Health” every day irrespective of age, sex, gender, race, nationality, occupation, species, environment, and even in the context of non-living concept of money. So what is health? The answers vary. From healthy habits to the sense of relief that comes with being… Read more >

Make the Right Choice and Get Screened for Colorectal Cancer

If you’re age 50 or older and haven’t been screened for colorectal cancer, now is your time! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 3 adults ages 50-75 years are not getting tested for colorectal cancer as recommended.  Screening can find polyps so they can be removed before turning into… Read more >