Health

Haverstraw, NY – As October nears its end, the Village of Haverstraw is bidding adieu to its beloved Farmers’ Market. The market has been a Sunday staple, running from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. just outside Village Hall. In this final stretch of October, both residents and visitors are urged to make the most of […]

Haverstraw, NY – The Village of Haverstraw welcomes October with the return of its beloved Farmers’ Market. Occurring every Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., this local marketplace sets up shop outside Village Hall. Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to take advantage of the October weekends to explore the diverse offerings available at […]

Guest blog post by B. Kern Medicare, the federal health insurance program for people aged 65 and older, can often seem like a maze of options and choices. With various parts and plans, understanding Medicare can be daunting. Here, we’ll break down the basics of Medicare to help you navigate its intricacies. Medicare Choices MEDICARE […]

Get The Facts and Get Screened! NEW CITY, NY, – During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Rockland County Executive Ed Day and County Health Commissioner Dr. Patricia Schnabel Ruppert inform residents that the American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends starting colorectal cancer screening at age 45 for people at average risk of colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is cancer […]

NEW CITY, NY, – Rockland County Executive Ed Day and County Health Commissioner Dr. Patricia Schnabel Ruppert announce the closure of the COVID-19 call center after 3 years in operation. The COVID-19 call centers’ last day of operation will be Tuesday, February 28, 2023. After this date, residents can get COVID-19 information and make COVID-19 vaccine appointments by […]