IGH CNY 226 October 18

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Meet Your Doctor

CNYHEALTH.COM

OCTOBER 2018 • ISSUE 226

WOMEN’S HEALTH

Urologist Po N. Lam is on his way to perform his 1,500th robotic surgery in CNY, more than any other surgeon in the region, he says

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Five things you have to know about it

SPECIAL ISSUE

n Sports concussions: Much worse for women n Vaginal rejuvenation: FDA cautions about procedure n Are urinary tract infections a part of your life? n Cancer survivor: Paying it forward PLUS: Breast Cancer Awareness Month See stories starting on page 20

Why some people catch a cold and others don’t n Related: Savvy Senior: Which flu shot is right for you

$169,330

That’s the annual average salary for certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNA). The job growth within the career is projected at 31 percent, nearly twice that of registered nurses

Upstate’s Uninsured Rate Remains at Historic Low

RAISING KIDS Counseling and psychological services professor at SUNY Oswego just published a book on how to raise wll behaved kids. Page 13

Acorn Squash Acorn squash, of all the winter squashes, has many of the most important vitamins we need. See SmartBites inside

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Handy Tool or Bacteria Haven? Tips on how to sanitize one of the filthiest items in your home. Yes, the kitchen sponge.

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