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Title: UCHC Events: Bronx High School of Visual Arts Student Resource Fair

UCHC joined Bronx High School of Visual Arts for their annual Resource Fair.  Students had the opportunity to partake in volleyball, hula hoops, tennis, painting, and photo booths. In addition, the UCHC outreach team provided students, staff and community members, information on UCHC services along with free blood pressure and…

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UCHC Live: How to Relieve Symptoms During Allergy Season

In the Bronx, many of our patients experience severe discomfort during allergy season. On this segment of UCHC Live expert Allergist and Optometrist shares her tips on how to care for itchy eyes, runny nose, and sinus congestion. Join our discussion on allergies. The doctors…

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UCHC and SHARE Report: The Connection Between Breast and Cervical Cancer

UCHC partnered with SHARE Cancer Support to share findings on the connection between breast and cervical cancer. Experts shared information on risk factors, screenings, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, stages and types, treatments, clinical trials, and genetics.

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Title: UCHC Live: Behind the Scenes – Speech Pathology and Voice Laboratory

In observance of Better Speech and Hearing Month, UCHC’s Director of Speech Pathology & Voice Laboratory and Director of Audiology talk about the innovative therapies and exercises available to help patients with hearing and speech disorders.  In this episode, viewers also hear a stroke patient’s recovery story. Take a UCHC…

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UCHC Events: Better Hearing and Speech Month

UCHC’s expert Audiologists, and Speech and Language Pathologists brought awareness about communication disorders and the role of UCHC specialty departments in providing life-altering treatment. The team discussed treatment options available for those that are not able to speak, hear, or interpret the daily activities that are essential to growth.

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UCHC Brings Depression and Anxiety Screenings to the Bronx

UCHC’s Behavioral Health team hosted a two-day depression and anxiety screening event in observance of Mental Health Month. Participants learned how to identify and manage symptoms related to depression and anxiety. Behavioral Health providers were on stand-by to assist any patient who presented as someone struggling with depression or anxiety…

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UCHC Live: In the Kitchen with Chef Wilson and New York Common Pantry

UCHC Live brought viewers a flavorful segment featuring New York Common Pantry (NYCP) and Chef Wilson. Chef Wilson and the team from NYCP cooked One Pan Mexican Quinoa, a recipe tailored to women’s health. In addition, NYCP also talked about their mission to reduce hunger and food insecurity through their…

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UCHC Live: Let’s Talk about Mental Health

In recognition of Mental Health Month, UCHC Behavioral Health Director Mildred Casiano lead a panel discussion on how to combat the stigmas surrounding mental health. Behavioral health panelists discussed the various therapies and supports available to UCHC patients. Watch the full segment en Español here. Panelists included Mildred Casiano (Director…

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Technology & Public Health Series

UCHC invited patients to learn how the health center is using technology to improve health outcomes. UCHC explained the benefits of its new online Patient Portal, such as requesting and viewing appointments, accessing test results, communicating privately with your providers, and paying or viewing bills. Medly Pharmacy sponsored the event…

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UCHC Partners with NYPCC to Improve Parents’ Mental Health and Wellness

UCHC and New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center (NYPCC) hosted a parenting workshop series, which focused on daily familial stressors and communication. Participants learned tips on how to foster healthy relationships at home, as well as create a peaceful environment for their children.

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