Spring has sprung, and we are all eager to head outdoors and enjoy the warmer weather. However, for people with allergies, this often isn’t possible without sniffling, sneezing, and itchy eyes. Whether it’s tree pollen, weeds, pets, or mold, we need to understand what’s causing our allergies and how to keep them under control.What’s Making You Sneeze?Pollen grains are the tiny cells ...

On February 2, 2024, Sun River Health, a network of Federally Qualified Health Centers throughout the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island, was awarded Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centered Care by Planetree International, the global leader in advancing person-centered health care solutions. The highest level of certification offered by Planetree International, ...

Sun River Health held a ribbon cutting ceremony at their new health center known as Sun River Health New Rochelle on Friday, December 8. Congressman Jamaal Bowman, County Legislator George Latimer, City Councilmember Shane Osinloye, Dr. Corey Reynolds, the New Rochelle Superintendent of Schools, and representatives from many New Rochelle community organizations, including the Lexington ...

Sun River Health will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony at their new health center known as Sun River Health New Rochelle on Friday, December 8. Refreshments will be served at 2pm, with remarks and the ribbon cutting following at 2:30pm. Press and the public are welcome. Located at 14 Lawton Street, this state-of-the-art health center brings the high-quality primary and preventive care ...

The Reverend Jeannette J. Phillips, a powerful force for change in community health care, died on Tuesday evening, surrounded by loved ones, after a lifetime of distinguished service. A visionary leader, pastor, Community Health Center network founder, and the matriarch of a large and growing family, she helped guide the emergence of patient-led community health care in New York State ...

Chest pain can be scary. While the pain may be caused by heart problems – and if so, you should immediately go to the emergency room – there are also many other potential causes, including problems stemming from muscles, nerves, the esophagus, lungs, or ribs.Potential CausesMost often, chest pain manifests as either a sharp, stabbing or dull, aching sensation. If you feel a squeezing or ...

Sun River Health will celebrate National Health Center Week 2023 by hosting a community event on Friday, August 11 from 11am to 4pm at Sun River Health Jeannette J. Phillips, located at 1037 Main Street in Peekskill. This community event is free and open to all, and will include live music/DJ, food trucks, children’s activities, free health screenings, and much more.Occurring every ...

Summer is here, and it’s time to head to the beach, gear up for sports, and enjoy the outdoors! At this time of year, it’s more important than ever to remember to keep these sun safety tips in mind.Care for Your SkinOverexposure to the sun can result in health complications, including skin cancer. Remember these sun safety tips as you and your family spend time outside this summer:Take ...

It isn’t always clear why some people have asthma and others do not. What we do know, however, is that it’s probably due to a combination of environment and genetics. Asthma can’t be cured, but its symptoms can be controlled.What is Asthma?Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus. This makes breathing difficult, and triggers coughing, wheezing, ...

Spring has sprung, and we are all eager to head outdoors and enjoy the warmer weather. However, for people with allergies, this often isn’t possible without sniffling, sneezing, and itchy eyes. Whether it’s tree pollen, weeds, pets, or mold, we need to understand what’s causing our allergies and how to keep them under control.What’s Making You Sneeze?Pollen grains are the tiny cells ...