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New Non-Fiction Book: PRACTICAL OPTIMISM by Sue Varma, MD

by Barbara Ficarra February 19, 2024February 19, 2024 Comments Off on New Non-Fiction Book: PRACTICAL OPTIMISM by Sue Varma, MD

This is a short sneak peek at a wonderful new non-fiction book Practical Optimism: The Art, Science, and Practice of Exceptional Well-Being by Sue Varma, MD. The release date is 2/20/24 by Penguin Random House. Thank you Avery for the advanced copy. I couldn’t put it down! I can’t wait for you to dive into the 8 Pillars of Practical Optimism! I had the pleasure and honor of meeting Dr. Varma years ago at a…
Can Cultivating Strong Friendships Create a Happy and Healthier Life?

by Barbara Ficarra July 25, 2023July 25, 2023 0

By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA Do you ever think about how important your friendships are for your health and well-being? You may not realize it, but your social bonds play a crucial role in promoting good health. Strong friendships are a source of joy, companionship, and connection. Investing in meaningful relationships with others can lead to better health and well-being. In this fast-paced and technologically advanced interconnected world we live in, the power of…

RN Uses the Media to Reach Larger Audience

RN Uses the Media to Reach Larger Audience Nursezone.com By Glenna Murdock, RN, contributor 2007 Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA has a lot to say and people are listening. Ficarra is the originator, producer, writer and host of Health-in-30, a 30-minute weekly radio program that airs live every Friday evening from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. EST, broadcast on WRCR-AM 1300 Radio Rockland (New York) and live online at www.wrcr.com. Each week her show addresses…

The Value of Exercise During Radiation Therapy for Breast and Prostate Cancer

By Carol L. Kornmehl, M.D, FACRO Complementary medicine integrates non-Western treatment methods into mainstream medical practice. Examples include light exercise, guided imagery, massage, yoga, reiki, tai chi, acupuncture, music therapy, and art therapy. In the oncology area, these modalities can help to reduce side effects and thereby enhance a person’s physical and/or emotional tolerance to treatment. People thus feel better during what might otherwise be a very difficult period of cancer treatment. Fatigue is a…

The Open Center Live Remote Broadcast in Soho

The Open Center Live Remote Broadcast in Soho – 83 Spring Street New York, NY – This Week on Health in 30 with Barbara Ficarra Tune in this Friday, February 16th, Health in 30 is going on location to the Open Center in New York City for a live remote broadcast! Set your dial to WRCR AM 1300 Radio Rockland or go to Healthin30.com (click on the WRCR logo) or WRCR.com to listen live! Joining…

Spectacular Health…Krista Watterworth Expert Designer and Host of HGTV’s

Tips on Making the Bathroom as Romantic as Possible for the Arrival of St. Valentines! By Krista Watterworth Host & Designer on HGTV’s “Save My Bath” Now on Primetime Fridays at 9:30 p.m. EST Valentine’s Day is here and love is in the air. This year why not make the spirit of St. Valentine last by turning your boring bathroom into an enchanting love nest? Aside from the bedroom, the bathroom is the most intimate…

Travel Info You Need to Know to Keep You Healthy and Safe

Tune in on Friday, February 9th at 5:30 p.m. EST on WRCR AM 1300 Radio Rockland, ER Physician and Insurance Company Consultant, Elif Oker, M.D. will join Barbara Ficarra to talk about pre-travel planning; from putting together the perfect travel health kit to safety issues while at your destination. Click to read Travel Emergencies: Be Prepared Before You Go by Elif E. Oker, M.D.