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Perennial runner Bob Bluey gears up for the 45th Boilermaker

With thousands of running races held each year in the United States, Robert (Bob) Bluey has no trouble choosing his favorite, the Boilermaker 15K Road Race in Utica, NY. At the age of 72, Bob is part of a very ...
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Well-child visits over summer break:  Book them now!

It’s not too early to arrange the medical and dental visits your kids will need over the summer break from ...
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CDC says Black Americans targeted by makers of menthol cigarettes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has proposed new rules to ban the manufacture and sale of menthol cigarettes. But ...
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Using development tools to grow from intern to executive

When Melissa Gardner began her career with Excellus BlueCross BlueShield 18 years ago, she didn’t set out to become executive ...
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    Perennial runner Bob Bluey gears up for the 45th Boilermaker

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Healthy Tips & Tricks

11 Easy Snacks to Help You Sleep Better

December 1, 2018 / Erika Gruszewski / 5 Comments on 11 Easy Snacks to Help You Sleep Better

Super Easy Chicken Tacos Recipe

March 24, 2017 / Edward Byrnes / No Comments on Super Easy Chicken Tacos Recipe

Energizing PB Date Bites

March 16, 2017 / Erika Gruszewski / No Comments on Energizing PB Date Bites

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Healthy Quinoa Summer Salad

May 15, 2017 / Erika Gruszewski / No Comments on Healthy Quinoa Summer Salad

Freezer Meal: Prepare-ahead Chicken Parmesan

March 31, 2017 / Edward Byrnes / No Comments on Freezer Meal: Prepare-ahead Chicken Parmesan

Tasty Crock-Pot Beef Stroganoff

March 8, 2017 / Erika Gruszewski / No Comments on Tasty Crock-Pot Beef Stroganoff

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We know that a health and wellness blog can mean so many different things to people. For us at A Healthier Upstate, it means sharing health and wellness expertise, news and trends for every phase of life—from fertility and pregnancy to raising kids to end-of-life issues, while creating a network of support. We hope our educational resources, know-how and practical tips will help readers become the best version of themselves.

We look forward to growing a community of active readers who are excited to share in the journey to create a healthier upstate New York.

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