COVID-19: One Year Later
On this day last year, the first COVID-19 positive patient was seen at Cornerstone’s Kaplan Family Pavilion in Newburgh. Today, we observe a day of remembrance and reflection on the enormous challenges we faced as a Community Health Center and the remarkable work of those on the front lines who rose to meet them. Below […]
Cornerstone Family Healthcare Begins Vaccinating Staff for COVID-19
CORNWALL, N.Y. (December 23, 2020) – Cornerstone Family Healthcare is pleased to announce that it has started administering its first doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to its staff on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at the Kaplan Family Pavilion in Newburgh, N.Y. The first doses of the vaccine were given to Dr. Alban Burke, Chief […]
8 Things to Know about the U.S. COVID-19 Vaccination Program
Now that there are authorized and recommended vaccines to prevent COVID-19 in the United States, here are 8 things you need to know about the new COVID-19 Vaccination Program and COVID-19 vaccines. 1. The safety of COVID-19 vaccines is a top priority. The U.S. vaccine safety system ensures that all vaccines are as safe as […]
COVID-19: Thoughts from the Frontline
Blog by Robert Hixon, BSN,RN, AEC, Lead Nurse Primary & Preventative Care The coming of winter in the northeast is evidenced by gray skies, falling temperatures and a chilling wind. These changes often encourage us to retreat back into the warmth and safety of our homes. However, this winter, much like this entire past year, […]
8 Ways to Get Healthcare When You Don’t Have Insurance
Between the years of 2017 and 2018, the number of Americans without health insurance increased in eight states. As if that wasn’t bad enough, the pandemic has now left millions more without insurance. What can you do if you’re one of them and need to see a doctor? There are several options to get healthcare […]
What You Need to Know for the 2020-21 School Year
Tips for a Smooth Transition Back to School Dr. Alicia Pointer, Chief of Pediatrics at Cornerstone Family Healthcare, was a guest on WALL Radio Wednesday, September 16, 2020. During her interview, Dr. Pointer shared advice on getting kids back to school safely – whether they are learning from home, in a school building or a hybrid of both. […]
The ABCs of Back to School Physicals
It’s hard to believe that we’re already planning for kids to head back to school. While the 2020-20201 school year may be a little different than before, one things remains the same – the importance of your child’s annual back-to-school physical exam. We recommend that your child receives an annual wellness checkup every year, even […]
Dr. Angela Hulse on WALL Radio – June 26, 2020
Dr. Angela Hulse, Medical Director of Cornerstone Family Healthcare, was a guest on WALL Radio Friday, June 26, 2020. During her interview with morning show DJ, Van Ritshie, Dr. Hulse discussed: – Signs and symptoms of Lyme Disease – The importance of routine well-child and vaccine visits to keep children healthy and avoid preventable diseases […]
Cornerstone Offers COVID-19 & Antibody IgG Testing at Pop-Up Sites in City of Newburgh
CORNWALL, N.Y. (May 13, 2020) – Cornerstone Family Healthcare will deploy one of its mobile health vans into the City of Newburgh to offer additional COVID-19 testing for active infections and antibody testing for past infections. This effort, in partnership with the City of Newburgh, will expand access to testing to those most impacted in […]
Flu Season – What You Need to Know
Provider Blog by Avi Silber, MD, FAAP, Cheif Medical Officer Yes, it’s that time again – flu season is here! Learn how you can prepare for the flu this season in the following article. What is the flu? The flu (or influenza) is an extremely contagious virus that is known for causing a respiratory […]
