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Seasonal Allergies
Spring Is Here: Here's What to Know About Seasonal Allergies
An ear, nose and throat doctor explains why allergy season is getting worse and how to manage seasonal allergy symptoms.
COVID-19What to Know About the New COVID Variant BA 3.2 (Cicada)
A pediatric infectious disease expert shares information on the Cicada variant, the latest COVID strain spreading in the U.S., and whether children are more at risk of infection.
Infectious DiseasesThe Lone Star Tick: What to Know About the Tick that Causes a Red Meat Allergy
An expert explains how a tick bite can cause a meat allergy and what to watch for if you’ve been bitten by the lone star tick.
Women's HealthWhat To Eat During Your Period: Foods That Help Reduce Cramps and Foods To Avoid
An expert explains what causes menstrual cramps and what you can eat to get relief.
Patient StoriesSaving Finnley: How a Team at NewYork-Presbyterian Saved a Baby and Gave a Family a Future Full of Hope
With a large mass growing in Finnley’s neck and chest and threatening to block his airway before he was born, specialists performed a rare EXIT procedure, partially delivering the baby and immediately beginning lifesaving treatment.
Childhood IllnessFever in Children: What to Know and When to Worry
A pediatric infectious diseases expert explains how parents can best treat a fever in young kids and when it’s time to seek care.
Mental HealthUnderstanding the Difference Between Bipolar and Borderline Personality Disorder
Learn the differences between these two disorders, how to spot the signs of each, and the recommended treatments.
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Endocrinology
Podcast: Can Biohacking Reverse the Aging Process?
A endocrinologist explains the habits that support healthspan and what the science tells us about biohacks, such as trackers and trendy supplements.
Brain Health
Podcast: Does Alcohol Change Your Brain?
A neurologist explains what really happens in your brain when you drink alcohol — and the long-term effects over a lifetime.
Mental Health
Podcast: How Should I Manage A Relationship with a Narcissist?
A psychiatrist explains narcissistic personality disorder, and offers strategies for managing relationships with narcissists.
Digestive Health
Podcast: Can Supplements Harm Your Liver
A hepatologist discusses the risks and benefits of dietary supplements, including how they may impact the liver.
Diet
Podcast: What's The Difference Between High Fructose Corn Syrup And Cane Sugar
A clinical nutritionist and an obesity specialist discuss the health effects of sweeteners like high-fructose corn syrup and cane sugar.
Latest Stories
Menopause
5 Reasons to See a Gynecologist After 50
An OB-GYN explains why annual gynecological check-ups remain important for women as they get older.
Anxiety
Panic Attack or Heart Attack? How to Tell the Difference
A cardiologist and psychiatrist explain the differences between panic attack and heart attack symptoms and how you can reduce your risk for both.
Infectious Diseases
What is Sepsis?
An infectious disease expert explains how sepsis develops, why catching it early is critical, and the potential for AI to help diagnosis it.
COVID-19
What to Know About the New COVID Variant BA 3.2 (Cicada)
A pediatric infectious disease expert shares information on the Cicada variant, the latest COVID strain spreading in the U.S., and whether children are more at risk of infection.
Ear, Nose and Throat
Podcast: Why Allergies Happen and How to Find Relief
An otolaryngologist breaks down what hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, really is: an overreaction of the immune system to harmless triggers like pollen, pet dander, and dust.
Digestive Conditions
Everything You Need to Know About IBS
A gastroenterologist breaks down the symptoms, causes, and treatments for irritable bowel syndrome.
Memory Disorders
What to Know About Caffeine and Brain Health
A neurologist explains a recent study which found that moderate caffeine consumption reduces the risk of dementia.
Heart Disease
The Role of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Heart Disease Prevention
A cardiologist explains how omega-3 fatty acids protect the heart and the best ways to incorporate them into your diet.
Digestive Health
Podcast: Gut Health, Fiber, and the Microbiome, Explained
A gastroenterologist breaks down how the gut works—and what you can do to keep it healthy.
Heart Surgery
What Is an Aortic Aneurysm and When Is It an Emergency?
A cardiac surgeon explains the risk factors, monitoring and life-saving treatment for this silent condition.