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After a Childhood Marked by Severe Scoliosis, Kyphosis and Over 40 Surgeries, a Complex Spinal Operation Gives a College Student a New Life
When extreme curvature of his spine made Corbin Mock’s future uncertain, the Texas teen and his family turned to experts at Och Spine at NewYork-Presbyterian, hoping one day he might live a life free from additional spine surgery.
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.
Childhood IllnessMeasles is Spreading: What to Know About the Symptoms and the Vaccine
With more than 2,300 measles cases this year alone, a pediatric infectious disease physician shares how to protect yourself from the virus and what to do if you’ve been exposed.
Mental Health7 Psychologist-Approved Ways to Cope with Overstimulation
A psychologist explains what’s happening inside the brain when you're overstimulated, common triggers, and the most useful tips for preventing it.
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Orthopedic Surgery
Podcast: How Can You Protect Your Joints?
An orthopedic surgeon explains joint health, breaks down common joint conditions, and shares practical tips for protecting our joints as we age.
Rheumatology
Podcast: What is Inflammation, and Why Does it Matter for Your Health?
A rheumatologist explains inflammation and offers evidence-based medical and lifestyle strategies to help reduce inflammation and support long-term health.
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.
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.
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Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
What’s the Right Way To Wear a Backpack?
As kids go back to school, an orthopedic surgeon explains how to wear and pack a backpack to prevent back pain.
Anxiety
How To Stop Biting Your Nails
A psychologist and a dermatologist explain what causes nail biting, the health risks associated with it, and tips to quit.
Vitamins And Supplements
Castor Oil: Myths and Facts
Castor oil is being used for everything from eye health and hair growth to labor induction and cramps — experts break down how this natural product can be safely used and what to avoid.
Vitamins And Supplements
Supplements and Multivitamins: Are They Necessary?
An integrative medicine expert offers advice on how to navigate the world of supplements and multivitamins and helps answer the question: Do they help or hurt your health?
Childhood Nutrition
How to Manage a Peanut Allergy
A pediatric allergy specialist explains what to know about a peanut allergy, including how it is diagnosed and the treatments on the horizon.
Childhood Nutrition
5 Benefits of Breastfeeding for You and Your Baby
A breastfeeding expert and pediatrician explains the health benefits of breastfeeding, both for babies and nursing parents.
Skincare
Skin and Hair Changes Over Time: A Dermatologist Shares Tips on How to Handle Every Stage
From oily skin to thinning hair, a dermatologist breaks down the changes to expect throughout puberty, pregnancy, and menopause — and what you can do to navigate them.