How Too Much Screen Time Can Affect Your Child’s Eyes
Myopia, or near sightedness, is on the rise among young people. One reason is that in today’s digital age, screens and devices are a larger part of children’s lives. When children spend extended periods focusing on screens, books, or other nearby objects, their eyes...
How Nutrition and Digestive Health Affect Fertility and Pregnancy
If you’re thinking about becoming pregnant, you probably have a lot of questions. Conceiving not only means timing ovulation; it also requires understanding how medications, nutrition, and digestive health may influence your fertility. “Fertility is closely tied to...
She Didn’t Think Much of the Pain in Her Jaw, But She Was Having a Heart Attack: Doctors Say Don’t Ignore Your Symptoms
When Jessica Rodriguez, 55, experienced sudden, severe jaw pain one evening, she assumed it was related to recent dental work. But as the pain worsened overnight, she trusted her instincts and sought emergency care—a decision that saved her life. At Mount Sinai...
Why You Should Have an Annual Physical Exam
Have you been putting off that annual physical exam? It may seem odd to see a doctor when you’re feeling well, but a physical exam—or wellness visit—can help prevent or catch health issues early. “The annual visit is more than just a checkup,” says Marissa Pedro, DO,...
How Much Do You Know About Colorectal Cancer? Take the Quiz
Colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States for both men and women under the age of 50. There are many misconceptions about the disease, and knowing the facts can help you fight it. Can you separate myth from fact? Take the quiz...
Preventing HIV and Maintaining Your Sexual Health
Today, there are many options to prevent HIV, enjoy an active sex life, and maintain your sexual health. “Being informed and seeing your health care provider regularly is your best defense against most sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV,” says Todd...
How to Help Kids When Their Parents Are Facing a Cancer Diagnosis
When a parent is facing a cancer diagnosis, children need support too. In fact, research has shown that when a parent is diagnosed with cancer, one of their primary concerns is the well being of their children. Mount Sinai’s Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy team...
What Are the Benefits of the New GLP-1 Weight Loss Pills?
GLP-1 weight loss medications, which includes Wegovy®, Ozempic®, and Zepbound®, are powerful drugs that help people who are obese or overweight to lose weight. Obesity is a chronic condition that affects about 40 percent of people in the United States, according to...
Colorectal Cancer Is Rising Among Younger People. Here’s What We Know.
Colorectal cancer (cancers of the colon and rectum) is now the leading cause of cancer death in the United States for both men and women under the age of 50. In 2018, the American Cancer Society changed their screening recommendation from age 50 to 45 because of the...