Advancing Skin Health in People With Down Syndrome: A New Clinical Trial Seeks Participants
Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Columbia University Medical Center are conducting a pioneering study to evaluate potential treatments for inflammatory skin diseases in people with Down syndrome. They aim to set new standard-of-care...
Could My Hair Loss Be Alopecia?
Hair loss—called alopecia areata—can be upsetting. If it affects you, you may feel as if you’re the only one, but it’s more common than you think. In this Q&A, Benjamin Ungar, MD, Director of the Alopecia Center of Excellence at Mount Sinai, explains the...
The Pros and Cons of Daylight Saving Time for Your Health
Every March, on the second Sunday, we turn the clocks ahead one hour to begin daylight saving time, which gives us one more hour of light during the evening when the weather is warmest. And every November, on the first Sunday, we turn the clocks back to resume...
Worried About CTE? What to Know About Risk, Symptoms, and Diagnosis
You may have heard about chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a brain disease linked to repeated hits to the head. CTE has been found in some former NFL players and others who had repeated head impacts. If you or a family member played contact sports, you may...
What to Know About mFlusiva, the New mRNA Flu Vaccine
For the first time, adults age 50 and older in the United States can get an mRNA flu vaccine. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved mFlusiva®, the first mRNA flu vaccine, in August 2026. Moderna makes mFlusiva. It uses the same basic vaccine technology...
What Are the Signs My Loved One Could Have Dementia?
As your loved one gets older, they may experience slower thinking, difficulty with names, and forgetfulness. But how can you tell the difference between normal age-related changes and those caused by dementia? Dementia includes a range of disorders, including...
How Much Do You Know About Prostate Cancer? Take the Quiz
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men, affecting about one in eight men in their lifetime. Knowing the facts about prostate cancer can help reduce your risk. Take the quiz below, then click “Done” to see your score and correct answers. This quiz...
Who Is at Risk of Postpartum Psychosis—and Is It Treatable?
Having a baby can turn your world upside down. Many new mothers experience a feeling of sadness that may last for a few weeks and go away on its own. And about one in eight women reported signs of a more significant postpartum depression, according to the Centers for...
GLP-1 Medications Explained: What You Should Know
GLP-1 medications are now a major topic in health care and the news. These drugs can help people manage type 2 diabetes and lose weight. Researchers are also studying how they may help with other health problems. What are GLP-1 medications? How do they work? What...