Ask the Expert: A Conversation With Anna Barbieri, MD, Clinical Strategy Leader for the Carolyn Rowan Center for Women’s Health and Wellness
The new Carolyn Rowan Center for Women’s Health and Wellness exists to move women’s health care from fragmented encounters to coordinated, whole-person care. “We know every woman’s health journey is different,” says Anna Barbieri, MD, Clinical Strategy Leader at the...
A Tennis Lesson: My Friend Was Having a Stroke While We Played Tennis and Didn’t Know It
My friend recently had a stroke while we were playing tennis and didn’t know it. This may seem hard to believe. But it was confirmed after a visit to the Emergency Room, hours after we had stopped running around the court and smashing tennis balls. James, 62, is one...
Concerned About Aging? You’re Not Alone
Are you concerned about how you’ll remain healthy as you age? If so, you're not alone, and there’s something you can do about it. Many older New Yorkers are concerned about aging well and living a long, healthy life but most have never spoken to their physician about...
Your Spring Reset
Spring presents itself as an effortless season of renewal. The light lingers a little longer each evening, the air softens, and the world begins to stir back to life. But for many women, the shift into spring is rarely as seamless as it appears, according to experts...
A Psychologist’s Approach to Multiple Sclerosis Care
Multiple sclerosis (MS) can be a highly destabilizing diagnosis to receive, leading a person to question their identity, yearn for explanations, and reorient their worldview. “We have this belief in our society that we are in control of our lives. Unfortunately, MS...
What’s My Skin Cancer Risk? Take the Quiz
Did you know that skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States? There are more cases of skin cancer than all other cancers combined. Knowing the facts about skin cancer can help fight it. Take the quiz below, then click “Done” to see your score and...
How Can I Keep My Knees Strong as I Age?
Knee health depends on strength, movement, and managing stress on the joint. While aging can lead to muscle loss and cartilage wear, many knee problems—including pain and early arthritis—can be prevented or delayed with the right habits. In this Q&A, Alexis...
What a Cancer Specialist Says You Should Know About Stomach Cancer
Stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, occurs when cells in the lining of the stomach grow uncontrollably, forming tumors. Although it is one of the more aggressive cancers, there are new treatment options based on the stage of cancer and your genetic makeup....
Osteoporosis Prevention: How to Keep Your Bones Strong as You Age
Osteoporosis is a common disease caused by low bone density that increases your risk of a fracture. However, osteoporosis is often preventable with regular physical activity and getting enough calcium, vitamin D, and protein. But how exactly can you keep your bones...