Spike in Influenza, COVID-19, and Other Respiratory Illnesses Can Lead to Rise in Cardiovascular Complications
Mount Sinai cardiologists are warning about the risk of heart problems this winter. With a recent surge in influenza, COVID-19, and other respiratory viruses, it’s critical to pay close attention to your heart—especially if you have heart disease or the risk factors...
What Is BPH, and Why Do Older Men Need to Know About It?
If you are an older guy and have been going to a doctor for regular checkups, you probably know something about the prostate. The prostate is a part of the male reproductive system. It is about the size of a walnut and located just below your bladder. It surrounds the...
A Simple Guide to Better Heart Health
Heart disease is one of the most significant public health concerns in the United States, affecting men, women, and all racial and ethnic groups, with some populations disproportionally affected. There’s really no secret to better heart health. If you’re wondering...
Ask the Doc: What Is Cervical Cancer and What Is the Connection to HPV?
Cervical cancer is a malignancy that originates in the lower part of the uterus, the part that dilates when you are having a baby. Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is the primary cause of cervical cancer. Common symptoms of cervical cancer include abnormal...
How Do I Create a Weight Loss Program That Works for Me?
In theory, losing weight should be simple—burn more calories than you eat. But in real life, old habits and busy schedules often get in the way, and losing weight—and keeping it off—is hard. Whether you choose to lose weight on your own or with help from weight loss...
What Can I Do About This Cough?
Coughs can take days or even weeks to go away. While a stubborn cough is annoying and sometimes even painful, it is your body’s natural way of clearing out harmful irritants and secretions—but that doesn’t mean you have to be uncomfortable or lose sleep. In this...
Patients Can Now Order Movies, Video Chat With Family, Access Translation Services, and More at Mount Sinai West
Mount Sinai West has launched an innovative, in-room patient digital experience called MyRoom Connect, which is now available on the postpartum units. MyRoom Connect, the first of its kind at the Mount Sinai Health System, is an interactive system designed to enhance...
What Are “Forever Chemicals,” and Can I Avoid Them?
You may have been hearing a lot lately about “forever chemicals,” or PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), so called for their ability to stay in the body and environment for years and resist breakdown. In this Q&A, Shelley H. Liu, PhD, Associate Professor...
Giving Thanks and Helping Kids Express Gratitude
With the holiday season upon us, it’s that time of year when we take a moment to reflect and give thanks for the wonderful blessings in our lives. We gather with family and friends to feast and celebrate, and we express our gratitude through acts of kindness and...