Can Surgery Fix My Cleft Nasal Deformity?
Patients with cleft lip with or without cleft palate undergo reconstructive surgery early in life—but a majority will need further surgery to address the resultant functional and aesthetic deformity of the nose that becomes evident over time. Cleft rhinoplasty can...
What Is the Best Sunscreen and Skincare Routine for Me?
As spring turns into summer, people become more aware of protecting their skin from environmental factors like the sun and pollution. However, taking care of your skin and finding the right sunscreen is important to consider year round. In this Q&A, Helen He, MD,...
Why It’s Important for AAPI Communities to Be Vigilant About Breast and Colon Cancer Screening
As the country celebrates the cultural diversity of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in May for Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, it is time for a reminder for members of those communities to keep up with their cancer screenings....
What Is the Difference Between Hepatitis C and Hepatitis B?
Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver—an organ we depend on to digest nutrients, filter blood, and overcome infection. There are many different types of hepatitis, including hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E, with symptoms that include fever, abdominal pain, nausea,...
Is the Sore in My Mouth an Oral Lesion?
Have you noticed a wound in your mouth that is not healing? Maybe you also noticed it has a bump or area that seems unnaturally firm to the touch? If these symptoms sound familiar to you, you may have an oral lesion. In this Q&A, Mohemmed Nazir Khan, MD, an...
Can Exercise Improve My Mental Health?
Exercise is great for your body—and your mind. When you engage in any physical activity, your brain releases “feel-good” chemicals (dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphins) that boost your mood. In addition, forming long-term exercise habits can reduce your risk...
Celebrating Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month: Why Diversity Matters in Health Care
Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, also known as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, is observed in May in the United States. It celebrates the culture and historical contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI)...
Bird Flu: What You Need to Know Now
You may have seen recent news reports about the bird flu virus and the possibility that this virus could affect humans and our food supply, notably with milk from cows. Government health officials say there is no reason for concern, and experts at Mount Sinai agree....
What You Should Know About Vocal Strain
Do you ever find that you’re feeling a tightness in your voice that won’t go away, or pain or tenderness? Or feel almost as if you have food caught in your throat? You may be experiencing vocal strain. Vocal strain is relatively common and could be caused by a wide...