How Can I Reduce My Risk of Falling?
Falls are the leading cause of injury for older adults in the United States, with falls among adults 65 and older causing over 36,000 deaths in 2020, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Because falls put you at risk for severe injury and can...
How to Find an LGBTQ+ Experienced Medical Provider and Why That’s Important
It’s not uncommon for people to put off seeking medical care. The process can be stressful, especially if you feel your health care provider doesn’t really understand you and your special concerns. That can be even more true for some patients, such as those in the...
How Hearing Loss Can Lead to Depression and a Decline in Memory and Thinking
Hearing loss is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. In the United States, one in eight people over age 12, and more than 65 percent of individuals over 60 years old, experience hearing loss, according to the National Institutes of Health. The...
Mammograms Have Been in the News. Here’s What You Need to Know
Mammograms have been in the news lately, and it can sometimes be a bit confusing. But the guidance from Mount Sinai doctors remains unchanged and simple: You should start getting mammograms at age 40 and continue yearly. In this Q&A, Elisa Port, MD, FACS, Chief of...
Does My Orthopedic Condition Require Surgery?
Healing from an injury or chronic orthopedic condition can be challenging, and many patients are unsure about their options for recovery. For example, will your condition require physical therapy or surgery, and when is it necessary to see a specialist? In this...
How Can I Prevent Kidney Disease?
Your kidneys are vital organs that keep your blood clean and free of waste. When something goes wrong with your kidneys, you can develop serious health problems, which is why it is important to take steps to stop kidney disease before it develops. In this Q&A,...
Is Taking 10,000 Steps a Day Necessary for Optimal Health?
Taking a walk is an easy way to move your heart to better health. Some studies recommend walking as many as 10,000 steps a day; however, this may not be realistic for everyone. How many steps should you walk each day for optimal heart health, and what are some...
Ask the Doc: Do I Need to Be Concerned About Endometriosis?
Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of your uterus. Common symptoms include chronic pelvic pain, painful sexual function, infertility, and many others. Endometriosis may affect more than 11 percent of women between the...
Five Common Questions About Seasonal Allergies Answered
If you find yourself sneezing and wheezing each spring, then you probably have seasonal allergies. And you’re not alone. About one in four adults, and about one in five children have these allergies, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In...