Three Things You May Not Know About Asthma
If you or someone you know has asthma, then you probably know what it can be like when asthma causes that wheezing, chest tightness, and coughing. In fact, more than 25 million people in the United States have asthma, and it is one of the most common and costly...
Questions to Ask Your Doctor About HPV-Related Oral Cancer
Did you know that the human papillomavirus (HPV) can cause cancers of the oropharynx (tongue, tonsils, and back of the throat), similar to how HPV causes cervical cancer? Most oral HPV infections can clear naturally without treatment. But if the virus persists in the...
Mount Sinai Morningside Launches Incidental Lung Nodule Program to Promote Early Diagnosis of Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is by far the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States accounting for about one in five cancer deaths. It is difficult to detect because there are often no symptoms in its earliest stages—only 16 percent of lung cancers in the United States are...
New Wireless Monitoring Technology Now Offers Patients a Better Birthing Experience at Mount Sinai West
Wireless technology has transformed virtually all aspects of our life, and now it is ready to transform the birthing and labor experience. Mount Sinai West recently launched advanced wireless monitoring technology that allows patients the freedom to safely move around...
Coping With Eye Strain: What Works and What Doesn’t?
Eye strain is a common condition that can affect people of all ages. It can be uncomfortable, but it’s normally not a serious condition. Many people cope with eye strain in different ways by making minor changes in their routines, such as adjusting lighting at home or...
How to Overcome Food Anxiety When You Have Inflammatory Bowel Disease
If you are one of the more than three million people in the United States living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), you are likely struggling with anxiety around food. Many living with IBD associate specific foods, or even whole food groups, with getting sick, and...
How You Can Manage Type 2 Diabetes
More than 37 million people in the United States have diabetes, and 90-95 percent of them have type 2 diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Type 2 diabetes occurs when your cells don’t respond normally to insulin, a hormone created by...
Should I Take a Genetic Cancer Test?
Knowing your genetic risks for cancer might seem scary. However, by taking a genetic cancer test, you will have even more peace of mind, because you will have a powerful tool to help prevent it. Stephanie Blank, MD, Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive...
Food Intolerance or Food Allergy? How to Spot the Symptoms and Get Help
Bloating, diarrhea, vomiting—these are just some of the unpleasant symptoms that food allergies and intolerances can trigger. It’s normal to experience stomach issues from time to time. But if you find yourself experiencing them on a regular basis, you may have...