New Study Explores Links Between Women’s Reproductive System and Mental Health Disorders
Both psychiatric disorders and disorders of the reproductive system are common in women of reproductive age. Often, they co-occur. “There is a lot of overlap between these two disease classes—but very little research into why that is,” says Nina Zaks, MS, Clinical...
The Importance of Affirming LGBTQ+ Health
Pride Month, which fell on June, was a time for celebration, reflection, and remembrance of LGBTQ+ struggles and achievements. Throughout the United States’ history, the LGBTQ+ community has faced various health challenges and inequities, from the HIV/AIDS epidemic in...
Is Swimmer’s Ear Causing Your Child’s Ear Pain?
It’s the time of year when you and your kids may head to the pool to beat the heat. But for some people, swimmer’s ear may ruin the fun. Aldo Londino, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Otolaryngology at the Mount Sinai Health System and Chief of the Division of...
What Are Uterine Fibroids and What Are the Treatment Options?
Uterine fibroids are very common, becoming more common as women age into their 30s and 40s. Fibroids are benign muscle knots or muscle tumors in the uterus, and they may or may not cause any symptoms depending on their size and their location. By age 50, between 20 to...
Kids and the Sun: Tips on Sunscreen and Treating Sunburn
With children, it’s never too early to start practicing good sun protection behaviors. In fact, exposure to ultraviolet radiation and a history of sunburns during childhood greatly increases your risk of developing skin cancer later in life. Nanette Silverberg, MD,...
Why Should I Be Concerned About Mpox Now?
Following a successful drive to get New Yorkers vaccinated against mpox—previously known as monkeypox—last summer, mpox cases in New York City waned just as quickly as they had spiked. The city declared an end to its outbreak in February this year. However, an uptick...
What Do I Need to Know About New Diabetes Medications?
Diabetes affects nearly 11 percent of the U.S. population. For people living with diabetes, they may be prescribed medication to help them manage their condition. Reshmi Srinath, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Bone Disease) at the...
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...