How Is the Omicron Variant Affecting Children?
Roberto Posada, MD, Professor of Pediatrics, explains why the Omicron variant is not more dangerous to children and how parents and guardians can protect kids.
Why Vaccination Is Critical to Protect Your Child From COVID-19
Roberto Posada, MD, explains vaccine safety and why vaccinating—and, if eligible, boosting—your child is a critical step in avoiding COVID-19.
How to Stay Safe as the Omicron Variant Spreads in New York
Bernard Camins, MD, Medical Director for Infection Prevention, discusses how to stay safe in your day to day routine and clarifies new CDC guidelines.
What to Do If You Test Positive for COVID-19
With the rise of the highly contagious Omicron variant, more and more people are testing positive for COVID-19, even those who have diligently taken all precautions throughout the pandemic. There’s not necessarily cause for alarm. The Omicron variant, though far more...
Eight Key Takeaways About the Omicron Variant
With so much news about the Omicron variant, it can be hard to keep track of the latest developments. So here are eight key takeaways from the experts at Mount Sinai. Booster Shots are Crucial Protect yourself and those around you with the vaccines. If you have...
How to Stay Active Indoors When the Weather Turns Colder
When temperatures are falling and you’re spending most of your time inside, there are still ways to get some exercise without leaving your home or apartment. In as little as 10 minutes you can achieve some benefits, such as improving your heart and bone health. Even...
Picking the Right Foods Can Help You Lower Your “Bad” Cholesterol
Everyone knows high cholesterol is not good. High cholesterol often leads to atherosclerosis, or plaque buildup on the inner walls of your arteries, which can block the flow of blood and is a major contributing factor to heart disease, stroke, and peripheral vascular...
How Safe Is Travel This Holiday Season?
Infectious disease expert Daniel Caplivski, MD, explains what you need to know about protecting yourself while travelling this holiday season.
How to Attend Large Events Safely—Both Indoors and Outside
As more and more venues open up for entertainment or sporting events, you may be wondering how safe it is to attend. One thing for sure: In the wake of the news about the Omicron variant, experts say it is more important than ever to follow CDC guidelines for...