What You Need to Know About Cholesteatoma, a Rare Growth in the Ear
Each year, nine out of 100,000 people are diagnosed with this rare ear condition that, if left untreated, can cause infection or facial paralysis.
How Can I Treat My Plantar Fasciitis?
Orthopedist Meghan Kelly, MD, provides at-home stretching tips that treat heel pain and advises on how to prevent developing the painful condition.
Should I Change My Skin Care Routine With the Seasons?
Dermatologist Angela J. Lamb, shares what you need to know about protecting your skin and how to have healthy, glowing skin year-round.
Vaccine Facts: No, the COVID-19 Vaccines Were Not Made Too Quickly
One of the many misconceptions that some have about the COVID-19 vaccines is that they were developed too quickly. In fact, all of the normal safety steps were followed in developing the vaccines, and they are helping to bring the pandemic to an end. In a roundtable...
Is It Safe to Eat That? — Debunking Pregnancy Dietary Myths
Obstetrician Valerie D. Lewis-Morris, MD, explains what to eat and what to avoid to ensure a healthy pregnancy.
My Heel Hurts. Is It Plantar Fasciitis?
Orthopedist Meghan Kelly, MD, explains why we experience this hard to pronounce condition and when you should see a doctor for your symptoms.
Is It Normal to Have Irregular Periods?
Mount Sinai gynecologist Tamara N. Kolev, MD, explains what affects your cycle and why one or two irregular periods is nothing to worry about.
Going Blind In One Eye? You May Be Having an Eye Stroke
Sudden blindness may be a sign of eye stroke. Mount Sinai ophthalmologist Richard B. Rosen, MD, explains the condition.
Should I Tell My Doctor About My Cannabis Use?
Now that New York and many other states around the country have decriminalized medicinal and recreational cannabis, some are interested in partaking. To those people, Yasmin Hurd, PhD, Director of the Addiction Institute of Mount Sinai, advises that marijuana is just...