Why Are Vaccines Important?
Vaccines strengthen your body’s natural defenses. They are the safest and most effective way to protect yourself and your family from many preventable diseases, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Vaccines are one of the few ways we...
The Benefits of Social Skills Groups for Autistic Individuals: Improving Communication and Relationships
For the last three years, the Seaver Autism Center has offered clinical social skills groups at The Mount Sinai Hospital. These groups are free of charge to families, thanks to generous grant donations from RVC Blue Speaks. The Seaver Center provides hundreds of...
Four Simple, Healthy Lunchtime Swaps
When lunchtime comes around, most everyone wants something delicious. But few have the time to prepare a nutritious meal. The result: We often settle for standard fare that is high in calories and low in nutrition. But there is a simple option. Make some easy swaps to...
Why Sitting Is the New Smoking: How to Combat the Health Effects of Sitting All Day
Sitting for long periods has become a routine part of modern life, especially for people working at desks or spending much of the day in front of a screen. While it might seem harmless, experts are increasingly pointing to the health risks that come with too much time...
What You Need to Know Right Now About Legionnaires’ Disease in New York City
You have probably heard about an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in New York City. Legionnaires’ disease is a type of pneumonia (lung infection) caused by Legionella bacteria. The outbreak is mostly affecting people in an area of Harlem. The disease is suspected to...
Three Nutrition Tips for a Stronger Immune System
Viruses are in the air and all around us, from the common cold to COVID-19. Eating a healthy, balanced diet primes and activates your immune system to fight these pathogens, even before you get sick. In this Q&A, Taylor Stein, Associate Researcher and Registered...
Could My Snoring Be Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
Sleep surgeon Fred Lin, MD, urges those who snore to be evaluated as it could be a sign of a serious sleep condition.
Expert Advice on Protecting Your Kids From Ticks
Being outside is wonderful for children’s development and health. However, if your plans include being in grassy or wooded areas, remember to try to protect your family from ticks and the risk of illnesses like Lyme disease. The best protection is prevention. You can...
What Is Chronic Venous Insufficiency, and How Do You Treat It?
Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) isn’t a medical condition you normally hear much about. But it was in the news recently after President Trump was diagnosed with the condition. In this Q&A, Prakash Krishnan, MD, FACC, System Director of Endovascular Services, at...