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Podcast: Treating and Managing Diabetic Nerve Pain

In this episode of Back to Health, Dr. Mohammad Piracha discusses what patients should know about treating and managing diabetic nerve pain.

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A Young Family Man Is Thriving After a Second Kidney Transplant

David Barresi describes 2022 as one of the most fateful years of his life. In June, he found out that his wife was pregnant with the couple’s first child. Then, in August, he learned that his previous kidney transplant was failing. Soon, he’d need a second transplant. How, he wondered, would he be able to prepare for fatherhood, given the challenges of finding a donor, undergoing transplant surgery and recovering from the procedure?

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Should You Consider a Sleep Divorce?

Does your partner’s tossing and turning wake you up at night? How about their loud snoring? According to a survey undertaken by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), more than a third of American couples have opted for a sleep divorce—the decision to sleep in separate rooms.

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9 Facts To Keep In Mind For Brain Health Awareness

In 2024, March 11 marks the start of the annual Brain Awareness Week, a global campaign to support brain science and health. In the United States, a brain health issue affects about eight in 10 people. You can improve your health and the health of those you love by learning more about the brain and sharing what you learn. These nine facts about brain health can help you get started.

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Sleep Awareness for the Whole Family

Learn why getting enough sleep is important, for adults just as much as for children, and what you can do to help your body rest easier.

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Bedwetting: Bladder Control Problems in Children

First, be aware that bedwetting is a common problem, says Denise Galan, a pediatric nurse practitioner in the Department of Urology at Weill Cornell Medicine. “The younger the child, the more common it is. As they get older, especially past the age of 7, they’ll usually outgrow nighttime wetting”—but the problem can be stressful for the child afflicted with it and for parents dealing with it.

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HIV and Women: 7 Ways to Take Care of Yourself and Others

March 10 is National Women/Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Learn how HIV and AIDS affect women and how to prevent or manage HIV infection.

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How to Manage Seasonal Affective Disorder

Between grey skies, shorter days and our tendency to stay indoors due to cold weather, it’s normal to feel like you’re in a slump during winter. Some of us experience a dip in mood that goes beyond the blahs. It’s called seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

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Allergy Symptoms Ruining Your Day? Here’s What to Do

Winter and spring allergens can wreak havoc on your immune system. Find out how to lessen symptoms when allergies strike.

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Podcast: Nutritional Guidance for Colorectal Surgery

In this episode of Back to Health, Dr. Mehraneh Jafari shares what patients should know about healthy eating guidelines for candidates of colorectal surgery.