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Read the latest on wellness and preventive care for the whole family.

8 Ways to Keep Your Mouth Healthy During Cancer Treatment

When it comes to dental health, we all know the drill. Cancer however, can throw a wrench in your dental hygiene routine.

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The Impact of Precision Medicine on Cancer

At Weill Cornell Medicine, our physicians and researchers are constantly searching for new and better ways to treat cancer. One promising new development: precision medicine

13 Facts Every Woman Should Know about Heart Disease

13 Facts Every Woman Should Know about Heart Disease

Every minute, a woman dies from heart disease in the United States — it is the number one killer of women, causing one in three deaths each year, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). Here are 13 things women need to know about heart disease.

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What is Cervical Cancer?

Learn the very real risk of cervical cancer that many women face, as well as the signs and ways to prevent this cancer from affecting you.

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Stopping Seizures in Their Tracks: Carrie's Story

We're focused on treating the whole person, not just the illness they have. For physicians at the Weill Cornell Medicine Comprehensive Epilepsy Center, that means working with patients like Carrie to control their seizures so they can live a normal and active lifestyle.

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New Exhibit Illustrates AIDS Epidemic History

The exhibit, organized by the U.S. National Library of Medicine, tells the history of the AIDS epidemic through a mix of text, historic photographs and images of pamphlets and publications from the era.

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A Letter from Integrative Health Program Co-Founder and Co-Director Dr. Alka Gupta

A letter from Dr. Alka Gupta, the co-founder and co-director of the Integrative Health Program at Weill Cornell Medicine.

The Most Exciting Medical Advances in Diabetes Treatment

Dedicated researchers all over the world are working hard to make breakthroughs in diabetes treatment. Here are a few of the most exciting developments.

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Dear Science: What's the point of mucus?

Dear Science, It's that time of year. My nose is stuffed up, and I can't pronounce the letter "n," and I have to know — snuffle — what's the deal with mucus?

WCM Experts to Discuss Spinal Care and Answer Questions in Public Seminar

Come hear our panel of experts across several specialties speak about spinal care and treatment and answer your spine questions.