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Podcast: Improving Sleep Hygiene During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Daniel Barone MD, FAASM, FANA, discusses why many of us have not slept well since the onset of COVID-19. He shares how coronavirus anxiety may be contributing to insomnia and offers some great tips on how to practice better sleep hygiene. He emphasizes the importance of restorative sleep and why it is so vital to our overall health, especially during these challenging times.Listen to... Read More

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Podcast: Navigating Emotions and Stress During Social Movements

Gurmeet Kanwal, MD discusses the psychological aspects of social movements like Black Lives Matter and the effects on everyday life. He shares on how adults can manage past trauma and triggers and how different generations have different emotional responses due to their lived experiences.

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Pressing Questions About Addiction and Mental Health: Part 2

Dr. Richard Friedman joined Dr. Mitchell Rosenthal to answer questions from attendants about addiction.

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Pressing Questions About Addiction and Mental Health: Part 1

Dr. Richard Friedman joined Dr. Mitchell Rosenthall to answer questions from attendants about mental illness and addiction.

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COVID Toe and Other COVID-19 Skin Conditions

Dr. Joanna Harp specializes in complex medical dermatology and skin disorders related to internal disease. She helps treat patients hospitalized for COVID-19, as well as care for outpatients via video visits.

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How COVID-19 Has Changed Health Care at Weill Cornell Medicine

The COVID-19 crisis hit New York City with hurricane force in early Spring, placing unprecedented demands on health care providers. As it turns out, the short-term response to the public health emergency has spurred some long-term improvements in operational efficiency and safety and accelerated the use of digital technology, according to Dr. Adam Stracher, chief medical officer and director of primary care at Weill Cornell Medicine.

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Social Distancing is Especially Hard for our Aging Loved Ones

Dr. Jo Anne Sirey joined Dr. Amanda Sacks-Zimmerman to discuss the benefits of social engagement on mental health for aging adults.

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Podcast: How to Talk to Your Child About Racism

Stephanie Cherestal, Ph.D. guides parents on ways to speak to your kids about racism in America. She also gives tips on how to encourage children to get involved; offering helpful ways parents can inspire kids to make a difference.

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What Is Known About COVID-19 and Abnormal Blood Clotting

Dr. Jeffrey Laurence answers questions about emerging treatments for abnormal blood clotting in severe COVID-19 cases.

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Weill Cornell Medicine Partners With Hudson River Park to Deliver Free Fitness Classes

We’re excited to offer this free fitness opportunity with the Hudson River Park. Our hope is that our parks and special partnerships help play a role in planning safe summer activities in the city.