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Infographic: Healthy Tips For Winter Travel

Prevent illness or injury this holiday season with a few simple tips.

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Podcast: Preparing for Pregnancy

In this episode of Women's Health Wednesday series of Back to Health, Dr. Sidney Wu discusses what women should know about planning for pregnancy

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Infographic: Tips for Healthy Digestion This Holiday Season

Between filling dinners and stockings full of candy, it’s all too easy for people to develop a not-so-jolly stomachache during the holidays. Try these tips to promote healthy eating and digestion throughout the new year.

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New Over-the-Counter Contraceptive Pill Promises to Increase Access to Birth Control for Adolescents

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved Opill (norgestrel), the first ever over-the-counter (OTC) contraceptive pill. It isn’t on the market yet, but it will be available for purchase soon at local pharmacies, convenience stores and grocery stores, as well as online.

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3 Vaccines You Should Consider This Holiday Season

Vaccines protect you from getting sick and reduce your risk of hospitalization. Learn which vaccines you should get to protect yourself and your loved ones

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The Art and Science of Managing Holiday Stress

If you’re a parent or a caregiver, you’re about to get much busier than usual. Between holiday shopping, cooking and visits with friends and family, you’ll soon have a lot more on your plate than pumpkin pie. What’s more, your children will be on winter break before you can say “Happy Holidays”!

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Infographic: Handwashing Awareness Week

The first week of December is Handwashing Awareness Week. Take a few moments to ensure you’re doing everything you should be in the fight against germs.

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Treating Runny and Stuffy Noses in Kids—What to Know

Every parent knows that children are no strangers to runny and stuffy noses. While these common symptoms are often caused by colds or allergies, they can still cause discomfort and annoyance for children and their parents. Discover ways to help your little ones clear their congested noses to help them find relief faster.

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Long COVID Respiratory Symptoms Are Creating Delays in Lung Cancer Screening

The symptoms of long COVID are notoriously diverse. In some people, this poorly understood post-viral syndrome affects the brain, while others are beset by cardiovascular, digestive or respiratory issues. Long COVID may also destabilize a person’s psychological well-being.

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MMPRC Welcomes Assistant Director Sarah Jewell

Earlier this year, the Myra Mahon Patient Resource Center welcomed its new manager, Sarah T. Jewell. She began in her dual role as both the Center's manager and as Assistant Director, Clinical Services. Sarah earned her Master of Library and Information Science (M.L.I.S.) degree at Rutgers University.  Prior to her arrival at Weill Cornell Medicine, Sarah worked in academic, hospital, corporate, and public library settings, including the New York Public Library (NYPL), the Memorial Sloan... Read More