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Man receiving an ultrasound of his thyroid

Podcast: The Spectrum of Thyroid Disease

In this episode of CancerCast: Conversations About New Developments in Medicine, Cancer Care and Research, Dr. Thomas Fahey discusses the management of thyroid nodules and thyroid cancer.Dr. Fahey is the Chief of Endocrine and Minimally Invasive Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine, as well as the Director of the Endocrine Oncology Program. He is an attending surgeon at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian.About CancerCastHosted by world-... Read More

Yes, you can get a flu shot while pregnant. Here's the best time to get it.

Yes, you can get a flu shot while pregnant. Here's the best time to get it.

Dr. Laura Riley, an obstetrician and gynecologist-in-chief at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine and expert in infectious diseases, discusses the importance of vaccinations for expecting mothers. For more information about flu shots during pregnancy please see the articles published in Insider, HealthyDay, and BabyGaga.

Improving Knowledge and Colposcopy Follow-Up for Underserved Women

Improving Knowledge and Colposcopy Follow-Up for Underserved Women

Dr. Eloise Chapman-Davis, a specialist in gynecologic cancers in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine, focuses on bringing advance medical care to underserved women. Read more about her work to develop a web-based intervention to educate and motivate women to continue with follow-up.

Infant being fed in his high chair

Podcast: What to Feed Your Infant and When

In this episode of Kids Health Cast, Dr. Chloe Rowe discusses pediatric nutrition and answers parent’s most commonly asked questions about feeding infants.

Father adjusting a bicycle helmet on his son

Podcast: At-Home Safety Tips for Kids and Teens

Each year, there are approximately 4 million household injuries among children and teenagers. But with a few simple measures, parents can lower their children’s risk for injury.

Researchers in the lab

Podcast: Leonard List 2019

In this episode of CancerCast: Conversations About New Developments in Medicine, Cancer Care and Research, host Dr. John Leonard shares the 15 most interesting and impactful lymphoma abstracts presented at the 2019 meeting of the American Society of Hematology (ASH). About CancerCastHosted by world-renowned hematologist and medical oncologist Dr. John Leonard, CancerCast is your window into research breakthroughs, innovative therapies and honest accounts of... Read More

Mother comforting sick child

Podcast: When to Give Your Child Antibiotics

In this episode of Kids Health Cast, Dr. Paul Chung shares when it is appropriate to turn to antibiotics and when it is not advised.

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Podcast: The Science of Bladder Cancer

In this episode of CancerCast: Conversations About New Developments in Medicine, Cancer Care and Research, Dr. Bishoy Faltas discusses how cancer biology can be used to inform treatment decisions.

Feature patient Timothy is smiling with his dog sitting on his lap

Courage, Humor, and a Life Saving Decision Helped Timothy Beat Prostate Cancer

Like so many, cancer has played too significant a role in Timothy Bellavia’s life. He had melanoma at 26 and then went on to support his cousin, uncle, and father during their battles with prostate cancer—and later grieve their passing.  Timothy’s story is a powerful example of how patients can take charge of their health. He not only sought out crucial information early, but also choose the best treatment option for his body and future. “I know,” he asserted, “that I made the right choices for... Read More

Infant sleeping on his back

Podcast: How You And Your Baby Can Enjoy A Good Night’s Rest

In this episode of Kids Health Cast, Dr. Paul Chung discusses safe infant sleep habits and offers tips to help you get your baby to sleep.