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Protecting Children’s Health: National CMV Awareness Month

Cytomegalovirus is a common virus that can cause serious health problems in babies. Learn more about CMV and how you can protect your child.

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Podcast: Long-COVID Headache

In this episode of Back to Health, Dr. Matthew Robbins discusses what patients should know about long COVID & headache disorders.

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Podcast: A Deep Dive Into Cancer Genetics

Every child inherits a set of “germline” DNA from each of their biological parents. At times there are also mutations that are passed down. This differs from what are referred to as “somatic” mutations that are only present in cancer cells, but not in every cell in the body. Environmental factors can also contribute to the development of cancers. Knowing your family history and genetic makeup can help in understanding overall cancer risk, recommended screening and prevention strategies, as well... Read More

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Infographic: Stay Safe This Summer

It’s time for fun in the sun! Follow these tips to keep your family safe and healthy in the sunshine this summer.

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Doing Good Feels Good: The Journey of an Altruistic Kidney Donor

Annie Hoffnung—a wife, mother, and chief human resources officer at a public relations firm—donated a kidney to a stranger on February 28, 2023. Considered an “altruistic donor,” she belongs to a small group of organ donors who care so much about the welfare of others that they’re willing to take significant time out of their lives and undergo surgery to save the life of someone they don’t know.

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Podcast: Adolescent Reproductive Health

In this episode of Kids Health Cast, Julia Cron, M.D. discusses what parents and patients should know about adolescent reproductive health.

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This Pride Month, Celebrate LGBTQ+ Health

This past year has been a worrying one for most of the LGBTQ+ community. Attacks on health care, especially that of transgender individuals, have flourished across more conservative parts of the country. Weill Cornell Medicine is proud to be a bronze-level sponsor for NYC Pride and we’re dedicated to taking care of the healthcare needs of the NYC LGBTQ+ community.

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Pelvic Organ Prolapse: A Female Disorder that Can Be Treated and Resolved

A woman’s pelvis is home to several organs, including the bladder, the uterus and the rectum. All three normally stay put, but sometimes one or more of these organs can actually fall through the vagina. That’s called prolapse, and it’s far more common that you might suspect.

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Infographic: Help for Headaches

June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. If you suffer from chronic or severe headaches, know you’re not alone.

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Podcast: Polycystic Kidney and Liver Diseases (PKD and PLD)

In this episode of Back to Health, we have a panel conversation with James Chevalier, M.D., Danielle Brandman, M.D. and Benjamin Samstein, M.D. to discuss polycystic kidney & liver diseases (PKD and PLD).