Patient Care Blog

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Borderline Personality Disorder: Resources, Treatments and Support for Patients and Families

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital has instituted a Borderline Personality Resource Center, which provides assistance to patients and their families all over the country. The Resource Center was created in the memory of Pamela Tusiani, a young woman who lived with borderline personality disorder (BPD). The Center’s mission is to educate those affected by the disorder and connect them to treatment and support in their state or locality.

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Podcast: Cancer Rehabilitation

In this episode of Back to Health, Dr. Nasim A. Chowdhury discusses what patients should know about cancer rehabilitation.

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Back to School: A New Season for Learning…and Head Lice

Their textbook name is Pediculus humanus capitis, but generations of children have called them “cooties.” They spread easily, mostly among schoolchildren from 3 to 11 years old. They don’t discriminate by race, class, income or social status. Any head will do.

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Suicide Prevention: What You Can Do to Help Avoid a Tragedy

Many cases of suicide are preventable. Protect yourself and those you love by learning risk factors, warning signs and preventive steps.

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Podcast: Celiac Disease Awareness

In this episode of Kids Health Cast, Dr. Elaine Barfield discusses what parents should know about celiac disease in children.

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Infographic: Children and Cancer

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Learn how advancements in medicine help save lives.

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Back to School Guides for All Ages

The Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists at Weill Cornell Medicine have collaborated to create a back-to-school guide for parents and students of all ages.

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Podcast: Ramsay Hunt Syndrome

In this episode of Back to Health, Dr. Michael G. Stewart discusses what patients should know about Ramsay Hunt Syndrome.

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Podcast: Managing Cancer Pain

Pain is one of the most common, but complex symptoms for cancer patients. Both cancer and its treatments can cause pain and managing this pain is a personalized process. While there are numerous pharmacological and non-drug based approaches, improving pain can significantly impact quality of life. Oncology care teams and pain management specialists can help patients navigate options.

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Just in Case: What to Do If You Get Sick on Vacation

Without worrying too much about what could go wrong on vacation, there are steps you can take to be prepared…just in case.