July 31, 2026
This is the first of three articles concerning gastrointestinal disorders in children. The second article will focus on celiac disease, and the third will explain disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI).An eosinophil (pronounced ee·ow·si·nuh·fil) is a white blood cell that helps fight off certain types of infections—parasites, for example. But they’re often seen in high numbers in response to allergic conditions.Eosinophils are usually low in number in the blood stream, but sometimes they can... Read More
July 31, 2026
When liver injury or inflammation causes scarring, it can lead to cirrhosis, a condition that affects liver function and is a risk factor for liver cancer.Though cirrhosis presents challenges, many can manage their health and reduce risks effectively with the right lifestyle and medical care.Download the guide here or review the infographic below.
July 15, 2026
Last year, Legionnaires’ disease struck Central Harlem. The illness, a severe type of pneumonia, did some serious damage before it was brought under control. Now, nearly a year later, a cluster of Legionnaires’ cases has been found in three neighborhoods on Manhattan’s Upper East Side: Carnegie Hill, Yorkville and Lenox Hill. This time around, there have been dozens of cases and several deaths. However, according to city health officials, no new cases have been reported since July 15. That... Read More
July 6, 2026
In this episode of Back to Health, Dr. Lisa Witkin discusses the types of injections commonly used to treat back and joint pain. She walks through the typical timeline for pain relief, potential restrictions in activity, and how often injections can be safely repeated. She explores how these injections can be a useful alternative to surgery and how they can improve function and quality of life as part of a multimodal care plan.
Video of Vodcast – Common Injections for Back and Joint Pain
July 2, 2026
Gearing up for a fun time this summer? Stay safe around common sources of heatDownload the guide here or review the infographic below.
July 2, 2026
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a physical and emotional response to trauma, but you don’t have to navigate it alone.Download the guide here or review the infographic below.
July 2, 2026
Migraine is a common and disabling neurological disorder that can be further classified based on headache days. Episodic migraine is characterized by having fewer than 15 headache days a month, while chronic migraine is characterized by having at least 15 headache days a month, for more than 3 months, with at least 8 of those days having migraine features (i.e., light and noise sensitivity and/or nausea). Treatment for chronic... Read More
June 17, 2026
Keep your house squeaky clean and safe for all with these tips. Download the guide here or review the infographic below.
June 17, 2026
Every day, nearly 5,800 Americans receive a cancer diagnosis, according to the American Cancer Society. Alongside an early diagnosis and advanced treatment options, comprehensive cancer support helps lead to a positive outcome.“The best cancer care takes an integrative approach,” says Dr. Chiti Parikh, executive director... Read More
June 17, 2026
Thanks to improved diagnostic capabilities and advanced cancer treatments, nearly 1 in 18 Americans is a cancer survivor, according to the American Cancer Society. If you’re... Read More
