Here's What We Know: The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine has been protecting women from cervical cancer since 2006, when the first version of the vaccine became available.

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Andrew Costin

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Relationships and collaborations with for-profit and not-for profit organizations are of vital importance to our faculty because these exchanges of scientific information foster innovation. As experts in their fields, WCM physicians and scientists are sought after by many organizations to consult and educate. WCM and its faculty make this information available to the public, thus creating a transparent environment.

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Tricuspid Valve Disease

Tricuspid valve disease refers to conditions that affect the tricuspid valve—one of the heart’s four valves. This valve has three leaflets that open and close to control blood flow between the right atrium (which receives blood returning from the body) and right ventricle (which pumps blood to the lungs).

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Aortic Valve Disease

Aortic valve disease includes conditions that affect the aortic valve, which controls blood flow from the heart’s main pumping chamber (left ventricle) into the aorta—the main artery that carries blood to the rest of the body. The valve normally opens wide with each heartbeat and then closes to keep blood flowing in the right direction.

Types of Aortic Valve Disease

When the aortic valve does not work properly, it can lead to serious health problems. There are two main types of aortic valve disease:

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Mitral Valve Disease

Mitral valve disease includes conditions that affect the mitral valve—one of the heart’s four valves responsible for regulating blood flow between the left atrium (which receives blood from the lungs) and left ventricle (which pumps blood to the body). The mitral valve has two leaflets that open and close with each heartbeat to ensure blood flows in the right direction. When the valve does not function properly, it can lead to serious health issues.

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Diabetes Management 101: An Essential Diabetes Primer

Ketogenic diet with keto food for healthy nutrition eating lifestyle for good heart health with high protein, fat, low-carb to prevent heart disease and diabetes illness control

Learn the basics about diabetes management and treatment. From the causes and diagnosis to medication and lifestyle changes, here’s what you should know.

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Weill Cornell Medicine – UnitedHealthcare Compass Plan Status

As of May 1, 2026, Weill Cornell Medicine (WCM) is no longer in-network with UnitedHealthcare Compass plans. This applies to all WCM physicians, including both primary care providers and specialists.

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Longevity Medicine Program

The future of health care isn’t just about treating illness—it’s about assessing and reducing risk before problems arise.

Invest in your health through individualized, cutting-edge care. At Weill Cornell Medicine’s Longevity Medicine Program, we empower you to redefine the boundaries of aging, optimizing not just how long you live but how vibrantly you thrive.

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Our Approach to Longevity

Across numerous studies, exercise is repeatedly demonstrated as the most effective intervention to improve physical and mental health, with benefits for both lifespan (length of life) and health span (quality of life). It’s for this reason that attention to exercise is prioritized in our program. That said, we recognize that exercise is hard. We are committed to working with you to develop and modify exercise regimen recommendations that promote enjoyment, maximize time efficiency and account for any neuromuscular/joint limitations you might have.