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Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions Health & Wellness

Protecting Yourself, Your Family and Your Community Against Measles

Measles is an incredibly contagious disease that can create serious, sometimes life-threatening complications. In recent months, the virus has ticked up in areas of the United States with lower vaccination rates...

October 6, 2026

5 min read

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Diseases & Conditions Gastroenterology

Understanding Esophagitis Symptoms: Trouble Swallowing, Heartburn and More

Esophagitis is the inflammation of the esophagus lining, the muscular tube extending from the mouth to the stomach that allows the passage of food and drinks. Heartburn is one of the more common symptoms of esophagitis...

September 28, 2026

8 min read

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Diseases & Conditions Heart and Vascular Health

Atherosclerosis Can Start Earlier Than You Think: What New Research Shows

Heart attacks and strokes can feel like they come out of nowhere. But the changes inside your arteries that can lead to them usually build up slowly, over many years. New research published in The New England Journal of...

September 3, 2026

5 min read

A middle-aged male patient having his hip pain examined by a female orthopedist.

Diseases & Conditions Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Do I Need Hip Arthroscopy? What to Know About the Procedure and Recovery

Hip pain can make everyday activities such as walking, climbing stairs, getting out of the car or exercising, very difficult. If your pain does not improve with rest or other...

August 26, 2026

4 min read

A woman spraying her arm with bug spray to prevent West Nile virus.

Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions Infectious Diseases

What You Need to Know About West Nile Virus: Symptoms, Risk Factors and Prevention

A confirmed case of West Nile virus in New York City may raise questions about what the virus means for you. If you’ve seen the headlines, here’s what you need to know: Most people infected with West Nile...

August 21, 2026

6 min read

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Diseases & Conditions Health & Wellness Infectious Diseases

Bourbon Virus: What Long Island Residents Need to Know After a Tick Bite

Ticks are a familiar part of life on Long Island, and most people know to watch out for Lyme disease. But a recently confirmed case of Bourbon virus in Suffolk County has raised questions about another tick-borne...

August 5, 2026

5 min read

Diseases & Conditions Infectious Diseases

What to Know About Cyclosporiasis: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

Cyclospora may not be a household name, but a growing multistate outbreak in the United States has brought renewed attention to this foodborne parasite and the intestinal illness it causes, known as cyclosporiasis. As...

July 15, 2026

7 min read

An older man sitting on his couch, clutching his chest in pain.

Diseases & Conditions Health & Wellness Heart and Vascular Health

Aortic Dissection: Your Guide to Symptoms and Risks

The recent death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham from an aortic dissection has brought renewed attention to a rare but serious cardiovascular emergency. The aorta is the largest artery in your body, carrying oxygen-rich...

July 13, 2026

7 min read

Elderly woman holding her leg on a bench.

Diseases & Conditions Heart and Vascular Health

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD): Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) — also called peripheral arterial disease — is a common circulatory issue in which arteries that carry blood to the upper or lower extremities become narrowed. This reduces blood flow and...

June 22, 2026

7 min read

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Brain & Mental Health Diseases & Conditions

Could It Be Alzheimer’s Disease? Early Signs, Symptoms and When to Seek Help

Forgetting a name now and then is common. Misplacing your keys once in a while is too. But when memory loss starts to happen often or begins to affect daily life, it may be time to take a closer look. Alzheimer’s...

June 11, 2026

8 min read

Topic: Diseases & Conditions

Protecting Yourself, Your Family and Your Community Against Measles

Understanding Esophagitis Symptoms: Trouble Swallowing, Heartburn and More

Atherosclerosis Can Start Earlier Than You Think: What New Research Shows

Do I Need Hip Arthroscopy? What to Know About the Procedure and Recovery

What You Need to Know About West Nile Virus: Symptoms, Risk Factors and Prevention

Bourbon Virus: What Long Island Residents Need to Know After a Tick Bite

What to Know About Cyclosporiasis: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

Aortic Dissection: Your Guide to Symptoms and Risks

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD): Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

Could It Be Alzheimer’s Disease? Early Signs, Symptoms and When to Seek Help

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