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Diseases & Conditions Health & Wellness

What Is the New mRNA Flu Vaccine? Who Can Get It and What to Know

The FDA has approved the first flu vaccine made with mRNA technology. It’s called mFLUSIVA, it’s made by Moderna and approved for adults 50 and older. Moderna began shipping doses this fall, but availability may vary by...

November 4, 2026

4 min read

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Children’s Health Diseases & Conditions Health & Wellness

Protecting Yourself, Your Family and Your Community Against Measles

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease that can lead to serious complications, particularly in young children. On November 2, 2026, the New York State Department of Health announced the state’s first known measles...

November 3, 2026

5 min read

Woman with burning in the chest suffering from indigestive problem.

Diseases & Conditions Gastroenterology

Could Your Stomach Pain Be H. Pylori? Symptoms to Know

Quick answer: H. pylori is a common bacterium that can infect the stomach lining and cause many digestive symptoms. Although the majority of those infected have little or no complaints, some patients may present with...

October 30, 2026

8 min read

A woman in her 40s wearing a blue sweater and sitting on her couch, holding her forehead and looking tired.

Diseases & Conditions Health & Wellness

More Than 7 in 10 Adults Report Fatigue. For Some, It Affects Daily Life

Key Takeaway: A new CDC report looks at how common fatigue is among U.S. adults, and how frequent fatigue is associated with work, concentration, social activities and more. Feeling tired from time to time is normal. A...

October 26, 2026

4 min read

Senior, sick woman heartburn with symptoms for discomfort, acid reflux or viral gastro disease at hospital.

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

A women standing outdoors, spraying herself to protect from ticks.

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

Topic: Diseases & Conditions

What Is the New mRNA Flu Vaccine? Who Can Get It and What to Know

Protecting Yourself, Your Family and Your Community Against Measles

Could Your Stomach Pain Be H. Pylori? Symptoms to Know

More Than 7 in 10 Adults Report Fatigue. For Some, It Affects Daily Life

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

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