Many people hear the terms “insulin resistance” and “prediabetes” used as if they mean the same thing. While the two are closely connected, they represent different stages of a process that can ultimately lead to type 2...
When most people hear the word “cortisol”, they immediately think of stress. It’s often called the “stress hormone,” and while it’s true that cortisol helps your body respond to stressful situations, that’s only part of...
If you’ve ever felt sick, dizzy or experienced sudden diarrhea after eating, you know how disruptive it can be. For some, especially after stomach surgery, these issues are part of a condition called dumping syndrome...
More than one-third of adults report feeling tired or fatigued most days. While occasional tiredness is normal, persistent fatigue is different—it’s a draining lack of energy that makes it difficult to get through the...
COVID-19 continues to change, and so do its variants. The XFG variant, more commonly known as Stratus, is the latest COVID-19 virus mutation gaining momentum. As respiratory illness season kicks into full gear, knowing...
If your child develops a fever, sore throat or a rash around their mouth, hands and feet, the Coxsackie virus could be the cause. But we have seen that this virus can also give your child a rash anywhere else on their...
A new COVID-19 variant, known as NB.1.8.1 or the “Nimbus variant,” has been making headlines this summer, as it’s currently spreading across several countries, including the United States. While Nimbus shares many...
Drs. Jason Kim and Steven Weissbart of the Women’s Pelvic Health and Continence Center at Stony Brook University Hospital have successfully performed one of the nation’s first — and the East Coast’s very first — Glean™...
Food allergies affect millions of children and their families. With the back-to-school season in full swing, it’s the perfect time to explore how food allergies impact kids in the classroom, at lunch time and even...
Eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are common challenges, especially for adolescents. These conditions are complex, involving intense feelings and behaviors related to weight and food. However...