Finding lung cancer early can be life-saving, with survival rates as high as 90 percent when the disease is detected in its early, localized stages. This is why lung cancer screening is such a powerful tool in...
Learn from three Stony Brook Medicine experts about HIV/AIDS transmission, testing options, early symptoms, treatments and preventive strategies. HIV/AIDS treatments have made remarkable strides over the years...
Hear from six Stony Brook Medicine experts discussing common concerns related to mental and physical health during the holiday season. From protecting children from injury and illness, to improving sleep, reducing...
Sleep is an essential biological process that’s a reversible state of reduced responsiveness and motor activity. Sleep supports our overall health in many ways. Among the various stages of sleep, deep sleep and...
Defining sexuality and gender identity is a significant experience, particularly for members of the LGBTQ* community. In recent years, the traditional term “Coming Out” has shifted towards “Inviting...
Originally developed to manage type 2 diabetes, semaglutide mimics a natural hormone that plays a key role in controlling blood sugar, appetite, and digestion. This medication has also gained widespread attention for...
Obesity can greatly increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, as it often leads to insulin resistance—where the body must produce more insulin to meet the metabolic demands of a high fat mass. In predisposed...
More than 30 million Americans are living with diabetes, and millions more are at risk due to prediabetes. By 2050, it’s estimated that one in three adults worldwide may be affected. However, there’s...
Long Island’s beaches, pools and lakes offer perfect summer escapes, but with these water activities comes the responsibility of swimming safely. Understanding and practicing water safety measures can prevent drowning...
Regular testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is important for maintaining sexual health and preventing the spread of infections, including some that can lead to complications if left untreated. How...