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New York Presbyterian Health Matters - Stories of Science, Care & Wellness

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Brain Health

Understanding Multiple Sclerosis: What to Know about MS Symptoms and Treatments

A neurologist explains who is most at risk for this condition and ways to manage the symptoms.

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Children's Health

Sudden Unexpected Infant Deaths Rise, Disproportionally Impacting Non-Hispanic Black Babies, Study Finds

A pediatrician shares evidence-based recommendations for parents and caregivers for safer sleep.

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Cancer Care & Research

Breast Density Information to Become a Regular Part of Mammogram Results, the FDA Announces

A radiologist at NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester spoke with USA Today about the new requirement to inform patients if they have dense breast tissue, a risk factor for breast cancer.

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Health & Wellness

Are UV Nail Dryers Safe?

A go-to device for drying gel manicures, ultraviolet A lights are under scrutiny as a recent study shows exposure may impact your health.

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COVID-19 Vaccine

What to Know About the FDA’s Proposals to Simplify the Use of the COVID-19 Vaccine

COVID-19 News

Omicron Subvariant XBB.1.5: What to Know

COVID-19 News Paxlovid pills

What to Know About Paxlovid

Women's Health Woman ponders pregnancy and COVID vaccine

COVID-19 Vaccine and Pregnancy Update: What You Need to Know

COVID-19 News

Long COVID: What We Know Now

Children's Health photo of kid getting the COVID-19 vaccine

COVID-19 Vaccine and Kids: What Parents Should Know

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Heart Health

Celebrating Our Heart Patients

In recognition of Heart Month, NewYork-Presbyterian honors our inspiring heart patients and the cardiovascular teams who helped them on their journey to recovery.

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Transplant

‘The Greatest Act of Love’

When a rare liver disease left Lauren Toby in need of a transplant, her husband, DJ, stepped up to be her living donor.

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Brain Health

Young, Healthy, and a Stroke Survivor: Ramit Malhotra’s Story

Ramit Malhotra was 28 years old and two months from his wedding day when he suffered a stroke while driving. The fast response of his NewYork-Presbyterian Queens care team helped ensure he wouldn’t lose the new life he was about to build.

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Celebrating Women's History Month

Photograph of Anna Maxwell.

Anna Maxwell revolutionized the nursing profession over her 30-year career during times of war.

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Dr. Virginia Apgar tending to an infant

Dr. Virginia Apgar is to thank for the post-birth assessment that's saved countless newborn lives.

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Portrait of Dr. Dorothy Andersen

Dr. Dorothy H. Andersen overcame gender discrimination and identified cystic fibrosis.

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