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An ER physician specializing in wilderness medicine says the right preparation will go a long way in keeping your summer plans safe and fun.

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As America sees a record number of overdose deaths, taking action to reduce harm and tragedy due to opioids is vital. Here, three providers with expertise in substance use disorder care share ways individuals, communities and health care providers can help save lives.

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There are a lot of important factors consider in pre-pregnancy planning. Anish Shah, M.D. OB-GYN at Mountainside Medical Center shares some important tips for expectant or preparing mother and partners.

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June marks Pride Month when we honor the diversity, strength, and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community. We must also call to attention the healthcare challenges and barriers faced by this community.

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Radiation is an effective treatment for prostate cancer. Ronald D. Ennis, MD,Professor and Vice Chair of Network Integration and Quality, Department of Radiation Oncology at Rutgers Cancer Institute, along with Lara Hathout, MD, FRCPC, radiation oncologist and director of Brachytherapy at Rutgers Cancer Institute and associate Professor of radiation oncology at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School share more

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Experts from Cedars-Sinai Cancer are available to comment on the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2022, which will be released Wednesday, June 8, in a virtual congressional briefing. The report highlights the need to increase diversity in clinical trials and the cancer workforce, and it provides policy recommendations for addressing cancer disparities—all areas Cedars-Sinai Cancer is working to address.

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Cedars-Sinai clinicians and scientists, including anti-rejection therapy pioneer Stanley Jordan, MD, will share their latest advances in research at the American Transplant Congress (ATC), June 4-8, 2022, in Boston. The ATC is the joint annual meeting of the American Society of Transplant Surgeons and the American Society of Transplantation.

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Physicians and scientists from Cedars-Sinai will discuss the latest advances in treatment, care and research at the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting (ENDO 2022) in Atlanta, June 11-14.

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Though she became involved in epilepsy epigenetics research “by accident,” Katja Kobow is already one of the leading researchers in the field, and the most recent recipient of the prestigious Michael Prize. Sharp Waves talked with her about the prize and her research.

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Not a fan of mowing the lawn? Good news, cutting the grass less may be better for the environment. Trimming the number of times you run the mower around the yard, known as “low mow”, can help reduce carbon emissions, build soil organic matter and even enhance pollinating habitats for bees.

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Cada pessoa com câncer vivencia a doença de maneira diferente e todas as emoções são válidas e importantes, independentemente da combinação destasou da intensidade.

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每位癌症患者对于癌症都有不同的体验，而与其相关的各种情绪都是在情理之中，同时也非常重要，无论其混杂程度或强度如何。Shawna Ehlers博士，妙佑医疗国际(Mayo Clinic) 的一名心理医生和心理肿瘤学专家，专门帮助患者应对癌症诊断带来的心理负担。

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La experiencia con el cáncer es diferente en cada persona que lo padece y todas las emociones son válidas e importantes, independientemente de su intensidad o de si son sentimientos encontrados.

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Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. It is estimated that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. As Skin Cancer Awareness Month continues, it’s important to check your skin regularly, and if you notice a spot on your skin that is different from others or that changes, itches, or bleeds, make an appointment to see a board-certified dermatologist.

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Sean Swearingen, MD, a sports cardiologist at RUSH, outlines ways to target your workout for maximum benefit and minimum strain..

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Everyone with cancer experiences it differently and all emotions are valid and important, regardless of the mix or intensity. Shawna Ehlers, Ph.D., a Mayo Clinic psychologist and psycho-oncology expert, helps patients cope with the burden of their cancer diagnosis. That includes dispelling myths that stress in their lives caused their cancer or that depression must be suffered through during cancer treatment.

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The 2022 International Conference on Eating Disorders (ICED), themed Embracing Change and Extending Reach in a Transformed World, will be a virtual event with both live and on-demand access. The annual ICED unites professionals from across the world who are invested in improving the lives of individuals with eating disorders, including providers, researchers, advocates, experts by experience, and students.

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A depressão clínica é um transtorno de humor que pode afetar qualquer pessoa em qualquer idade. Entretanto, os sinais e os sintomas não são os mesmos para todas as pessoas.

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临床抑郁症是一种心境障碍，可能见于任何年龄的任何人。然而，不同人的体征和症状并不相同。妙佑医疗国际儿童中心的儿科医生Marcie Billings医学博士指出，成人抑郁症和青少年抑郁症之间存在一些差异。心理健康问题是可以治疗的但前提是对其进行诊断。

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La depresión clínica es un trastorno del estado de ánimo que puede afectar a cualquier persona y a cualquier edad. Sin embargo, no todos presentan los mismos signos y síntomas.

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Studies have shown that the way LGBTQ+ patients are screened, diagnosed and treated for cancer may put them at a significant disadvantage compared to cisgender heterosexual patients.

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长期COVID（又称为COVID后综合征）不仅会给患者带来长期的症状，还可能对患者的正常生活造成长期影响。妙佑医疗国际COVID活动康复计划的主任Greg Vanichkachorn医学博士就这类患者如何在恢复期间重返工作岗位提供了一些建议。

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Cancer health disparities are often identified from population-based surveillance data routinely captured by statewide cancer registries. Antoinette Stroup, PhD, of Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, New Jersey’s only National Cancer Institute – Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center together with RWJBarnabas Health and Rutgers School of Public Health is the director of the New Jersey State Cancer Registry (NJSCR), explores cancer and health data on the Asian American and Pacific Islander population.

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每年的这个时候，妙佑医疗国际的骨外科医生Sanjeev Kakar医学博士都会开始看到，那些因观看高尔夫球和其他挥杆挥棒运动而受启发的人当中，有许多人受伤。

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Nessa época do ano, o Dr. Sanjeev Kakar, cirurgião ortopedista da Mayo Clinic começa a ver muitas lesões em pessoas que ficam inspiradas ao assistir aos jogos de golfe e outros esportes com tacos.

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En esta época del año, el Dr. Sanjeev Kakar, cirujano ortopédico de Mayo Clinic, empieza a ver muchas lesiones en las personas que se inspiran con los partidos de golf y otros deportes que también se juegan con palos.

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There's a huge urgency worldwide to find new therapies that help patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a fatal neurological disorder that causes people to eventually lose the ability to walk, talk, eat and breathe. In recognition of ALS Awareness Month, Dr. Deepti Lall shares why she’s optimistic about scientific advances for this fatal disease

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Can women with epilepsy get pregnant, give birth to healthy babies, and breastfeed? What are the myths and misconceptions, and what do physicians and women need to know? Dr. Anca Arbune interviews Dr. Page Pennell about the latest research and knowledge.

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Sara Norrevik, Buffalo State college lecturer of political science and public administration, served as a political adviser in Sweden’s Ministry of Defense before going into academia. In a Q&A, she discusses the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and its many ramifications.

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DETROIT (May 9, 2022) – While not as common as knee or shoulder arthroscopy, hip arthroscopy has become a viable surgical option for patients to alleviate pain and restore their quality of life.Considered one of the most innovative areas of orthopedic surgery, hip arthroscopy is a minimally invasive technique allows the surgeon to treat and diagnose hip problems without making a large incision.

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Matthew Rubin’s research is focused on perennial plants, or “long-lived” plants, seeking to increase our understanding of these plants across their lifetime. Perennial plants offer many benefits to agriculture and our environment. They develop deep root systems that fix carbon, reduce water needs, and help restore soil health. When used for agriculture, perennials can provide multiple harvests from the same plant, offering a more sustainable solution for future agricultural systems.

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More than 300 oral and poster presentations from the nation’s experts in gynecological and obstetrical health will be shared at the Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting of the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG ACSM). The conference takes place in San Diego from May 6-8.

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Today, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the approval of mavacamten, a new drug shown to provide relief to obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy patients experiencing shortness of breath.

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Elon Musk has a difficult and probably impossible task ahead of him, because free speech ideals aren't well-suited to social media. Platform administrators -- even those with strong libertarian impulses -- wind up policing online speech.

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Cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons from the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai are available to discuss the latest advances in research, clinical care, transcatheter procedures and cardiothoracic surgery throughout the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT) Scientific Sessions 2022 and Heart Rhythm 2022.

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After failed surgery, a young woman travels to HSS to see Dr. Geoffrey Westrich. Robotic-assisted hip replacement with virtual range of motion technology help her get back to activities she loves.

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In a recent survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults, the American Academy of Dermatology found that while respondents gave themselves high ratings for sun protection and most reported that sun protection is more important to them now than it was five years ago, there’s still a lot they don’t know about how to protect themselves from the sun and the risks of sun exposure, including skin cancer —the most common cancer in the U.S.

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Patients can make lifestyle changes before surgery to improve their chances of successful outcomes, according to Matthew Abdel, M.D., a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hip and knee replacement. However, patients also should be aware that other practices before surgery won't help outcomes or are still inconclusive.

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Professor Michael Chi Kong Tse, the Chair Professor of the Department of Electrical Engineering (EE) at the City University of Hong Kong (CityU), presented an online talk as part of the Hong Kong Institute for Advanced Study (HKIAS) Distinguished Lecture Series on Electronics and Photonics on 12 April 2022, titled " Challenges of Modern Power Grid in the Midst of Deepening Power Electronics Penetration and Increasing Renewable Energy Use".

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全髋关节和膝关节置换手术是美国最常见的手术之一，每年估计会进行100万例此类手术。全球各地对这类手术的需求也在与日俱增。

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As cirurgias de artroplastia total de quadril e joelho estão entre os procedimentos mais comuns realizados nos EUA, com uma estimativa de um milhão de procedimentos realizados a cada ano. A demanda por essas cirurgias também cresceu em todo o mundo.