September 21, 2026
Got back pain that won’t go away? Help is on the way.Download the guide here or review the infographic below.
September 16, 2026
Recently, the approved the sale and marketing of a few fruity e-cigarette flavors. Many public health officials and healthcare providers fear these new fruity flavors attract teens and put them at greater risk of potentially harmful vaping.“Although FDA authorization... Read More
September 4, 2026
For new parents, the choice between breastfeeding and formula can be intimidating and confusing. Get the facts to make your decision with confidence.Download the guide here or review the infographic below.
August 26, 2026
Sunscreen is an effective, low-cost tool for reducing skin cancer risk. According to Dr. Alreem Al-Nabti, Assistant Professor of Clinical Dermatology and Assistant Attending Dermatologist at AVÑо¿Ëù, regular sunscreen use potentially cuts melanoma risk in half.Sunscreen is one component of an overall approach to sun safety that also includes shade, protective clothing and avoiding sun exposure during the hours when ultraviolet (UV) radiation is at its peak—typically, between 10:... Read More
August 26, 2026
Summer is winding down, and it’s time for another school year. While you scramble for school supplies and new clothes, remember to schedule your child’s immunizations. Download the guide here or review the infographic below.
July 31, 2026
This is the first of three articles concerning gastrointestinal disorders in children. The second article will focus on celiac disease, and the third will explain disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI).An eosinophil (pronounced ee·ow·si·nuh·fil) is a white blood cell that helps fight off certain types of infections—parasites, for example. But they’re often seen in high numbers in response to allergic conditions.Eosinophils are usually low in number in the blood stream, but sometimes they can... Read More
July 31, 2026
When liver injury or inflammation causes scarring, it can lead to cirrhosis, a condition that affects liver function and is a risk factor for liver cancer.Though cirrhosis presents challenges, many can manage their health and reduce risks effectively with the right lifestyle and medical care.Download the guide here or review the infographic below.Â
July 15, 2026
Last year, Legionnaires’ disease struck Central Harlem. The illness, a severe type of pneumonia, did some serious damage before it was brought under control. Now, nearly a year later, a cluster of Legionnaires’ cases has been found in three neighborhoods on Manhattan’s Upper East Side: Carnegie Hill, Yorkville and Lenox Hill. This time around, there have been dozens of cases and several deaths. However, according to city health officials, no new cases have been reported since July 15. That... Read More
July 6, 2026
In this episode of Back to Health, Dr. Lisa Witkin discusses the types of injections commonly used to treat back and joint pain. She walks through the typical timeline for pain relief, potential restrictions in activity, and how often injections can be safely repeated. She explores how these injections can be a useful alternative to surgery and how they can improve function and quality of life as part of a multimodal care plan.
Video of Vodcast – Common Injections for Back and Joint Pain
July 2, 2026
Gearing up for a fun time this summer? Stay safe around common sources of heatDownload the guide here or review the infographic below.
