Health Blog

With recent advances in breast cancer research and treatment, doctors are often able to reduce the amount and intensity of treatment women receive, while maintaining equally good cancer outcomes, according to Sunny Mitchell, M.D., FACS, Medical Director of The Breast Center at Montefiore Nyack Hospital.

Orthopedic surgeons now have many safe options they can use to help control the pain patients experience after an operation.

Students who have food allergies need to take extra steps to ensure their safety while eating during the school year. Working with your child’s school, doctor and caregivers, you can help ensure a safe environment for your child.

Many women have what's known as the "baby blues" in the days after they give birth. This isn't the same as postpartum depression, which is more severe and may require treatment by a healthcare professional.