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Who doesn’t look forward to a siesta on a Sunday afternoon after a long, hard work week? Some people swear by naps, but do they actually improve your health? A Columbia expert weighs in.
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Feeling a sharp pain in your foot and have no idea what may have caused it? The answer could be plantar fasciitis. A Columbia expert explains what it is, why it happens, and what you can do about it.
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The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved two RSV vaccines for adults 60 and older. A Columbia doctor explains why this vaccine could prevent severe illness.
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Gas stoves have been a huge topic of conversation as news outlets discuss potential health risks and government officials discuss new possible regulations. But what does the science say?
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- March 13, 2023
After a sudden medical scare, many people develop a fear of health care and are afraid to adopt new health habits. The Center for Fearless Behavior Change is testing ways to help.
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- October 14, 2022
Many women do not know they have dense breasts and aren't aware that having dense breasts comes with a slightly elevated risk of developing breast cancer.
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- February 28, 2022
Heart disease is the No. 1 one cause of death in American women, yet most are unaware of the risks and most cardiovascular studies are about men.
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Braden Candela, MD, Assistant Professor in the Department of Dermatology at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center, offers a few things to consider before you get a tattoo.
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