Catholic Health News & Stories

A congenital heart defect (CHD) is the most common type of disability present at birth.

What to know about cardiac catheterization and how cardiologists use it to diagnose and treat heart problems.

Mononucleosis occurs most commonly in teenagers and young adults.

Keeping your cholesterol within a healthy range helps you avoid cardiovascular problems like high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke.

Hearing the words “you have breast cancer” is a life-changing moment.

Shoulder pain is one of the most common orthopedic conditions.

How the F.R.E.S.H. approach works and how it will benefit your health.

Seeking immediate medical treatment is the difference between life and death when someone experiences a pulmonary embolism.

Stress fractures are common in children and teens.

Bacteria, viruses or fungi all cause eye infections, which are common and can happen to anyone.

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The most significant misconception about scoliosis is what causes it.

Learn more about pain management injections and how a pain management physician can help you find relief.

Insights into the power of music to improve children’s health and wellness.

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Knowing the symptoms and when to seek care can help prevent croup from worsening.

Too much exposure to the sun can lead to sun poisoning.

Overuse is the most common cause of tendonitis.

Helpful tips to protect yourself when outside.

Use these tips to help keep your summer outdoor dining safe and healthy all season.

In addition to maintaining good health for overall wellness, men have specific health concerns.

Tips for packing your beach bag and when at the beach.

Advances in cardiac care for children give more treatment options to explore.

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Exercise has numerous benefits for bone health when we are young and as we age.

Hip replacement surgery is a viable solution when pain persists.

Commonly asked questions about integrative medicine.

Recognizing the symptoms of these conditions can get the treatment and relief you need.

Headaches vary in intensity, frequency and cause by person.

Learn more about juvenile idiopathic arthritis and growing pains.

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Even minor exposures can start an allergic reaction.

Arthroscopy is an outpatient surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat joint problems. 

Lyme disease is the most common disease spread by ticks in New York State.

Learn more about what causes inflammatory arthritis and how to recognize the symptoms.

Metabolic syndrome increases the risk of developing serious health conditions like heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes.

A healthy heart reduces the chances of health complications for you and your growing baby.

Veins play a significant role in keeping us healthy.

Talk to your primary care physician if you are showing symptoms of a UTI.

Making an appointment with a primary care physician is an important first step.

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Genetic counseling for colorectal cancer helps identify your risk.

Urinary incontinence can be caused by lifestyle habits, medical conditions and physical changes to the body.

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Social anxiety disorder causes avoidance behavior that significantly impacts daily life.

Managing your pain so it does not impact your quality of life.

What parents need to know about mental health issues during adolescence.

You may have seen a Catholic Health Ambulatory Care Center in your neighborhood, but what exactly is an ambulatory care center?

The most common genetic disease of the heart muscle often has a delayed diagnosis.