Catholic Health News & Stories

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.

Pelvic floor disorders are very common and highly treatable

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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.

High creatinine levels can indicate your kidneys are not working well.

In athletics, there’s a big difference between being soreness and sustaining an injury.

Music therapy improves health and wellness.

Fiber is an essential part of our diets.

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Commonly asked questions about coronary angioplasty offered at St. Francis Heart Center locations across Long Island. 

Scheduling a colonoscopy can save your life.

Hip replacement surgery is a viable solution when pain persists.

Sleep apnea can lead to serious health problems.

Almost all adults will experience back pain at some point.

Certain factors contribute to needing more or less water daily.

Do not take supplements without first talking to your primary care physician.

Calcium needs depend on factors like age, gender and diet.

At least 30 minutes of daily moderate physical activity has numerous benefits.

An abnormal heart murmur can indicate a problem with your heart that requires treatment.

Measuring your heart rate is a helpful tool to monitor your health.

Learn how to manage pain and symptoms.

Peripheral artery disease is treatable and preventable but often goes undiagnosed until symptoms appear. 

What to know about mitral valve prolapse.

A heart attack is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention.

A stress test helps evaluate heart health and diagnose any cardiac conditions.

St. Francis Heart Center cardiac catheterization laboratories use the most advanced interventional cardiology procedures.

Advances in heart failure treatments mean that patients can live fuller, more productive lives.

As obesity rates rise in the United States, so do fad diets and their health risks.

Spotting hidden sodium in food is an important part of a healthy eating plan.

Try these tips to make your next trip to the grocery store easier.

Eating less meat—or even giving it up entirely—may reduce your risk of disease and improves your overall health.

Your PCP will carefully review all bloodwork results.

Annual exams help you and your doctor develop a plan to keep you healthy.

What to know about cardiac amyloidosis.

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Talk to your doctor if you are showing any of these signs of an unhealthy gut.