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Frequent consumption of soda and caffeine can lead to health complications.

Good fats have numerous health benefits and are necessary for a healthy diet.

Learn more about ACL injuries and what treatments are available.

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Cold and flu symptoms can be similar, so it is important to get an early and accurate diagnosis.

Learn more about the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Prediabetes is a precursor to Type 2 diabetes.

Talk to your doctor about treatment options for bladder conditions.

People who frequently have trouble falling asleep may develop insomnia.

Improve your sleep during the holidays.

The ThinkSMART!™ Program at St. Charles Hospital is Long Island's leading resource for the evaluation and treatment of concussions.

Poor posture can affect our overall health in many ways.

Statins bring your cholesterol into the normal range.

If you have had a nagging dry cough that will not go away, accompanied by fatigue and a sore throat, you may have pneumonia or walking pneumonia.

Getting a flu shot is essential for maintaining good heart health when you have heart disease.

Recognizing the symptoms of an asthma attack, and learning about asthma triggers, can help you get the care you need. 

If you have a lumpectomy or mastectomy, one of the most challenging choices is whether also to have breast reconstruction surgery.

When you visit a cardiologist or hospital to check your heart health, you may need a coronary angiography.

If treated, most cases of strep throat are mild.

If a mammogram or ultrasound shows you may have a suspicious finding, a radiologist will recommend a core needle biopsy.

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.

Know when to get the right care for swimmer's ear or an ear infection.

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

Choosing the right sunscreen is one of the best ways to protect your skin and reduce your risk for skin cancer.

Overuse is the most common cause of tendonitis.

Skin cancer is the most common of all cancers diagnosed in the United States.

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.