Should we be worried about woodsmoke from our own fireplaces and backyard firepits? Columbia expert Darby Jack, PhD weighs in on the science and offers helpful guidance.
Food can be contaminated with bacteria, chemicals, parasites, poison, and viruses. Columbia's Tiffany Sanchez, PhD, answers common questions about food contamination and how to stay safe.
Nobody wants to get shingles, but unfortunately, many are at risk. We sat down with Columbia expert Priscilla Agyemang, MD, to learn more about shingles and how you can protect yourself.
Norovirus, the most common stomach bug in the United States, makes the rounds every winter. Our expert GI doctor gives tips on how to avoid this highly contagious illness and what to do if you get it.
Breast cancer and gastrointestinal cancers may be on the rise in adults under 50, according to a recent study. We sat down with two Columbia experts to get their perspective.
Everybody poops. But some of us get constipated, including children. Columbia expert Nicole Baron, PNP, explains why constipation can be a problem for kids and how to avoid it.
Most patients want a doctor who understands them. Columbia psychiatrist Marta Braña-Berríos, MD, centers this idea in her care. We spoke with her in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Francisca Kwakye is a junior at the University of Pennsylvania, where she is pursuing her dreams of bringing better access to world-class care for more people, regardless of their income.
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.
Sometimes a diagnosis can feel like a label. This is particularly true when it comes to rare or chronic conditions. Two Columbia experts spoke to us about the good and bad of diagnostic labels.
