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Nivee P. Amin, M.D., M.H.S. discusses women's heart health. She shares the signs and symptoms of heart disease that are unique to women, including the impacts of stress. She also highlights the latest tests that are available to detect cardiovascular issues. Finally, she discusses what women can do right now to keep their hearts healthy.

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Today's episode of Kids Health Cast comes from our Women's Health Wednesday series on Back to Health. Georges Sylvestre, M.D. discusses the importance of preventing birth defects. He shares the risk factors that can increase the likelihood of having a baby with a birth defect. He also highlights the precautions that pregnant adults can practice during the prenatal period, including the benefits of taking folic acid. Finally, he discusses what expecting mothers can do to decrease the risk of having a baby with certain abnormalities.

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Mary Vo, M.D. discusses diabetic neuropathy. She shares the cause of nerve damage and how it impacts patients with diabetes. She also discusses the latest treatments for the condition and how it can be preventable or reversible.

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On this special episode of Women's Health Wednesday, we're resharing our Cervical Health Awareness episode from January 2021, featuring Evelyn Cantillo, M.D., MPH. She shares the latest recommendations about the HPV vaccine and preventing cervical cancer. She offers guidance on keeping a healthy cervix and the importance of self-care for women.

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Rachel Stahl, MS, RD, CDN, CDCES, talks about setting manageable health goals and sticking to your new year's resolutions. She shares her tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and how patients can avoid the excess weight gain during the winter months. Finally, she highlights how setting goals can help you to keep those resolutions throughout the new year!

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Georges Sylvestre, M.D. discusses the importance of preventing birth defects. He shares the risk factors that can increase the likelihood of having a baby with a birth defect. He also highlights the precautions that pregnant adults can practice during the prenatal period, including the benefits of taking folic acid. Finally, he discusses what expecting mothers can do to decrease the risk of having a baby with certain abnormalities.

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Kellyann Niotis, M.D., discusses Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). She shares the genetic risk factors for developing AD and the age at which many people may begin to exhibit symptoms. She discusses some of the recent advancements in treating AD and the ongoing research towards finding a cure. Finally, she provides some behavioral strategies for patients and their loved ones for optimizing memory and cognitive functions.

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Padmaja Kandula, M.D. discusses what patients should know about epilepsies. She shares the symptoms of seizures and what to do if you see someone experiencing different types. She also examines diet and its role in epilepsy treatment. Finally, she highlights the expectations patients should have if surgical options are discussed.

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Silky Pahlajani, M.D. discusses women's brain health. She shares tips on how to help prevent dementia and the important risk factors to consider. She also highlights how women can decrease the effects of aging and reduce the likelihood of onset for Alzheimer’s disease.

Linnie Golightly, M.D., and Susana Morales, M.D. discuss how Weill Cornell Medicine is continuing to promote vaccine confidence and the ongoing efforts to combat COVID-19. They discuss the history of vaccine development and the research that went into developing the COVID-19 vaccines. The panelists address issues related to health disparities faced by minority and poor populations and the ways to promote vaccination within those communities. Finally, they answer questions that people may have around the vaccines and provide information for how patients can get vaccinated at WCM.

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