If night sweats, poor sleep, and brain fog are giving you pause, you’re not alone. The conversation around perimenopause and menopause is taking center stage. Ask women who have already been through “the change,” and they will tell you this: it’s about time.

If you’re looking for insight, tips, or simply some validation, keep reading. Ellen Brunetti, FNP-C, is a board-certified family nurse practitioner at Highland Medical and Clarkstown Medical Associates. She holds a certification in menopause health and shares how women can identify and manage their symptoms.

When it comes to checking yourself for testicular cancer, don’t drop the ball: In 2025, there was an estimated 9,720 cases of testicular cancer, and an estimated 600 men that died from the disease. What’s more: the most frequently diagnosed are men aged 20-34. 
In recognition of Testicular Cancer Awareness Month this April, Daniel Cole, MD, MHS, hematologist and medical oncologist at Highland Medical, Hematology Oncology, provided insight on symptoms, treatment, and prevention. 

When it comes to taking care of your gastrointestinal health, the best advice is simple: go with your gut. If you’ve noticed a change in your bowel habits—or recent reports about rising colon cancer diagnoses have you concerned—now is the time to talk with your doctor. The good news is that advances in screening, prevention, and treatment are saving lives. Ziad Kronfol, MD, FACS, FASCRS, Director of the Department of Surgery and Chief of the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, explains where colon cancer diagnosis and treatment stand today. 

With colon cancer on the rise, especially in younger people, now more than ever it’s time to listen to your gut. In recognition of colorectal cancer awareness this March, our attending gastroenterologists debunk myths and misconceptions about colon health.  

Eric L. Tatar, MD, Highland Medical, Rockland Gastroenterology and Liver Disease

MYTH: I don't need to be screened if I have no symptoms.