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.” 

AFib or Atrial Fibrillation affects approximately 11 million adults in the U.S., according to the American College of Cardiology. While it can be a serious and potentially life-threatening illness, there are many ways, with proper management, that most people with AFib can continue to live normal lives.

Adrienne Fueg, MD, FACS, Surgeon with Highland Surgical Associates and Trauma Program Medical Director at Montefiore Nyack Hospital, shares tips for avoiding common winter injuries.

It’s common to feel a drop in mood once the holiday season ends. Long January days, limited sunlight, and colder temperatures can leave many people feeling more tired, craving comfort foods, and wanting to “hibernate” by sleeping more or spending more time alone. However, for some, the winter months bring a kind of depression that is more than the ‘winter blues’ called seasonal affective disorder (SAD).