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01/09/2026

Congratulations to Roxana Mehran, MD, FACC, FAHA, MSCAI, FESC, on being listed as a Cardiology Leader to Watch in 2026 by Becker's ASC Review, highlighting her internationally recognized accomplishments in cardiology and cardiovascular research: https://mshs.co/4999C4e

01/08/2026

Thinking about getting pregnant? Here’s something you’ll want to start before you even see two lines. Sonya Brar, MD, OB-GYN, explains why taking folic acid two months before trying is so important for your baby’s brain and spinal cord development.

01/08/2026

We are proud to share that the Cardio-Oncology Division at the Mount Sinai Fuster Heart Hospital has once again been honored with the prestigious GOLD Center of Excellence Award by the International Cardio-Oncology Society (ICOS)—the world’s largest organization dedicated to advancing cardiovascular care for cancer patients. This renewed designation extends through 2028, marking another three years of internationally recognized excellence.

This achievement is a testament to the state-of-the-art, specialized cardio-oncology care delivered by Professor Gagan Sahni, MD, FACC, FACP, FIC-OS, and Nurse Practitioner Chime Lhamu, AGACNP-BC, CV-BC, whose leadership and expertise continue to elevate standards for cancer-related cardiovascular care.

01/07/2026

What are the best strategies for winter skincare? In this episode of The Vitals, two of Mount Sinai’s Dermatology experts, Drs. Helen He and Nicholas Brownstone, break down the proper ways to keep your skin healthy in the cold.

To listen to the full episode: https://mshs.co/3L1FBeI

01/06/2026

From turmeric capsules to muscle-building powders like creatine, many people are turning to herbal and dietary supplements. While supplements are generally harmless when taken in moderation, some pose health risks, including unpredictable liver problems, especially when taken in large doses. For this reason, you should always talk to your doctor before taking them.

In this Q&A, Meena B. Bansal, MD, a Mount Sinai liver specialist, explains the risks of supplements, what to watch out for, and how to protect your liver while making informed choices about supplements.

01/04/2026

In late December, the New York State Department of Health reported the highest number of flu cases in a single week since these records were kept, beginning in 2004. The flu season typically peaks in December, January, and February.

In this Q&A, Dr. Jennifer Duchon explains why flu rates are high now, and what you should do about it, especially to protect those most vulnerable people, including children under age 5, pregnant persons, adults over age 65, and those with chronic illnesses or weak immune systems.

01/02/2026

There are times during the cold and flu season when everyone seems to have the sniffles. While you may be tempted to book an appointment with a pediatrician at the sight of a runny nose, several symptoms can be managed with at-home remedies and over-the-counter medications.

Noha Basouny, MD, a pediatrician at Mount Sinai Doctors-Brooklyn Heights, explains what can be done at home, when you need to see the doctor, and how best to protect your child.

01/01/2026

A New Year baby was born at Mount Sinai West as Kathryn and Micheal welcomed their baby girl at 2:42 AM on January 1. The first-time parents from Long Island City rang in 2026 with their daughter’s arrival, born weighing 7 lbs 13 oz and measuring 21 inches long. Congratulations to this beautiful family!

01/01/2026

Mount Sinai Health System wishes you and your loved ones a happy and healthy New Year!

12/30/2025

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12/30/2025

Lindsay MacOdrum and her family have a lot to be thankful for this holiday season—a new chance at life after an unexpected health scare almost turned deadly during a family trip to New York City. And it could have happened to virtually anyone.

The 41-year-old mother and elementary school teacher was visiting from Canada last June with her family. During a bike ride in Central Park, she went into cardiac arrest and collapsed in front of her kids. Her teenage stepson immediately began CPR (he just learned it a week before for a job as a camp counselor). She was rushed to Mount Sinai Morningside. Emergency responders thought her chances of survival were slim. Her parents would later fly in to say their goodbyes.

But thanks to the quick actions of paramedics and doctors in the Emergency Department, and then a medical procedure that discovered an undetected heart condition, she is now back home and her heart is functioning normally.

A Young Mother Is Celebrating the Holidays After a Health Scare Led to Lifesaving Care at Mount Sinai Updated on Dec 13, 2025 | Featured Lindsay MacOdrum visited Times Square shortly before she and her family, including her son Tommy, 9, took a bike ride in Central Park, where she went into cardiac....

12/28/2025

Santa, his elves, and trusty reindeer, facility dog Summer, joined the Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department in spreading Christmas cheer to our patients and families by bringing gifts, coffee, and smiles. Thank you to all who donated for helping to make this holiday season magical!