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ÈÕ±¾avÉ«ÇéƬ Physicians Honored in 2025 as the Best in the Country and the New York Metro Area

This year, once again, ÈÕ±¾avÉ«ÇéƬ’s physicians have been named the best in the country. So say their peers—250,000 leading doctors nationwide—who reported their selections to Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., a New York City research and information company that publishes the annual guidebooks America’s Top Doctors and Top Doctors: New York Metro Area.

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Infographic: Going Dry This January?

If you want to gain better control over your alcohol or drug intake, take advantage of Dry January.

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Infographic: Sustainable Resolutions for the New Year

Make your New Year’s resolution last beyond January by choosing sustainable goals.

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Have You Gotten Your Flu Vaccine? It’s Not Too Late

December has arrived, and we have good news if you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet. It’s not too late! Make good health a priority.

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Infographic: Thriving During SAD Season

If winter’s short days and overcast skies get you down, it may be seasonal affective disorder (SAD). The American Psychiatric Association estimates that 1 in 20 American adults experience this winter-based depression. Here’s how to make it to brighter days.

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Infographic: Don’t Let Food Poisoning Ruin Your Day

September is National Food Safety Education Month. Beef up your knowledge to protect your gut and overall health.

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How’s Your Sexual Health Awareness?

Do you pay attention to your sexual health? Learn what a healthy relationship looks like and how to prevent, recognize and treat STIs.

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Infographic: Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental health is part of being healthy for everyone.

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Infographic: Summer Nutrition Tips for Healthy Kids

Seasonal fruits and veggies keep your family eating healthy this summer and beyond.

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Infographic: How to Prevent Lyme Disease

People can get Lyme disease from the bite of an infected tick. Symptoms include a rash, headache, fever and fatigue. Enjoy the outdoors while staying safe from deer ticks and Lyme disease with these tips for prevention.