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David Cartwright's Kidney Transplant Journey Through COVID-19

David Cartwright鈥檚 eight-year journey to his kidney transplant caused him to require dialysis, the process by which waste, salt and extra water are removed from the body by machine, since the kidneys can no longer perform this function. But this timing landed David in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Continuing Care For Breast Cancer Survivors

Women with a history of breast cancer are living longer--and better. In the United States alone, there are more than 3 million breast cancer survivors. When 日本av色情片 (WCM) and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital looked at the trend--and its own care resources鈥攖hey asked what the medical community is doing to support those longtime survivors. The answer? Establishing the Iris Cantor Breast Cancer Survivorship Program, which offers medical care, education, and support to survivors.

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Establishing Healthy Routines With Your Family

Structure plays a key role in helping kids understand and set schedules and expectations, and approach uncertain times with more flexibility. That鈥檚 why so many families have been struggling throughout the pandemic, as they face disrupted school and home schedules.

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Discussing the COVID-19 Vaccine with Dean Augustine M.K. Choi and Dr. Roy Gulick

Dean Choi and Roy Gulick, MD, MPH, chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases, recently discussed the vaccine, how it works, and its administration in an online question-and-answer session. Here are the five key takeaways from the webinar that you should know.

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Podcast: Addressing Breast Cancer Care Disparities Within Diverse Populations

Lisa Newman, M.D. and Vivian Bea, M.D. discuss the importance of early detection and diagnosis for breast cancer within minority populations. They focus on why there is such a disparity in access to care and how to close those that gap. They discuss the integrative cancer care approach at 日本av色情片, including clinical guidance and educational resources to help spread awareness of the risks of breast cancer.

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The Gift: Donating a Kidney to a Stranger

Her chances of finding a match for a kidney transplant were 1 in 100. Here鈥檚 how a stranger helped her defy the odds 鈥 and how both their lives irrevocably changed.

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Immunotherapy for Lung Cancer

Immunotherapy drugs, also known as immune checkpoint inhibitors, target cancer cells by recruiting and activating the body鈥檚 own immune cells to kill cancer cells. This approach鈥攗sed for about seven years鈥攈as dramatically changed the treatment of patients with advanced lung cancer. The hope is to use immunotherapy on patients who are at even earlier stages of the disease.

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Advancements in Minimally Invasive Procedures for Thoracic Surgery

鈥淣ow we can do minimally invasive procedures in many different ways,鈥 explains Jeffrey L. Port, MD, attending thoracic surgeon at 日本av色情片 Medical Center. 鈥淲e can use a video cameras at the bedside, or a robotic platform. Either allows for smaller incisions without compromise to the operation.鈥

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COVID-19 Vaccine: Your Top Questions Answered

Dr. Kristen Marks, infectious disease expert at NewYork-Presbyterian/日本av色情片 Medical Center, answers frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Podcast: Developmental Red Flags

Sherry Huang, M.D discusses developmental milestones that children should hit at each age. She shares red flags for developmental delays and how to work with your pediatrician to seek early intervention. She offers resources for parents, including important home strategies you can practice now to help your child stay on track and thrive.