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Vaccines have profoundly improved public health by eradicating or significantly reducing deadly diseases.

Prostate cancer is often curable, but receiving a diagnosis still brings many difficult choices. Depending on a patient's stage and other health factors, treatment paths can look very different.

Learn who should be cautious, the actual effects of late-night eating, and advice on making the best food choices before bed.

URMC was one of the first departments in the country to establish a pediatric urology practice. Today, it is the largest, most experienced practice in the region and continues to grow.

For parents of children with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD), navigating the world is rarely simple. This is especially true for parents in the initial stages of diagnosis. While ...

The URMC team customizes kidney cancer treatment, integrating surgery, radiation, and immunotherapy to improve patient outcomes.

The words we use when we talk about food can be full of judgment masquerading as health advice. It’s what’s lurking behind the concept of food morality.

UR Medicine experts share what to expect during bariatric surgery recovery, including diet changes, exercise routines, and mental health support to set you up for long-term success.

Cervical cancer screening is one of the best success stories in healthcare. Since the 1970s, the death rate from cervical cancer has dropped by more than half. Alexandra Blackman, MD, shares what you ...

Expert tips to stay healthy this winter.