Patient Care How to Ski Smarter: Staying Safe on the Slopes By Lori Barrette Feb. 11, 2026 Love winter sports? Learn how to ski smarter and reduce injury risk with practical safety tips from UR Medicine sports medicine experts.
Patient Care Caring for Cancer Patients in Cold Weather By Ruth Harper-Rhode Feb. 3, 2026 Cold winter weather can be uncomfortable, but for people undergoing cancer treatment, it can present some serious challenges. Wilmot Cancer Institute Nurse Cassie Adams offers insights on the risks ...
Patient Care Daily Aspirin: Worth the Risks? By Lori Barrette, Susanne Pallo Feb. 2, 2026 Taking a daily aspirin was long touted as a simple way to stave off a heart attack or stroke, but recent evidence suggests that the risks of daily aspirin outweigh the benefits for people over 60 and ...
Patient Care How to Fight the Winter Blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) This Winter By Sydney Burrows Jan. 27, 2026 With shorter days, freezing temperatures, and less sunlight during winter, many people experience a low mood or lack of energy—often called the “winter blues." UR Medicine experts share their ...
Patient Care How to Shovel Snow Without Injury By Elizabeth Beach Jan. 25, 2026 Snow shoveling can be tough on our muscles—especially the lower back. Remember these expert tips for avoiding injury during this snowy New York winter.
Patient Care Early Signs of Congenital Heart Defects in Babies: What Parents Should Watch For By Kathleen Rock Jan. 22, 2026 Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are the most common type of birth defect. While most are minor and can be detected early, knowing what's normal—and what needs evaluation—can help parents act quickly ...
Patient Care Flu Facts vs. Fiction: Your Guide to the 2026 Flu Season By Kathleen Rock Jan. 11, 2026 Wondering what’s true about the flu? URMC infectious disease experts share reliable information about the flu vaccine, symptoms, and prevention to help you stay healthy this season.
Patient Care Flu-Proofing Your Home: Proven Ways to Protect Your Family This Season By Kathleen Rock Jan. 9, 2026 Protect your family during the 2026 flu season with expert recommendations from UR Medicine. Learn vaccination timing, home hygiene strategies, and answers to common flu questions.
Patient Care Why Does My Child’s Stomach Hurt? 5 Common Causes of Stomach Pain in Kids By Kathleen Rock Jan. 8, 2026 "My stomach hurts." It's one of the most common complaints from school-aged children and young teens. Occasional stomach pain in kids is normal, but when it happens often, it's important to know the ...
Research Researchers Raise Concerns about Faster Aging, Possible Early-Onset Dementia, for Children and Young Adult Cancer Survivors By Leslie Orr Jan. 7, 2026 New research centers on adopting healthier habits.
