Patient Care Does Halloween Candy Really Cause a Sugar Rush? What Parents Should Know By Kathleen Rock Oct. 7, 2026 Learn how sugar affects children, whether Halloween candy causes hyperactivity, the truth about Red 40, and healthy ways to manage treats.
Patient Care Bariatric Surgery vs GLP-1s: Can They Work Together? By Elizabeth Beach Sep. 23, 2026 Comparing bariatric surgery vs. GLP-1 medications for weight loss? Learn how they work, potential risks and benefits, and whether they can be used together.
Patient Care School Year Stress: Acing the Back-to-School Season By Elizabeth Beach, Kathleen Rock Aug. 24, 2026 A guide for parents from URochester Medicine experts during the busy back-to-school season.
Patient Care What Is GLP-1 Microdosing? Safety & Risks By Elizabeth Beach Aug. 19, 2026 What is GLP-1 microdosing? Learn about compounded GLP-1 medications, compounding pharmacies, safety concerns, and what doctors recommend.
Patient Care Is Your Young Athlete Eating Enough? The Hidden Risks of Under-Fueling By Kathleen Rock Jul. 31, 2026 Learn the signs of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), why young athletes are at risk, and when to seek care from URochester Medicine experts.
Patient Care Hydration 101: Drinking 8 Glasses of Water and Other Myths Debunked By Sydney Burrows Jul. 13, 2026 Getting to the bottom of what hydration tips are fact and what’s fiction.
Patient Care Prebiotics vs. Probiotics: What’s the Difference and Do You Need Both? By Rebecca Youmell Jul. 6, 2026 Prebiotic sodas are growing in popularity, but do you need to stock your fridge with these “functional” beverages or does your diet already have what you need? A University of Rochester Medicine ...
Patient Care Are Energy Drinks Bad for You? By Sydney Burrows May. 13, 2026 Energy drinks are growing in popularity as an alternative pick-me-up to coffee, but are they safe for your heart? Not when consumed frequently or in large quantities, says cardiac electrophysiologist ...
Patient Care How to Lower Cholesterol Naturally By Elizabeth Beach Apr. 14, 2026 Learn how to lower cholesterol with diet, exercise, and expert-backed treatments. URochester Medicine Cardiologist explains LDL vs. HDL, causes of high cholesterol, and when medication may be needed.
Patient Care Are InBody Scans More Accurate Than Weight Scales? By Barb Ficarra Apr. 12, 2026 If you’re looking to get fit and shed some pounds, here’s something you should know: Watching your weight—that single number on the bathroom scale—is one of the worst ways to track your progress.
