Food allergies affect millions of children and their families. With the back-to-school season in full swing, it's the perfect time to explore how food allergies impact kids in the classroom, at lunch time and even during after school activities. In this episode, experts from Stony Brook Medicine discuss how to keep children safe, included and empowered.

Experts:

Brianne Navetta-Modrov, MD

Diane Cymerman, MD

Susan Schuval, MD

*DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.

New York Governor Hochul’s Bell-to-Bell Policy prohibits cell phone use during the entire school day. While the policy sets this overarching rule, it also grants schools the flexibility to develop their own strategies for enforcement, ensuring they maintain open lines of communication with parents. In this episode, experts delve into the policy’s design and its goal of fostering stronger connections between students and their work, teachers and peers.

Experts:

Anthony Anzalone, PsyD

Saurabh Gupta, MBBS

Brian Zahn, PhD

*DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.

Lifestyle Medicine involves the use of evidence-based lifestyle therapeutic approaches to prevent, treat, and, oftentimes, reverse lifestyle-related, chronicdiseases like obesity, hypertension, diabetes, depression, heart disease, arthritis, heart burn, lung and kidney diseases, dementia and cancer. In this episode, experts from Stony Brook Medicine discuss the six pillars of lifestyle medicine, including nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, social connections and avoidance of risky substances.

Experts:

Raja Jaber, MD

Astha Muttreja, MD, MPH

Anu Paranandi, MD

Maryta Marzano, PhD, NP

*DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professionalmedical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.

Coming out is a deeply personal journey—one that can be empowering, emotional, and sometimes overwhelming. In this episode of HEALTH Yeah!, experts from Stony Brook Medicine share tips and personal and professional experiences to help you navigate the coming out process in your own time and your own way. Whether you're thinking about taking that first step or supporting someone who is, this conversation is here to remind you: you are not alone. For more information about coming out, visit: https://www.stonybrookmedicine.edu/LGBTQ/tips-for-coming-out. And for more information about LGBTQ* care at Stony Brook Medicine, visit:https://www.stonybrookmedicine.edu/LGBTQ

Experts:

Adam Gonzalez, PhD (he/him)

Allison Eliscu, MD, FAAP (she/her)

Rebecca (Becca) Martowski (she/her)

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths both worldwide and within the United States. Our experts within the comprehensive Lung Cancer and Chest Disease Center at Stony Brook Medicine provide multidisciplinary care for lung cancer or suspected lung cancer and other conditions of the lungs. The specialists on the team collaborate with each other to determine an optimal individualized treatment plan, as well as with the patient and family members to address personal needs and quality-of-life issues.

Experts:

Ankit Dhamija, MD

Denise Albano, DNP

Amna Sher, MD

Kartik Mani, MD, PhD

*DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professionalmedical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot (thrombus) forms in one or more of the deep veins in your body, usually in your legs (calf or thigh) orthe pelvis. Deep vein thrombosis can cause leg pain or swelling but can also have no symptoms. DVT is a serious condition, but the good news is that awareness and simple lifestyle changes can make a big difference in prevention.

Experts:

Angela Kokkosis, MD

Matthew Pergamo, MD

*DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professionalmedical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.

Long Island is a hotspot for ticks, Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. Suffolk County, in particular, is considered a high-risk area. Stony BrookMedicine plays a significant role in tick-borne diseases research. And the Regional Tick-Borne Disease Resource Center's Clinic, located in Hampton Bays, offers specialized care for adults and children concerned about tick bites, Lyme disease, and other tick-borne illnesses.

Experts:

Andrew Handel, MD

Gerald Simons, MPAS, DFAAPA, PA-C

Sandeep Gandhi, MD, FACP, FIDSA

*DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professionalmedical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.

Suffering from allergies? You're not alone. Millions of kids and adults in the United States experience seasonal allergies. In this episode of HEALTH Yeah!, experts from Stony Brook Medicine dive into some of the causes, symptoms, treatment options and more.

Experts:

Brianne Navetta-Modrov, MD

Susan Schuval, MD

*DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.