In an interview with the Health Channel, Cristina Flanagan Duran, Genetics Counselor with Miami Cancer Institute, breaks down which genes are associated with hereditary breast cancer.  First, Cristina talks about BRCA 1 and 2. She says that these are high risk genes for breast cancer. There are different estimates of how likely you are to…...

In an interview with the Health Channel, Dr. Priyanka Grover, a Breast Imaging Radiologist with Baptist Health South Florida, makes distinctions between some of the myths and facts associated with breast cancer.  The first assertion Dr. Grover talks about the idea that most breast cancers run in families. She says that this is a myth…...

In an interview with the Health Channel, Dr. Staur Mautner, a Breast Surgeon with Miami Cancer Institute, talks about new advancements in treatment for breast cancer. Dr. Mautner says that these new treatments are coming out almost on an annual basis and are moving towards more specific tailoring to a patient’s individual needs.  Breast cancer…...

“Many potential risk factors associated with breast cancer have to do with a patient’s lifestyle,” explains Dr. Lauren Carcas, Medical Oncologist with Miami Cancer Institute. In an interview with the Health Channel, Dr. Carcas outlines what these potential risks are and what to watch out for.  Weight is the first risk factor that Dr. Carcas…...

Not all breast cancers are the same. In an interview with the Health Channel, Dr. Jane Mendez, a Breast Surgery Specialist, elaborates upon the different types of breast cancer. Dr. Mendez explains that it is important to differentiate and understand the specifics of the different types of breast cancers to provide a more accurate diagnosis…...

Tragic Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) fatalities happen every year. But the American Academy of Pediatrics has developed new guidelines to help keep babies safe. Guidelines include putting babies to bed on their backs on a flat, non-inclined surface without any kind of soft bedding...

Researchers say most children have had a bout with RSV by the time they’re 2 years old. The virus is very contagious for both children and adults. Usual treatments include painkillers and vaporizers.  But in very young children RSV can cause significant congestion and high fevers...

Long COVID, a poorly understood and long-lasting condition can affect those diagnosed with this condition in many different ways. There are treatments available for some of the symptoms, but virtual mental health therapy has had some success in helping those who are suffering to better cope...