Statistics show more young people, especially those from the Hispanic community are increasingly seeking mental health treatment. Experts believe the greater acceptance of mental health therapy is what’s driving this increase. There does not appear to be a similar increase among older adults...

Recent new therapies for depression can work very quickly, in as little as a few hours, but there can be significant side effects. Treatments are generally infusions given in a clinical setting...

Certain foods can help to boost the immune system and may help the body ward off common infections. The best foods for boosting the immune system contain high natural concentrations of vitamins and minerals...

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…...