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An estimated 18 million Americans suffer from a food intolerance that can't be tested called gluten sensitivity, and most are unaware they even have the condition. Learn if you are showing the warning signs.

Nearly half occur before the patient even reaches the hospital. Learn what you can do to increase your chance of survival if you are alone.

BMI is used by physicians to determine what proportion of a person's body weight is from fat. How important and accurate is the calculation?

The long promoted idea that drinking milk is good for your bones may be controversial.

Are computers, smartphones and tablets ruining our eyes?

As the world's most widely used psychoactive stimulant, what affect does caffeine have on headaches, if any?

Early detection of Alzheimer's can be beneficial in accessing potential treatments and providing better planning. Learn about the warning signs that can help you or a loved one.

Limiting your exposure to pollen goes beyond simply not spending time outside, as many everyday activities can worsen allergy symptoms.

After a heart attack, it is understandable that a person might be hesitant to put any added stress on their heart. But should you lay off exercise for good?

Some people believe that they are safe from having a heart attack if they maintain a healthy weight and cholesterol levels. However, there are other factors, such as your family history, which may not be as apparent. 

"Injuries found on the professional basketball court are just as common in the general population,” notes Dr. John Munyak, Sports Medicine Specialist and courtside Team Physician to the Brooklyn Nets. Dr. Munyak, a seasoned physician for NBA players, has treated and helped prevent many injuries for various professional athletes, as well as his own patients. So what injury does he see most frequently in his office and at the Barclays Center?

With the child obesity epidemic at a national high, many parents are looking for fun ways to encourage exercise. However, many question whether certain exercises, such as weight training, can harm a child and stunt their growth. 

Exercise can be daunting for anyone, but many older individuals are often hesitant to start an exercise routine. Many fear that they will injure themselves because it’s unsafe to start due to their current state of health. But is it true?

Should you stretch when you exercise? It’s usually the first and last thing people do when they workout. But does it help prevent injury – or are we just wasting time?

People with fair skin often freckle, and are more likely to burn - so does that mean they have a higher risk of skin cancer? Oncologist and hematologist, Dr. Burdette-Radoux, delivers the verdict.

Myth or Fact? You may be tempted to scratch poison ivy to relieve the itch - but will it cause the rash to spread? Dr. Burnstein, Director of Ermatology, helps us determine the truth.

The start of the new school year is right around the corner, and many parents are making their “Back-to-School Checklist.” While not on the top of most lists, special attention needs to be paid to the type of backpack children use, and how they choose to wear it.

What mental and physical skills do these talented athletes possess in order to perform at such a high level? Maimonides physicians weigh in and analyze the extraordinary abilities of our own Olympic-bound Brooklyn athletes.

Sprinting requires full body strength and uses different types of muscle fibers than other forms of running.

While spectators may pay attention to a fencer's blade-wielding abilities, proper footwork and balance are the keys to success.

Competitive swimming takes a lot of commitment and demands the body to be highly efficient, especially when breathing.

A basketball player's journey to the Olympics  is unique because, unlike many Olympic events, basketball is a team sport. This requires athletes to have a different mindset during competition.

What mental and physical skills do these talented athletes possess in order to perform at such a high level? Maimonides physicians weigh in and analyze the extraordinary abilities of our own Olympic-bound Brooklyn athletes.

Summer is here! But fun in the sun may bring some unwelcome foot problems. Learn how to stay healthy.

It’s officially summer and the we're definitely feeling the heat. Sun protection and bug repellent aren’t the only things we have to worry about. Respiratory problems are more common during the summer months as heat and humidity can make it difficult to breathe and often exacerbate current lung and respiratory health conditions.

Pregnancy is a time of joy, discovery and excitement. But what if you don’t know what to expect when you’re expecting? Our specialists have identified three of the most commonly asked questions to help you on your way to motherhood.

It can be difficult when the parent-child relationship shifts and the child must take on increasing responsibility in the care of his or her parent. Sometimes aging parents won't admit they need help, while others don’t realize that they need it. That’s where you come in. In order to do what’s best to maintain your parents’ health and well-being, it’s important to think about several considerations when planning the future of their care.

Thought ranking systems were only for fantasy sports teams or yelp reviews? Think again. In a 2012 ranking of residential health, Brooklyn ranked 54th out of the 62 counties in New York State.

Brooklynites love their food, especially those go-to New York favorites such as pastrami, pork dumplings, pizza, and coffee. But these beloved foods could be responsible for creating pain and discomfort (and we’re not talking about feeling stuffed after eating an extra slice… or two… of pizza!).