According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is among the ten leading causes of disability and death in the United States. However, when a stroke strikes, it's important to act fast, said Dr. Paul Magda, a neurologist at CareMount Medical. It might just save a life."During a common stroke, oxygen and nutrients are blocked from supplying vital brain areas, by a clot within ...

PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- As organized fall sports resume and young athletes once again return to the playing fields, complaints of knee and heel pain can become a common cry amongst growing children.According to the experts at CareMount Medical, the reasoning for this common pain is largely due to the normal growth process."Between the ages of 9 and 14 years old, children go through ...

When it comes to preparing our bodies for the powerful summer sun, a bit of early-season color seems to be a natural defense against redness and burning. However, according to dermatologists, developing what's known as a "base tan" and beginning UV exposure early can be deadly.Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. In fact, one in five Americans ...

Looking to stay fit or get back in shape? It turns out, you're not alone.Recent studies have shown that after decades of immobility, Americans are becoming more and more physically active. According to a 2015 survey, 55 percent of people polled indicated they exercised frequently, a rate that has been increasing since 2008. However, sticking with a regular routine can be difficult. ...

With class back in session, fall is the ideal time to schedule a back-to-school eye exam. From books and papers to iPads and laptops, having healthy eyes can have a significant impact on a student's learning and prevent in-classroom struggles."The purpose for a checkup is to identify and address any vision problems early on, before they may lead to learning problems and falling ...

A rite of passage since early childhood, annual physical exams are commonplace among most healthy Americans. However, this onetime routine check-up has come into question in recent years, due in part to a perceived lack of correlation between check-ups and long-term health. Does the traditional annual check-up still matter? Although the reasoning for the visit may have changed, many ...

As we age, our skin can undergo various transformations. Due to sun exposure, genetics and other environmental factors, dark blemishes can appear on the face, arms and other exposed areas. Often times, these "age spots" are no more than a harmless overproduction of pigment, but sometimes they can be a warning sign of a larger problem."Age spots appear as freckles," ...

PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- For patients seeking personalized medical care in the Hudson Valley, some of the region's best care is available right around the corner with the addition of six new doctors to the CareMount Medical staff.Dr. Monica Gupta joins the team as a specialist in endocrinology and metabolism. A graduate of Drexel University, she brings a track record of treatment and ...

A breast cancer diagnosis can trigger a host of immediate questions and concerns. However, knowing the right questions to ask can make all the difference when beginning treatment said Dr. Lyda E. Rojas Carroll, director of Breast Surgery at Mount Sinai Health System at CareMount Medical.Below, she shared five questions to consider when newly-diagnosed:What is the stage and type of ...

We all do things we regret. However, when a bad decision results in a tattoo, undoing what's designed to be a lifelong image can be difficult -- and painful.Tattoos have become increasingly popular and acceptable in today's society: some 30 percent of Americans have at least one tattoo. "However, with age and lifestyle changes, many of these people – up to 25 percent -- admit they ...