Diana Kelly Levey

It’s normal to have a lot of questions about what can happen during the test—particularly how to prepare a child physically and mentally for the experience.
Is MRI Safe for Children?
Data from 40 years of scanning show that MRI is very safe for kids. “It is used routinely,” says Diego Jaramillo, MD, MPH, FACR, Director of Pediatric Imaging at HSS. Sometimes, MRI can require injection of a type of dye that allows the radiologist to better see structures in the body. But “most studies [also cal...

Some children have these problems because of issues with hormones, their genes, their diet, or other health problems like kidney or celiac diseases. Two common bone problems in kids are osteoporosis and rickets. Osteoporosis means the bones are not very dense and can break easily. Rickets, a condition that results in weak bones, is most commonly caused by vitamin D deficiency, says Dr. Weiner.
“In pediatrics, we want to make sure we're being as cautious as possible to preserve bone health, sa...

A diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or other inflammatory arthritis conditions like ankylosis, spondylitis and psoriatic arthritis, can present enormous physical and emotional challenges. They are confronted with the tasks of:
understanding a chronic illness
managing a host of symptoms
choosing among complex treatment options
coping with potential changes in independence, self-esteem, work and family roles
To help people better understand and cope with their diagnosis, HSS offers free su...

It’s normal to have a lot of questions about what can happen during the test—particularly how to prepare a child physically and mentally for the experience.
Is MRI Safe for Children?
Data from 40 years of scanning show that MRI is very safe for kids. “It is used routinely,” says Diego Jaramillo, MD, MPH, FACR, Director of Pediatric Imaging at HSS. Sometimes, MRI can require injection of a type of dye that allows the radiologist to better see structures in the body. But “most studies [also cal...

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Caring for senior dogs can be rewarding and simultaneously demanding on a pet parent. As your relationship with your dog deepens, their health challenges can begin to multiply.
Millions of pets adopted during the pandemic are entering their golden years, which means their needs are likely starting to change. One of the most common signs of ag...

You’ve likely heard of cortisol as “the stress hormone,” the one that spikes when your boss drops a big project in your inbox or when you’re running late and stuck in traffic.
But cortisol is more than just your internal “let’s get out of here” system; it’s also a key player in how your body regulates sleep.
This sleep hormone follows a natural 24-hour rhythm that helps you wake up feeling alert and allows the body to properly wind down at night. When it’s not functioning properly, your sleep...

Food recalls rose 15% from 2020 to 2024, with issues such as salmonella exposure and mislabeled products.
Recalls often result from manufacturers detecting problems post-production or health agencies recognizing illness clusters through investigations.
Experts attribute this rise to improved traceability and technology, as opposed to a decline in food safety standards.
Lately, it seems like there’s a new food recall issued every few weeks. And the uptick isn't your imagination: Between 2020 a...

When marketing departments think about how to target Gen Z audiences and bring them into the fold, they often think of digital-first strategies. That’s a great start but, it’s not the only way to attract that demographic and it’s an incomplete strategy if a brand wants their attention.
What’s missing?
Swag.
Branded products and merch that build buzz are often forgotten tools that businesses need to employ as part of their marketing plan.
According to 2024 data from Promotional Products Associ...

Below, two registered dietitians share their favorite foods to add to summer dishes this season. Rather than following unsustainable diet trends that not only interfere with weight loss success, but can also derail motivation and make you feel hungry and deprived, you can enjoy these delicious summer foods under 100 calories to feel full and satiated.
1. Peaches
Serving size: One medium-size peach = 70 calories
Expert take: One peach is a good source of vitamin C. Notably, vitamin C helps kee...

Giving dogs pills can require some savvy hiding skills, depending on how eager your dog is for food to ignore their daily medication. We’ve been sneaking our dog’s medication to him in a teaspoon to a tablespoon of peanut butter. It’s one way pet parents probably tried at times, but if you want to learn how to give a dog a pill that is a lower-calorie, controlled option, you might use pill pouches for dogs.
Giving pills to dogs in food is a common way to administer medicine, but it can be str...

When Kristen White, of southwestern Missouri, started wearing a white glove to protect her painful, cracked hands, her friends nicknamed her “Michael Jackson.” But behind this lighthearted teasing was a five-year struggle with undiagnosed eczema that would ultimately transform her professional life.
After enduring countless doctor visits, inconclusive allergy tests, and the physical agony of dyshidrotic eczema, White discovered what numerous medical professionals had missed: her skin conditio...