Blog: Insight from the Health Center team

Reproductive health is more than just birth control or pregnancy—it’s a vital part of whole-body wellness. From puberty through menopause and beyond, Mount Sinai offers personalized, expert care at every stage of a woman’s life, including fertility counseling, peri/menopause support, and gynecology services through your employer-sponsored membership to The Health Center at Hudson Yards.

As spring brings allergies—sneezing, itchy eyes, and sniffles—this blog will guide you on how to identify and steer clear of allergen triggers, as well as share effective tips to prevent and manage allergy symptoms.

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Yet, the vast majority of heart-related conditions are preventable, and many are even reversible. Adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle—including eating a balanced diet, staying physically active, and managing stress—can significantly enhance cardiovascular health and help keep potential issues at bay.

GLP-1 medications like Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Ozempic are gaining popularity for weight loss, but their long-term effects are still under study. Read on to learn how GLP-1s work, as well as 5 alternative ways your onsite care team and specialists from The Health Center at Hudson Yards can help you achieve long-lasting and healthy weight loss.

By now, it is well known that gut health is important for mental well-being. Over the last decade, there has been an uptick in research investigating what some people refer to as the ‘second brain,’ and the connection of the gut-brain axis (GBA,) which links our central nervous system (CNS) to our enteric nervous system (ENS).

Consider making the Great American Smokeout—held this year on November 21—the first day of your journey toward a smoke-free life.

The Health Center is offering onsite flu shots to safeguard your health. We’re here to answer your questions on flu, COVID-19, and how to protect yourself and others.

Summer is in full swing, and so is the sun! Protecting your skin from harmful UV rays is crucial for preventing damage and warding off premature aging. Understanding these rays is key—can you differentiate between UVA, UVB, and UVC rays? If not, don’t worry! We’ve got you covered. Check out our quick rundown to learn why—and how—to safeguard your skin this sunny season.

We caught up with Mount Sinai’s Alexander Ruvinsky, PT, MSPT (he’s always moving!) to learn how physical therapy isn’t just about treatment—it’s about empowering you with the knowledge to take control of your health.