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Aarathi Nagaraja, MD, CPH, Medical Director of HIV and Hepatitis Programs
Lifestyle
Why is it important to talk about sexual health?Sexual health is an important part of everyone’s health and wellbeing. Many people are wary of talking about sexual health with their primary care provider, but at Sun River Health, we strive to normalize the conversation. Our goal is to increase sexual health literacy, promote engagement, and make sure that everyone has the opportunity to ...
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Sun River Health
Events
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK – Sun River Health, a health care provider with sites throughout the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island, was proud to host an ecoAmerica Climate and Health Equity in Action event on Wednesday, September 25 at their health center on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Panelists Anne Kauffman Nolon, MPH, CEO of Sun River Health, Zoya Teirstein, Staff Write at Grist, ...
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Aarathi Nagaraja, MD, CPH, Medical Director of HIV and Hepatitis Programs
Lifestyle
Hepatitis is a general term used to describe liver inflammation that occurs for different reasons, including infections, toxin-related damage from drugs and alcohol, genetic disorders, or a dysfunctional immune system. The most common types of hepatitis are known as hepatitis A, B, and C.Hepatitis infections need to be diagnosed, monitored, and treated. Viral hepatitis could result in ...
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Asma Khan, MD
Lifestyle
Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries. If you find yourself with a sprained ankle, here are some helpful tips to get you back on your feet in no time.What is an ankle sprain?An ankle sprain happens when one or more ligaments on the outside of the ankle are stretched or torn. You’re most likely to sprain your ankle when your toes are on the ground and your heel is up, as this ...
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Asma Khan, MD
Lifestyle
As the weather gets warmer, it’s time to head to the beach, gear up for sports, and enjoy the outdoors! At this time of year, it’s more important than ever to remember to keep these skin safety tips in mind.Care for your skin.Overexposure to the sun can result in health complications, including skin cancer. Remember these sun safety tips as you and your family spend time outside this ...