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Osteoporosis can weaken bones for years before causing noticeable symptoms. Because the condition often develops silently, misconceptions about who gets osteoporosis, how it feels, and what prevents it can keep people from getting appropriate screening and treatment. At Premier Endocrine in New York City, endocrinologist Sarah Fishman, MD, PhD, evaluates...

A thyroid imbalance can affect far more than your energy level. Because thyroid hormones help regulate metabolism, producing too much or too little can affect your weight, heart rate, temperature tolerance, digestion, mood, menstrual cycle, and more. At Sarah Fishman Premier Endocrine in New York City, endocrinologist Sarah Fishman, MD,...

Think of your menstrual cycle as a team effort directed by your brain and your ovaries. Your brain sends chemical signals down to your ovaries, telling them when it is time to mature an egg and release it each month. As the ovaries respond, they produce key hormones like estrogen...

Your thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland at the base of your neck, but don't let its size fool you. It works as the master engine for your entire metabolic health. From keeping your body warm and your heart beating steadily to powering your daily energy levels and mood, the...

The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus. But...