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October is Also National Spina Bifida Awareness Month

As we move into the fall, the Spina Bifida Association would like you to learn a little bit more about the relatively common birth defect. What should we know about spina bifida?

Breastfeeding Lowers Risk Of Diabetes…For Moms?

We've known for a long time that breastfeeding is great for babies. But a new study shows that it may also be important to the health of mothers.

Early Pesticide Exposure Linked To Attention Deficit Disorder

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and its hyperactive variant (ADHD) are still not well understood. But a new study indicates that they may be caused by pesticides.

Find a Doctor, Prevent Cancer

February is National Cancer Prevention Month, and here at ZocDoc, we take that seriously. There are plenty of ways for you to prevent cancer - avoid tobacco, be safe in the sun, maintain a healthy diet, exercise - but the best way to detect cancer early is to get a cancer screening. Second to heart disease, cancer is the biggest killer in New York City. Currently, we can help you make appointments with ENT Specialists, Dermatologists, and Gynecologists for cancer screenings. Do yourself a favor and book one today.