From the moment the first sip is taken, alcohol has a range of mental and physical effects on the body. We break down exactly what happens in the moment, the next day, and in the long-term.

Have you ever wondered what happens after you have a urine or blood sample collected?

Home health care is skilled care provided by certified medical professionals like nurses, speech/occupational/physical therapists and aides, delivered right in your home.

As events and sporting games resume, Melissa Bronstein, director of Infection Prevention, discusses the guidelines for both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals.

You may find yourself in need of an asymptomatic COVID-19 test for a variety of reasons. But how should you go about getting one? Here's a go-to guide.

This year's flu season is more unique that any year before because of COVID-19. Here are the 2020/21 flu season numbers and final flu season numbers for 2019/20.

The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine is now being distributed for administration in New York State. Here's what experts know.

While on the road, staying alert and aware of your surroundings can help keep yourself and others safe. Here are a few tips on staying safe while driving from Rochester Regional Health's Safety and Security team.

Laboratory professionals play an important role in collecting, handling, testing and reporting on samples obtained from patients. Learn about the teams that work in clinical labs and pathology services.

Rochester Regional Health Immediate Care locations accept walk-in evaluations for COVID-19, including possible PCR and rapid testing options.

Teens aged 12 and older are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccines in New York State. Dr. Cynthia Christy answers common questions from parents & teenagers.

Feeling anxious or uneasy about returning to normal as the pandemic ends? Dr. Garry Spink of Rochester Regional Health provides 3 tips to help cope.

All individuals over the age of 16 who live, work or study in New York State are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccines.

Neurologist Dr. Davila-Martinez explains what to know about epilepsy and how it can be treated.

Information on when to get preventive screenings for common cancers and heart disease from Rochester Regional Health providers.

Primary care physician Sonia Dar, MD, tells us why you should maintain contact with your primary care provider now more than ever.

Three COVID-19 vaccines are currently approved in the United States. Here's what we know about them.

Erik Olsen, MD, debunks three common misconceptions about colonoscopies and explains the importance of the procedure.

Registered Dietician Will Goodness provides advice on tailoring your diet to benefit your brain.

Once you get vaccinated, what does it mean for mask-wearing, travel, social gatherings, herd immunity, and more? Drs. Maryrose Laguio-Vila and Robert Mayo provide their insight.

Pediatrician Ana Stocia, MD discusses ways parents can help calm their fussy newborn and provides long-term solutions to fussiness.

Can certain vitamins help prevent and treat COVID-19? Hannah Smith, RD, CDN, provides insight on the impact of vitamins on the immune system.

A recent congressional report has parents reeling after finding arsenic, lead and other toxic metals in several well-known brands of baby food. Experts say not to panic – but do make some changes for the future.

Chief Medical Officer Tara Gellasch, MD, helps us understand how the COVID-19 vaccines can impact pregnant and breastfeeding women and whether the vaccines are safe.