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Professor Saravanan Thangamani gives an outlook for ticks and mosquitoes in central New York this year. Plastic surgeon Sara Neimanis from the University of Rochester offers some precautions about combining cosmetic surgery with vacations. Pediatric psychologist Henry Roane tells about the expansion of special needs services at Upstate.

Gynecologist Rinki Agarwal discusses the surgery that may prevent ovarian cancer in women at high risk for the disease. Syracuse University chemistry professor Robert Doyle tells about developing a diabetes drug without side effects. And physician-scientist Mobin Karimi explains his work on a rare condition called graft versus host disease which can threaten people who undergo transplants.

This week on Healthlink on Air, philosopher and bioethicist L. Syd Johnson addresses vaccine mandates and other ethical issues tied to the pandemic. Pediatricians Alicia Pekarsky and Erin Hanley tell how to create a safe sleep environment for your infant, and why sleeping with your baby can be so dangerous. And neuroscience professor Stephen Faraone explains what parents can do if they think their child has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Neurologist Gene Latorre explains new guidelines for preventing secondary strokes. Geriatrician Sharon Brangman and community research liaison Kathy Royal unveil an initiative to increase diversity in medical research. Infectious disease specialist Elizabeth Harausz discusses the threat of tuberculosis.

Vincent Calleo, MD, medical director of the Upstate New York Poison Center, urges caution in giving melatonin to young children. Pediatric oncologist Gloria Kennedy, MD, talks about the role of genetics in childhood cancers. Registered dietitian nutritionist Katie Krawczyk shares a recipe for a healthier macaroni and cheese. Psychiatrist Nayla Khoury explores ways to reduce anxiety.

A look at what to expect if you or someone you love is hospitalized, from Tina Passett and Karen Wentworth from Upstate's Office of Patient Experience. And regional long-term care ombudsman manager Rebecca Alder tells about her role and the need for more volunteers. What parents can do if they suspect their child has ADHD is outlined by Stephen Faraone, PhD, Upstate psychologist and ADHD researcher.

Hanan Goldberg explains how aquablation can treat enlarged prostates. Pediatric infectious disease expert Joe Domachowske provides COVID guidelines for kids returning to school. And public health professor Chris Morley discusses the reliability of rapid antigen tests for COVID-19.

Ophthalmologist Mark Breazzano shares research into an increase in vitamin A deficiency, which can cause vision problems. Pediatric gastroenterologist Aamer Imdad discusses the iron content of food. Pharmacists Eric Balotin and Meaghan Murphy tell how people in need can obtain prescription medications.

Facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Sherard Tatum tells about his medical mission trip to Ukraine. Orthopedic surgeon Zachary Vredenburgh explains how to care for aging knees. Scientist Adam Waickman discusses how people can volunteer for his research into dengue virus.

Upstate social workers Rubina Dhillon and Renee Gregg talk about steering people away from street violence. Kornelia Polyak, MD, Ph.D., from Harvard Medical School and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, gives an overview of breast cancer and shares insights from her research. And Upstate ophthalmologist Mark Breazzano, MD, explains how to protect your eyes from blue light.