The Vitals
The Vitals
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Gain insights about health, science, and wellness with this groundbreaking video podcast from the acclaimed Mount Sinai Health System. Showcasing Mount Sinai's most renowned doctors, researchers, medical experts, and patients, The Vitals explores what happens when the most respected minds in medicine meet at the same table.
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Focuses on health, science, and wellness, with episodes covering pandemic experiences, medical innovation, and patient care. Recent episodes discuss lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing firsthand accounts of frontline healthcare workers and the evolution of treatment strategies.

Gain insights about health, science, and wellness with this groundbreaking video podcast from the acclaimed Mount Sinai Health System. Showcasing Mount Sinai’s most renowned doctors, researchers, medical experts, and patients, The Vitals explores what happens when the most respected minds in medicine meet at the same table.
In this episode of The Vitals, Drs. Helen He and Nicholas Brownstone discuss what really happens to your skin during colder months—and how to protect it using science-based strategies, not skincare hype.
From increased water loss and dryness to flare-ups of eczema, acne, and irritation, winter presents unique challenges for our skin. In this conversation, we explore:
- Why winter causes increased dryness and sensitivity
- The essentials of an effective, dermatologist-approved skincare routine
- How to support and repair your skin barrier
- Common winter skincare mistakes, including long showers
- When cosmetic dermatology, lasers, and injectables fit into overall skin health
- Why sunscreen is still critical—even in winter
- How aging, lifestyle, and environment all intersect with skin health
Learn more about Mount Sinai’s Dermatology practices: https://www.mountsinai.org/care/dermatology
📺 Watch more episodes of The Vitals on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCT7BA-HcHliU8QIXyuk_74L_uH0gyKGt

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