Dear Dr. Garner, I am totally confused about when I should get my mammograms. I am 42 years old and have now gotten two mammograms since I turned 40. Do I now wait eight years before getting my next one in view of the new guidelines? Confused about Mammograms in Canarsie Dear Confused, You are definitely not alone in your confusion. ... read more

Dear Dr. Garner, I am 55 years old and am in pretty good shape, although a little overweight. I have been having pain in my right knee. My doctor thinks it is arthritis, and that I might need surgery. I really would like to avoid the knife. Is there anything you think I could do short of surgery. Limping in Little Neck Dear Limping, I was... read more

Dear Dr. Garner, I am 65 years old and in good physical condition. I notice that from time to time I become forgetful. My wife tells me that she read an article in the paper that said that vitamin D could help prevent forgetfulness and keep the mind sharp. Is there any truth to this, and if so how should I go about starting a vitamin D regimen?... read more

Dear Dr Garner, I am a big fan of Lady Gaga. Recently she was told she has lupus. I am concerned, as my mother also has Lupus. How long can people with lupus live? Is there any cure or treatment? Is it contagious? Is the rash contagious? Big Fan of Lady Gaga, in Greenpoint Dear Big Fan, The hardest part I had with your question is... read more

Dear Dr. Garner, I really hope you can help guide me. I have a very embarrassing problem: I sweat too much. This has been happening almost all my life. It turns my clothes yellow, and I am reluctant to go out in public sometimes. It is not just related to one part of my body – my whole body sweats. I have tried extra strength deodorant, with... read more

Dear Dr. Garner, I recently read a study from England that showed that people who work longer days (nine-12 hours) have an increased risk of heart attacks, high blood pressure and diabetes. This is all well and good, but what is my husband to do? He has to work two jobs to keep paying the bills. What can we do about it? Stressed over two jobs... read more

Dear Dr Garner, My best friend lives in a beautiful building with a pool and sun tanning area. She is a teacher and has off much of the summer. The problem is, her addiction to sun tanning. She is at the pool from morning till evening, almost never applying sun tan lotion, and if so, only an oil with a low SPF. Her skin is already getting... read more

Dear Dr. Garner, I’m very concerned about my sister Mary. She has an uncontrollable urge to shop. At first we found it humorous, however, now it is becoming very serious. She has run up large credit card bills, and has unopened purchases throughout the house. When we confront her, she becomes very defensive. Is there such a thing as... read more

Dear Dr. Garner, My daughter-in-law is constantly pushing food at my four-year-old grandchild. She weighs 45 pounds and is 40 inches tall. If you need a picture in your mind, she looks markedly obese. She watches TV all the time and seems to be constantly having snacks and soda. I am concerned that she will always be overweight. Every time I... read more

Dear Dr. Garner, My allergies are killing me. I am afraid to go outside because every time I do, my eyes start burning, I start sneezing and get a terrible headache. Please tell me if there is anything new for allergies. I have taken antihistamines, gotten shots, and even tried steroids. Is there anything you can think of to help me? I love... read more