Maintaining your health is something that is important to everyone, and with the medical advances that are made, it seems as though there are new ways to improve your health & wellness each and every day. Long Island Health & Wellness articles will give you the scoop on the important health issues you'll want to know about, as well as topics of specific interest to Long Islanders.
By Long Island News & PR April 24, 2014
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone reminds parents to make sure that their children are up-to-date on immunizations
By Wendy L April 24, 2014
Everyday dollar bills are exchanged from hand to hand, but what's really being passed along? A new study finds hundreds and hundreds of bacteria lurking on money.
By Wendy L April 21, 2014
Beware if you're a consumer of hot dogs. There's been a recall!
By Wendy L April 18, 2014
Have prescription drugs that you no long use or that have expired? Dispose of them properly through an initiative with the Drug Enforcement Administration on April 26th.
By Long Island News & PR April 17, 2014
Revisions to the Toxic Substances Control Act Would Eliminate Powers of States to Protect Public Health and the Environment.
By Wendy L April 17, 2014
As more states legalize marijuana use, a new study out this week questions whether it is for the better. The study shows young adults using marijuana, even occasionally, face abnormal brain changes.
By Christian Abbatecola April 15, 2014
Suffolk residents under the age of 21 will soon find it a little harder to get a hold of cigarettes, e-cigs, and other smoking products.
By Long Island News & PR April 15, 2014
Liz Holzknecht Surpasses Fundraising Goal of $1,000; Sister Attended Camp For Eight Years Before Passing in 2013.
By Sharon Lindell April 14, 2014
Life can be so fast paced that we can forget about the importance of our environment. Be sure to reflect this Earth Day on ways to keep our home safe.
By Eric Anderson April 13, 2014
Take these precautions to avoid illnesses that come from ticks.
By Wendy L April 11, 2014
A group of researchers have successfully recreated vaginas in the laboratory to function properly with women absent of the part or who have underdeveloped vaginas due to a rare condition.
By Long Island News & PR April 10, 2014
Ask most people which time of the year they think has the highest suicide rate and they will answer during the dark and cold winter, especially around the holidays. Instead, recent studies continue to report ...
By Wendy L April 10, 2014
The next time you grab that fruit juice pouch for the kids, take these extra steps to check for mold.
By Long Island News & PR April 09, 2014
Precautions Can Help Prevent Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases.
By Long Island News & PR April 09, 2014
Administration’s Proposed Cuts To Medicare Advantage Would Have Hurt 1 Million NYers, Potentially Raising Premiums and Forcing Many Seniors To Switch Doctors and Plans.
By Wendy L April 08, 2014
A Long Island nursing home entertained its residents by hiring a stripper.
By Eric Anderson April 06, 2014
A vegetarian diet may have some significantly negative effects on your health, according to Austrian researchers.
By Christian Abbatecola April 06, 2014
Scientists in Australia have found an antimicrobial peptide capable of targeting and destroying cancer cells.
By Wendy L April 03, 2014
E-cigarettes are claimed to be a safer alternative to traditional cigarette smoking, but they pose a danger to children. Pressure is on for the FDA to have oversight over the products.
By Wendy L April 02, 2014
It's the start of the spring allergy season! Some can soon find relief by simply taking a pill in place of an allergy shot.