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 Wendy L August 14, 2013
Patients who have relied on Plainview Hospital for labor and delivery services at its maternity ward will have to resort to another nearby hospital come Nov. 1. Find out why here!
By Nicole Kohn August 13, 2013
A guide to staying fit and eating healthy right from the comfort of your own home.
By Joe Randazzo August 11, 2013
Senator Charles Schumer is calling for a Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease Prevention, Education, and Research Act. This would widen research on any tick related diseases.
By Debbi Spiegel August 09, 2013
Bring feng shui to your bedroom for a better night's sleep.
By Wendy L August 07, 2013
Blue-green algae were detected at Lake Ronkonkoma. After several days of closure, it is now re-open for swimming with the algae level dropped back down to safety standards.
By Wendy L August 05, 2013
Pay less for your next gaming system, get a free back-to-school physical and free photo print. Check out the offers in this week's Local Steals & Deals!
By Wendy L July 31, 2013
Mosquito samples taken from Huntington, Greenlawn, Northport, East Northport, Holtsville, Selden, Farmingdale and Aquebogue have tested positive for West Nile Virus. Residents are urged to take caution.
By Joe Randazzo July 28, 2013
Its been a busy week for the Long Island College Hospital. A restraining order from Bill De Blasio kept it open, employees were arrested during a protest, and a patient was reported missing.
By Wendy L July 26, 2013
A deadly bacteria has been found in parts of Southampton waters, including Mill Pond in Water Mill and Agawam Lake in Southampton Village. Know what to look out for and the risks blue-green algae poses.
By Joe Randazzo July 20, 2013
The Brooklyn facility, which overlooks the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline, is set to shut down by the end of July.
By Sandra Stelmach July 19, 2013
Locals try to beat the heat by turning up their air conditioners but face potential power outages due to the heat.
By Debbi Spiegel July 19, 2013
Feeling crankier than usual? More irritable? How about your kids? If that's you, you're not alone.
By Esther Forrester July 18, 2013
How to say no and not give your number to every random guy who asks.
By Vickie Moller July 18, 2013
Earlier this month, Congressman Steve Israel called attention to a newly-released National Resources Defense Council report highlighting significant water quality issues at New York beaches and what can be done to mitigate them to ensure ...
By Debbi Spiegel July 16, 2013
Nassau and Suffolk counties are helping residents deal with the heat.
By Wendy L July 08, 2013
The workweek kicks off with more heat and humidity, but some relief is in sight. Also, find tips and advice on staying cool and safe in such hot weather.
By Debbi Spiegel July 02, 2013
Celebrate July with red, white and blue (berries)!
By Wendy L July 01, 2013
If you see a mosquito with black-and-white stripes, take extra caution. The Asian tiger mosquito is not any ordinary pest.
By Wendy L June 28, 2013
The government is seeking to lower the amount of calories, fat, salt and sugar in school children’s diets. Regulations for school lunches went in place this school year, next comes breakfast and snacks.
By Wendy L June 26, 2013
An elderly man who was a resident of an adult care facility on Long Island was brutally assaulted when he resisted taking a shower. The adult caregivers face charges...