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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 Eric Anderson September 20, 2013
Anyone who ate at the restaurant between September 7 and 19 may have been exposed to Hepatitis A.
By Sandra Stelmach September 18, 2013
Volunteers from across Long Island came together this past weekend for more than just a day at the beach. Long Island residents came together for the 28th Annual International Coastal Cleanup at Garvies Point and ...
By Christian Abbatecola September 11, 2013
New warning labels for opioids are intended to help doctors and patients prevent Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, thanks in part to Senator Schumer.
By Sandra Stelmach September 02, 2013
The last day of the Electric Zoo Music Festival cancelled due to four people in intensive care and two deaths.
By Joe Randazzo August 30, 2013
A worker in Southampton's Driver's Seat Restaurant has been diagnosed with Hepatitis A. Those who may be infected can be treated for free by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services.
By Debbi Spiegel August 30, 2013
Tips to stay healthy this school year!
By Joe Randazzo August 18, 2013
Activists who fought against SUNY Downstate's decision to shut down the hospital achieved the victory they were looking for.
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.
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