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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 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...
By Debbi Spiegel June 26, 2013
Summer 2013 is off to a sticky start!
By Christian Abbatecola June 20, 2013
Dunkin Donuts isn't known for its healthy food options, but hopes to change that image by introducing gluten-free products before its competitors.
By Debbi Spiegel June 19, 2013
Tips for keeping the kids safe this summer!
By Lyndsay McCabe June 18, 2013
Schumer is asking colleges and universities to implement new standards for diagnosing and prescribing medicine for ADD/ADHD to make it more difficult for students to obtain drugs like Adderall and Ritalin to use illicitly for ...
By Joe Randazzo June 18, 2013
The two politicians are pushing for a bonding initiative they say will help New York and those suffering with Alzheimer's.
By Joe Randazzo June 16, 2013
The Compassionate Care Act would give those suffering from debilitating ailments an alternative from the usual medication.
By Esther Forrester June 12, 2013
What do you say after you had a great date?
By Christian Abbatecola June 11, 2013
As the overall mortality rate in New York City is on the decline, a substantial increase in diabetes-related deaths has occurred.
By Wendy L June 03, 2013
Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy, from Long Island, has been diagnosed with lung cancer and plans to undergo treatment soon. She remains committed to Long Island and plans to also run for re-election in 2014 after recovery.
By Joe Randazzo June 01, 2013
Seven months later, Hurricane Sandy has brought one more plight.
By Debbi Spiegel June 01, 2013
June is National Fruit and Vegetable Month.
By Debbi Spiegel May 28, 2013
Is your body ready to step onto the beach or go poolside?
By Debbi Spiegel May 18, 2013
National Safe Boating Week is May 18th-24th.
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