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 January 11, 2019
Task Force on Marijuana Legalization & Regulation to prepare County for necessary action to ensure public safety, protect public health, promote business development, and provide consumer protection.
By Chris Boyle January 11, 2019
Noted Smithtown-based clinical psychologist addresses attendees on his runaway success in treating opioid addiction.
By Long Island News & PR January 09, 2019
Press conference held to raise awareness of lead paint hazards in old buildings including schools, daycares, homes, and religious institutions.
By Long Island News & PR January 08, 2019
Town Was 1 of Only 4 Recipients in New York State and the Only Recipient on Long Island.
By Long Island News & PR January 08, 2019
Funding Will Support Development of up to 40 New Beds in New York State.
By Long Island News & PR January 07, 2019
‘Stories from Suffolk’ to Focus on, Prevention, Treatment and Recovery Options.
By Long Island News & PR January 07, 2019
Governor Cuomo, Joined by Former Secretary of State Clinton, Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul, Senate Majority Leader Stewart-Cousins, Senator Krueger and Assembly Member Glick, Rallies to Immediately Pass Reproductive Health Act.
By Long Island News & PR January 04, 2019
Legislation Will Permit CPF Funds for (1) Water Main Extensions to Contaminated Areas and (2) Loans for Septic System Upgrades.
By Legislator Anker's Office January 04, 2019
Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker and the members of the Suffolk County Heroin and Opiate Epidemic Advisory Panel released their final report, which includes a detailed outline of the panel’s actions, findings, and recommendations.
By Long Island News & PR January 03, 2019
The program offers assistance with planning, support, counseling, and more.
By Brian Re December 31, 2018
Keeping entertained during one of the year's coldest months won't be difficult thanks to an events calendar packed with local fun!
By Long Island News & PR December 28, 2018
Unvaccinated New Yorkers Urged to Get Flu Shot.
By Legislator Anker's Office December 28, 2018
Anker: "The increased fines for retailers who sell to those who are underage is another way in which Suffolk County can continue to protect our children.”
By Legislator Anker's Office December 21, 2018
On Tuesday, December 18th, Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker congratulated and presented a proclamation to Rohan Akmal of Longwood Middle School, the winner of the Suffolk County “Dangers of Liquid Nicotine” Poster Contest.
By Long Island News & PR December 20, 2018
Suffolk County has reported 11 cases of West Nile virus to date this season.
By Long Island News & PR December 20, 2018
An alarming number of reports have recently chronicled the dramatic increase in e-cigarette use among teenagers.
By Long Island News & PR December 18, 2018
The NSWCA is an organization comprised of water commissioners from 21 Nassau County and Suffolk County water districts.
By Long Island News & PR December 13, 2018
Companies Allegedly Committed Thousands of Violations of Multiple State Laws; Toy Parts Contained Toxic Lead at Levels Up to 10-Times Greater than the Federal Limit, A.G. says.
By Long Island News & PR December 13, 2018
Health Department Has Held Over 430 Opioid Overdose Prevention Classes and Trained Over 12,000 Residents to Administer Narcan™.
By Long Island News & PR December 06, 2018
COPD Awareness Month is an internationally-recognized annual awareness and education campaign.