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 25, 2017
Police department continues The Ugly Truth presentations.
By Long Island News & PR January 25, 2017
The NYS Senate approved presumptive cancer coverage for volunteer firefighters, placing the onus squarely on the Assembly to do the same.
By Long Island News & PR January 24, 2017
Senator Todd Kaminsky passionately spoke on the Senate floor in support of a bill that will expand presumptive cancer coverage for volunteer firefighters.
By Long Island News & PR January 24, 2017
Settlement requires Cigna eliminate a written ban on coverage for claims for neuropsychological testing of psychiatric conditions and autism spectrum disorder.
By Long Island News & PR January 20, 2017
In addition to Leg. Spencer's appointment to the Health Committee, he will serve again as Vice Chair of the Ways & Means Committee and a member of the Public Safety Committee.
By Long Island News & PR January 18, 2017
Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman released a statement upon Assembly passage of his Comprehensive Contraception Coverage Act.
By Long Island News & PR January 18, 2017
Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre (D-Babylon) announced the passage of two critical pieces of legislation that will strengthen and defend women’s reproductive freedom.
By Long Island News & PR January 17, 2017
The Governor's 2017 agenda is a bold, comprehensive set of proposals that aim to drive economic growth, strengthen the middle class, bolster the state’s vital infrastructure and create a more sustainable environment.
By Long Island News & PR January 16, 2017
NY State of Health announced that consumers now have three additional days to enroll in a health plan with coverage starting February 1.
By Long Island News & PR January 16, 2017
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of scheduled Opioid Overdose Prevention Program-Narcan Training Classes.
By Central Nassau Guidance January 16, 2017
The New York State Dormitory Authority announced last week a $561,000 grant to nonprofit CN Guidance & Counseling Services to enable needed upgrades.
By Long Island News & PR January 13, 2017
Suffolk County Health Commissioner Dr. James Tomarken encourages residents who use tobacco to obtain help in breaking their addiction.
By Long Island News & PR January 12, 2017
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced a groundbreaking new proposal to protect New Yorkers from the soaring prices of prescription drugs in New York State.
By Long Island News & PR January 12, 2017
Through DOL’s Career Centers and at job fairs across the state, job seekers continue to have the opportunity to learn about NY State of Health and their coverage options.
By Long Island News & PR January 12, 2017
AG Schneiderman introduced “The Comprehensive Contraception Coverage Act of 2017”, legislation aimed at protecting and enhancing NYers’ access to cost-free contraception.
By Long Island News & PR January 11, 2017
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today proposed a bold, multi-faceted proposal to combat every angle of the heroin and opioid crisis in New York State.
By Long Island News & PR January 10, 2017
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the Clean Water Infrastructure Act of 2017 to invest a record $2 billion in critical water infrastructure across New York State.
By Long Island News & PR January 05, 2017
Hectic holiday schedules for many regular blood donors contributed to about 37,000 fewer donations in November and December than what was needed.
By Long Island News & PR January 05, 2017
Governor Cuomo announced the impact of potential repeal of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act on health care coverage of New Yorkers and the state budget.
By Long Island News & PR January 03, 2017
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced that new health insurance reforms aimed at combating New York State's heroin and opioid crisis will go into effect January 1, 2017.