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 Brian Re December 30, 2016
2017 is starting off strong with a full January roster of festivals, concerts, outdoor events, wedding expos, and more!
By Long Island News & PR December 29, 2016
In recognition of National Radon Action Month, New York State Commissioner of Health Dr. Howard Zucker reminded all New Yorkers to test their homes for radon.
By Long Island News & PR December 29, 2016
Arrest in connection to death of an 81-year-old, ventilator-dependent resident of A. Holly Patterson Extended Care Facility in Uniondale.
By Long Island News & PR December 29, 2016
New York State Health Commissioner Dr. Howard Zucker today declared influenza prevalent in New York State.
By Long Island News & PR December 27, 2016
“The Politics of Marijuana in New York and the Most Progressive Positions: Free the Homegrown” will be the subject of a presentation hosted by the Green Party of Nassau County at its January meeting.
By Long Island News & PR December 22, 2016
The Gitenstein Institute for Health Law and Policy (Institute) will launch its own Veterans Law Clinic (VLC). The VLC will be scheduling appointments starting in early January 2017.
By Long Island News & PR December 21, 2016
The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets to help meet the constant need for blood this winter.
By Long Island News & PR December 21, 2016
Suffolk County Leg. Robert Trotta, as well as members of the Greater Smithtown Chamber of Commerce, celebrated the grand opening of Northwell Health Imaging at Smithtown.
By Long Island News & PR December 21, 2016
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that New York State's Cigarette Strike Force seized 53,307 cartons of contraband cigarettes and 261,220 untaxed cigars in 2016.
By Long Island News & PR December 20, 2016
DMV and DOH are encouraging eligible New York residents to consider giving the gift of life by enrolling in the New York State Donate Life Registry this holiday season.
By Long Island News & PR December 19, 2016
NUMC CEO/ President Dr. Victor Politi warns county residents that major snow storms can result in accidents or fatal injuries caused by failure to dress properly, shoveling snow or unnecessary driving on ice or unsanded ...
By Long Island News & PR December 19, 2016
Businesses in Babylon Village have arranged to erect a Christmas tree that will be decorated with 100 ornaments, each of which holds a wish from a family in need within the community.
By Long Island News & PR December 16, 2016
USDA and FSIS issued updated information on food product labeling, including new guidance aimed at reducing food waste.
By Long Island News & PR December 16, 2016
Lawsuit alleges illegal conspiracies in order to unreasonably restrain trade, artificially inflate and manipulate prices and reduce competition in the United States for two drugs.
By Long Island News & PR December 15, 2016
NY State of Health today announced that the deadline to enroll or renew coverage for a health plan effective January 1 has been extended through December 17.
By Long Island News & PR December 15, 2016
FDA is warning that repeated or lengthy use of general anesthetic and sedation drugs during surgeries or procedures in children younger than 3 years or in pregnant women during their third trimester may affect the ...
By Long Island News & PR December 15, 2016
The American Cancer Society has approved eight new grants totaling $3,807,736 to investigators in New York and New Jersey that go into effect as of January 1, 2017.
By Long Island News & PR December 14, 2016
The van, which is the first of its kind in the Northwell Health System, will provide on-the- go testing, counseling, and treatment services directly to communities in need.
By Long Island News & PR December 13, 2016
In a recent letter, health care personnel were urged to play their part in the early detection/diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
By Long Island News & PR December 12, 2016
Holiday time - we’re supposed to feel happy! So, when we get a case of the holiday blues, we think, “there must be something wrong with me.”