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 October 08, 2014
Information on the latest updates regarding the Ebola virus and methods used for personal protection will be provided.
By Eric Anderson October 04, 2014
It may not be spring, but many of us are still suffering from allergies.
By Lyndsay McCabe October 03, 2014
Don't get burned - test your smoke alarm monthly and make sure you have them set up at the critical points around your home.
By Long Island News & PR October 01, 2014
The BRAIN Initiative seeks to revolutionize our understanding of the human brain and insights necessary for treating a wide variety of brain disorders.
By Kelly Tenny October 01, 2014
You couldn’t ask for a better time to try out a Long Island vegan or vegetarian restaurant!
By Wendy L September 29, 2014
Before heading to the farms and petting zoos this fall, keep in mind how to stay clean and healthy, especially if you or the kids will be having fun with the farm animals.
By Brian Re September 29, 2014
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month; a month dedicated to raising awareness through local events.
By Wendy L September 26, 2014
It's been more than 60 years, but now the public can get an inside look at Ellis Island Hospital where arriving immigrants were cared for when they got sick or when they were left to ...
By Wendy L September 23, 2014
Before pulling out your munchies for a movie, see if that box of M&M's is part of a recall, especially if you or someone you know is allergic to peanuts.
By Long Island News & PR September 19, 2014
Vaccinations will be given in front of the Islip Town Hall.
By Wendy L September 19, 2014
In addition to the flu season coming upon us, parents and children also need to be vigilant of a serious respiratory virus, called EV-D68. Its spread is causing some children to be hospitalized.
By Kelly Tenny September 19, 2014
Give the environment and your engine a break this Monday, September 2nd in honor of the 2nd Annual Car Free Day on Long Island!
By Long Island News & PR September 18, 2014
There will be a free clinic on Saturday, September 20, in Islip.
By Wendy L September 18, 2014
It can take two weeks for your body to develop full protection after receiving a flu shot. Health officials are encouraging people to get their annual flu shot in before the start of October.
By Long Island News & PR September 16, 2014
The Empire State Lyme Disease Association supports World Wide Lyme Awareness.
By Long Island News & PR September 16, 2014
Antitrust Lawsuit Alleges Drug Company Plans To Force Alzheimer’s Patients To Change Medications In Order To Eliminate Competition and Protect Profits
By Wendy L September 16, 2014
Deadlines passed and others coming up have tens of thousands at risk of losing health care coverage or financial aid under U.S. health care law by the end of September.
By Brian Re September 13, 2014
September is National Courtesy Month! Volunteer for a local organization and make a difference in your community!
By Wendy L September 12, 2014
If you're home is armed with a Kidde smoke or combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarm detector, be aware there's been a recall on certain models. The recall affects approximately 1.2 million units.
By Long Island News & PR September 11, 2014
Nassau County will partner with the Towns of Oyster Bay and North Hempstead and the Long Island Veterinary Medical Association to offer free rabies vaccinations for dogs, cats and ferrets.