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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 Kelly Tenny June 08, 2014
Your kids will have a blast this summer, playing and making new friends, at one of the many summer camps Long Island has to offer.
By Lyndsay McCabe June 07, 2014
Poison ivy is a rapidly spreading plant which has an oil, urushiol, which causes allergic reactions and can travel even faster on anything that touches it.
By Wendy L June 06, 2014
A new study reveals how smoking pot may impact male fertility, particularly in young men.
By Kelly Tenny June 06, 2014
It’s summer time and the living is easy, well, except for those pestering bugs!
By Wendy L June 04, 2014
Food poisoning often comes with symptoms of stomach pain, nausea and diarrhea. The CDC's latest report links one of the major causes to restaurant workers.
By Long Island News & PR June 02, 2014
Salt marshes in Suffolk will be treated on Tuesday, June 3.
By Wendy L June 02, 2014
After years of battle, the EPA and the nation's largest maker of rat poison come to an agreement to phase out select products of d-Con. Accidental ingestion of rat and mouse poison has impacted 10,000 ...
By Wendy L May 30, 2014
Indoor tanning poses skin cancer risks. The FDA has issued a final order reclassifying indoor tanning beds, tanning booths and other sunlamp products and UV lamps. Products are also required to have black-box warning label ...
By Wendy L May 29, 2014
A study led by researchers at Harvard is offering hope that one day there won't be the need for a root canal and other uncomfortable dental procedures. Regrow teeth with laser light therapy!
By Lyndsay McCabe May 27, 2014
For this year's World No Smoking Day, finally quit smoking with these free or low-cost classes and support groups.
By Kelly Tenny May 24, 2014
Although the month is coming to an end there’s still plenty of time to make the most out of May and start getting physical!
By Kelly Tenny May 23, 2014
The warm weather is here and the beach and poolside are calling! Before you take a dip here are a few water safety tips to remember this season.
By Long Island News & PR May 22, 2014
Beach closed on May 21, 2014 due to bacteria contamination.
By Wendy L May 20, 2014
Next time you step aboard a plane, take caution! Surfaces may be ridden with MRSA and E. coli.
By Long Island News & PR May 20, 2014
Lifesaving Tips from the Firemen’s Association of the State of NY.
By Long Island News & PR May 20, 2014
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Acting Nassau County Police Commissioner Thomas C. Krumpter announce Buckle Up Nassau County Click It or Ticket to Boost Seat Belt Use-Day and Night.
By Long Island News & PR May 19, 2014
Spraying will occur between 5 AM and 8 PM.
By Wendy L May 19, 2014
Each time the windshield wipers on a vehicle sprays, it may be releasing a bacteria linked to Legionnaires' disease. The bacteria thrives particularly well in heat.
By Sharon Lindell May 19, 2014
May is National Bike Month. This month is about educating and encouraging people to step outside of the house or car and on to a bike!
By Christian Abbatecola May 18, 2014
More illnesses have been reported in relation to Chinese-made jerky treats.
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