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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 Sharon Lindell April 14, 2014
Life can be so fast paced that we can forget about the importance of our environment. Be sure to reflect this Earth Day on ways to keep our home safe.
By Eric Anderson April 13, 2014
Take these precautions to avoid illnesses that come from ticks.
By Wendy L April 11, 2014
A group of researchers have successfully recreated vaginas in the laboratory to function properly with women absent of the part or who have underdeveloped vaginas due to a rare condition.
By Long Island News & PR April 10, 2014
Ask most people which time of the year they think has the highest suicide rate and they will answer during the dark and cold winter, especially around the holidays. Instead, recent studies continue to report ...
By Wendy L April 10, 2014
The next time you grab that fruit juice pouch for the kids, take these extra steps to check for mold.
By Long Island News & PR April 09, 2014
Precautions Can Help Prevent Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases.
By Long Island News & PR April 09, 2014
Administration’s Proposed Cuts To Medicare Advantage Would Have Hurt 1 Million NYers, Potentially Raising Premiums and Forcing Many Seniors To Switch Doctors and Plans.
By Wendy L April 08, 2014
A Long Island nursing home entertained its residents by hiring a stripper.
By Eric Anderson April 06, 2014
A vegetarian diet may have some significantly negative effects on your health, according to Austrian researchers.
By Christian Abbatecola April 06, 2014
Scientists in Australia have found an antimicrobial peptide capable of targeting and destroying cancer cells.
By Wendy L April 03, 2014
E-cigarettes are claimed to be a safer alternative to traditional cigarette smoking, but they pose a danger to children. Pressure is on for the FDA to have oversight over the products.
By Wendy L April 02, 2014
It's the start of the spring allergy season! Some can soon find relief by simply taking a pill in place of an allergy shot.
By Long Island News & PR March 26, 2014
Places 1st in State for Health Factors.
By Sharon Lindell March 24, 2014
As the weather gets warmer, many of us need to start working off our winter fat. Check out our tips for staying in shape or getting in shape.
By Christian Abbatecola March 20, 2014
IBM’s artificially intelligent supercomputer will help tailor unique treatments to individual cancer patients.
By Christian Abbatecola March 19, 2014
A national youth organization is promoting smoking cessation among kids and teens.
By Wendy L March 17, 2014
After CVS announced it would stop the sale of tobacco products at its stores, the pressure is on for other retailers to follow suit. A group of 28 U.S. attorneys generals are urging stores like ...
By Sharon Lindell March 14, 2014
St. Patrick's Day is known for having fun and drinking, but no one should be put in danger. Be smart and follow a few basic rules to stay safe this weekend.
By Wendy L March 12, 2014
Patients at a Long Island hospital being treated for diabetes may now be at risk of hepatitis and HIV.
By Long Island News & PR March 12, 2014
Kids Who Try E-Cigs are 7x More Likely To Eventually Smoke Normal Cigarettes.
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