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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 Vickie Moller March 21, 2013
Despite fierce resistance by the beverage industry, Suffolk lawmakers Tuesday night approved three bills, sponsored by Legis. William Spencer (D-Centerport), that will prohibit the sale of energy drinks to kids under 18 at county parks ...
By Robert Ottone March 19, 2013
Mayor Bloomberg continues his agenda of making New York healthier by targeting the sale of cigarettes.
By Carrie B. March 11, 2013
The number of deaths from both prescription drugs and heroin has been rising steadily over the past few years on Long Island.
By Lyndsay McCabe March 11, 2013
New Yorkers can have their cake and drink their large sodas too, as the city's ban on sodas over 16 oz. has been ruled unconstitutional.
By Lyndsay McCabe March 11, 2013
As of Tuesday, non-diet sodas over 16 oz. will be illegal to serve in the city, and customers drinking coffee may find themselves making their own drinks.
By Christian Abbatecola March 10, 2013
A New York pharmacist stole nearly $93.5k from Medicaid over the course of two years.
By Robert Ottone March 06, 2013
President Hugo Chavez has lost his battle with an as-yet unknown form of cancer.
By Allison Gayne March 06, 2013
Long Island Cruizin’ For A Cure is pleased to announce Winthrop-University Hospital as the newest partner to participate in the not-for-profit organization's September car show designed to promote prostate cancer awareness and early detection.
By Lyndsay McCabe March 05, 2013
In a recent study, 28 out of 70 samples of drinking water were found to contain traces of pharmaceutical drugs.
By Robert Ottone March 04, 2013
A child born with the virus that causes AIDS has apparently been cured in Mississippi.
By Robert Ottone March 03, 2013
After backroom discussions with former brother-in-law Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Governor Cuomo has put a halt on New York's fracking plans.
By Lyndsay McCabe March 02, 2013
Numerous OB/GYN offices are reporting an increase of 10-30% in pregnancies that occurred during Hurricane Sandy.
By Debbi Spiegel March 01, 2013
Eating fruits and veggies in a variety of colors not only provides eye candy for your kids but also gives them a broad range of nutrients.
By Robert Ottone February 23, 2013
The mystery surrounding Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez' battle with cancer continues.
By Robert Ottone February 21, 2013
Ed Romaine discusses ideas at Brookhaven town meeting regarding snowfall.
By Christian Abbatecola February 21, 2013
A new study conducted by Oceana reveals that a massive amount of seafood is being incorrectly labeled and sold to consumers under false pretense.
By Robert Ottone February 20, 2013
Rob takes an editorial stance on distracted driving after a personal experience.
By Robert Ottone February 09, 2013
Winter storm Nemo responsible for at least five deaths across the northeast.
By Vickie Moller February 08, 2013
As Long Islanders brace for a major winter storm with blizzard conditions--snow and strong winds combining to produce near zero visibility, deep drifts and life-threatening wind chill--many people are unprepared to face those extremely hazardous ...
By Christian Abbatecola February 07, 2013
Following Sandy Hook, a coalition of senators hopes to limit gun violence by improving psychological treatment in the US.
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