More than a checkup: The importance of well-child visits
Many families prepare for the school year by purchasing materials and scheduling schedules and routines. But one of the most important steps of back to
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Protect yourself from high temperatures and prevent heat illnesses
With summer underway, high outdoor temperatures may affect most of New York State. The National Weather Service currently forecasts a high (to extreme) risk of
How to Treat and Prevent Bug Bites and Health Risks This Summer
From backyard barbecues to beach vacations, warmer weather encourages us to spend more time outdoors. But summer can also bring often-overlooked health risks thanks to
Hochul and James announce new restrictions on social media algorithms to protect minors
New York Governor Kathy Hochul and the state’s Attorney General Letitia James announced Tuesday the approval of final rules that will force social media companies
Telehealth fraud affects seniors and Medicare beneficiaries
The New York StateWide Senior Action Council (StateWide), a 54-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the needs and well-being of more than 3.6 million seniors,
The Department of Health receives national recognition for its excellence in public care
The Nassau County Health Department has been recognized by the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) with three national awards for innovative
Smoke and poor air quality persist in New York due to fires in Canada
The forest fires ravaging Canada continue to bring large plumes of smoke to parts of the United States, including New York, that keep large areas
Educational program helps seniors eat healthy and save money
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) Barbara Rabinowitz Education and Resource Center will host a free wellness education program on July 23 to teach Long
Nine tips to help you stay safe this summer
Summer is the season for family vacations, afternoons by the pool, and more time outdoors. But as temperatures rise and the days get longer, it’s
Free skin cancer screenings promoted in Hempstead Township
As the summer season progresses, Hempstead Township Supervisor John Ferretti and the Town Board, in collaboration with Northwell Health, launch the “Summertime Wellness” series; a