How to detect, prevent and control high blood pressure…the ‘silent killer’
High blood pressure represents a major health risk for people of all ages, but there are effective ways to prevent and control this “silent killer”
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Young people and college students face serious mental health challenges
Mental health challenges among young people remain stubbornly high, and many students and their families still don’t know how to cope. UnitedHealthcare’s fourth annual Young
Drowning can be prevented, but it often happens silently
May is National Water Safety Month, a time to remind families that drownings are preventable, although they remain a leading cause of death among young
Nassau opens 4 Cooling Centers to protect itself from the strong heat
To help Long Island residents stay safe during excessive heat, Nassau County Cooling Centers are open at the following four locations: Locations staffed by the
The importance of knowing the status of HIV and the alternatives to prevent infection
In our community, it is essential to stay informed about our health, and one of the most relevant and urgent topics is HIV (Human Immunodeficiency
Eight Ways to Protect Your Vision Right Now
As we age, the risk of certain eye diseases may increase. However, there is a lot you can do to keep your eyes healthy, and
CCE Suffolk held major seminar on trauma and suicide prevention for military and first responders
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County (CCE Suffolk) hosted a “Trauma and Suicide Psychoeducation Seminar for Military and First Responders” on May 7 at the
Three New York residents already back in the US and under monitoring after deadly hantavirus outbreak on luxury cruise ship
Health officials reported Monday afternoon that three New York residents — including one from New York City — were traveling aboard the MV Hondius, the
Hostos nursing programs obtain their first national ACEN accreditation
Hostos Community College announces that its Registered Nursing and Licensed Practical Nursing programs have received, for the first time, accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for
Mount Sinai South Nassau honors its nurses during “National Nursing Week”
Mount Sinai South Nassau administrators and staff packed the hospital’s Conference Center for its annual National Nurses Week kickoff breakfast to recognize, honor and thank