'They Will Come To You': Lone Star Ticks Spread West In Suffolk

Suffolk officials say tick-borne diseases are rising as Lone Star ticks expand farther west across the county.

Recalled Cheese May Have Reached 28 Long Island Stores: FDA

The Bay Shore distributor’s cheese may have reached 19 Suffolk County and 9 Nassau retailers.

5 ways to improve your health in 2026

As we enter the new year, it’s time to remember that genuine, lasting impact stems from making small, consistent changes.

Our Continued Commitment: Caring for Every Patient, in Every Language

The hospital’s move from in-person to live, on-demand interpretation services continues to strengthen accessibility.

Bacteria Scare Closes Town Of Islip Beach: Health Dept.

Suffolk County health officials have closed a Town of Islip beach for bathing due to excessive bacterial contamination.

Excess Bacteria Levels Close Bay Shore Beach: Health Dept.

Suffolk County health officials have closed a Bay Shore beach for bathing due to excessive bacterial contamination.

Bacteria Scare Closes Beaches In Bay Shore And Brightwaters: Health Dept.

Suffolk County health officials have closed 14 Long Island beaches for bathing due to excessive bacterial contamination.

Bacteria Scare Closes Bay Shore Beach: Health Dept.

Suffolk health officials have closed several Long Island beaches to bathing due to excessive bacterial contamination.

'Trauma Season' Summer Prompts Blood Drive On Long Island

The New York Blood Center is calling for blood donations ahead of summer trauma season, and Long Island residents may donate in Bay Shore.

Bacteria Scare Closes Long Island Beach: SC Health Dept.

Suffolk County health officials have closed a Long Island beach for bathing due to excessive bacterial contamination.

Aerial Mosquito Larvicide Set For 8 Islip Marshes

Spraying will take place on Long Island this week. Read on to see which marshes will be affected in the Town of Islip.

Northwell Expands Women’s Health Services On Long Island

Northwell Health is expanding its women’s health services with its new Women’s Specialty Care Center on Long Island.

Measles On LI: 12 People May Have Been Exposed: Dept. Of Health.

Several people may have been exposed to measles after a case was confirmed in a Suffolk resident, Suffolk County Department of Health says.

Measles Case Confirmed For Child On LI: Dept. Of Health

A confirmed case of measles in a Suffolk County child has been reported, according to the Suffolk County Department of Health.

'Critical Need' Prompts Blood Drive At Bay Shore Fire Department

The Bay Shore Fire Department is hosting a blood drive after a post-holiday decline in donations sparked a shortage in blood donations.

'Enough Is Enough': Nurses To Strike At LI Hospital

Nurses at a Long Island hospital plan to go on strike later this month, the New York State Nurses Association announce.

LI Doctor Honored For Advances In ED Treatment

The penile prosthesis offers an alternate treatment option for men with erectile dysfunction, or ED.

'Critical Need' Prompts Blood Drive In Bay Shore

The New York Blood Center is hosting a blood drive in Bay Shore after a decline in donations sparked a shortage in blood donations.

South Shore Hospital Honored With Award For Excellence

Two intensive care units at South Shore University Hospital were honored with excellence awards.

LI Hospital Hosts Heart Health Event For American Heart Month

A Long Island hospital is offering a heart health event in honor of American Heart Month in February.

South Shore Hospital Honored By American College of Surgeons

South Shore University Hospital on Long Island has been named a Quality Verification Program Hospital by the American College of Surgeons.

LI's First LGBTQ+ Health Fair Comes To Bay Shore On Saturday

The LGBT Network is hosting Long Island’s first LGBT health fair to address critical health disparities and discrimination in healthcare.

'Liquid Gold': Bay Shore Hospital Launches Breastmilk Donor Program

"Our donor breast milk program ensures that every infant in the NICU has access to these essential benefits."-Wendi Andria, program manager.

Surgeons Perform Suffolk's First-Ever Spine Surgery With AR Technology

Neurosurgeons at South Shore University Hospital performed Suffolk County’s first-ever spinal surgery using augmented reality navigation.

Bay Shore Hospital Celebrates 'Major Step' In $468M Project

South Shore University Hospital celebrated a "major step" toward the completion of its new 6-story, 190,000 square-foot inpatient bed-tower.

5 New Mosquito Samples Test Positive For West Nile Virus In Suffolk

So far 227 mosquito samples of West Nile Virus—including 5 in birds—have been confirmed on Long Island, officials say. Get the details here.

'Critical Need' Prompts Thursday's Blood Drive In Bay Shore

Pro Game Athletics in Bay Shore is hosting a blood drive in the face of a "critical need" for blood.

Bay Shore Hospital Adds 16 NICU Cameras To Connect Parents And Babies

South Shore University Hospital has installed NicView 2 cameras in its NICU, giving parents a 24/7 live stream of their infants.

Bay Shore Hospital Named Level 1 Trauma Center

South Shore University Hospital has been named a Level 1 Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons.

39 Cases Of West Nile Virus Confirmed In Suffolk County: Health Dept.

39 more cases of West Nile Virus have been confirmed on Long Island, officials say. Get the details here.

20 Cases Of West Nile Virus Confirmed In Suffolk County: Health Dept.

20 more cases of West Nile Virus—including one in a crow—have been confirmed on Long Island, officials say. Get the details here.

New Executive Director Appointed At South Shore University Hospital

She is set to transition to her new position while the hospital’s outgoing leader, Donna Moravick, takes on a new, community role.

South Shore University Hospital Receives 'A' Leapfrog Group Rating

The grade reflects a hospital's commitment to patient safety.

First Set Of Triplets Born At South Shore University Hospital

The babies are the first set of triplets to be born in the hospital since 1958.

South Shore University Hospital Nurses Deliver Strike Notice

"We have to have an answer to this. There has to be a resolution."

Pot-Related ER Visits Spike On LI, Especially For Seniors: ER Doctor

The chair of a Nassau emergency room said that hospitals are seeing a "drastic" increase in marijuana-related visits in older adults.

Northwell Opens $10M Multidisciplinary Clinic Opens In Bay Shore

The site will have a focus on musculoskeletal care and rehabilitative services, Northwell says.

South Shore University Hospital To Open New, Multi-Million NICU

The renovated unit will include 16 rooms and "state-of-the-art" equipment for critically ill newborns.

Benjamin Beach Closed For Bathing For 2nd Time In Summer Season

The beach is closed until further notice due to excess levels of bacteria, Suffolk County Health Department says.

Bay Shore Beach Closed To Bathing: Suffolk County Health Department

The beach is closed until further notice due to excess levels of bacteria, Suffolk County Health Department says.

5 Reasons To Have Your Kids Vaccinated

Vaccinations have come a very long way since infectious diseases like smallpox and whooping cough were considered epidemics centuries ago.

5 Things To Know About Advance Directives

Northwell Health wants to help you make sense of health care proxies, living wills and MOLST (Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment).

5 Cancer Prevention Tips

Survival has become reality for several types of cancer as researchers and clinicians have gained more information about the disease.

5 Ways To Exercise At The Office

With a job that keeps you in your seat for most of the day, Dr. Stacey Rosen lists simple changes that can go a long way for good health.

The Truth About Spring Allergies

With springtime finally in the air and pollen counts high, Northwell Health wants to help prepare you with the truths about allergy season.

5 Things To Know About CyberKnife And Lung Cancer

If you’ve been diagnosed with lung cancer, it’s important to know that there are effective treatments — even if surgery isn’t an option.

Balancing Cancer And Your Career

Battling cancer can be a full-time job in itself. Here's why many people with the disease choose to stay employed after their diagnosis.

5 Advantages Of Integrative Medicine

Northwell Health provides advantages of integrative medicine because the mind, body and spirit are an important part of our health.

5 Things To Know About Colon Cancer

March is colorectal cancer awareness month. Dr. Bethany DeVito breaks down five things you should know about colon cancer.

Live With Less Stress In 4 Steps

Balancing work and life is stressful. Northwell Health physicians discuss ways on how to cope.