Coronavirus In Nassau: Third Death Reported; Scams On The Rise

Governor urges calm as state takes measures to stop spread, increase hospital capacity. "This is New York. There's nothing we can't do."

Nassau University Medical Center Gets 'D' Safety Rating

The nonprofit Leapfrog group just released its bi-annual round of hospital safety grades.

Contaminants Found In Hempstead Town's Drinking Water: Report

A new study claims drinking water can be less safe than what the government may deem legal.

Memorial Sloan Kettering Opens New Long Island Cancer Facility

The facility features state-of-the-art treatment services and amenities, which will save many patients a trip to Manhattan for care.

ENT and Allergy Associates Offers Vital Flu Season Tips

With reported flu cases set to spike February, ENT and Allergy Associates shares tips on how to identify flu symptoms and prevent its spread

NUMC Hospital President/CEO Unexpectedly Fired By Board

In a late-night meeting, the board voted unanimously to remove him and gave no reason for the firing.

New Podcast Provides Intimate Look At 1st Year Of Medical School

“Making an MD: Year One” follows Zucker School of Medicine students as they learn everything from taking a pulse to talking with patients.

NUMC Gets A 'C' In Patient Safety

Of the 23 Long Island hospitals that were graded, one received an A. None received an F, but there were three that were graded a D.​

Annual LI Cruizin’ For A Cure Car Show Returns to LI with new Westbury Location September 10

The only East Coast car show to offer men free onsite PSA screening tests for prostate cancer detection returns to LI for its 12th year.

Doctors Warn Of Increased Risk For Lyme Disease This Summer On Long Island

There will be more ticks this year, which means more Lyme disease. Find out how you can protect yourself.

The Impacts Teeth Grinding Has On Oral Health

The Smilist Dental has top-rated dentists and the latest technology to help treat any tooth pain or issue. All dentistry under one roof.

Nassau University Medical Center Graded On Patient Safety

See how NUMC, and other local hospitals, were graded by The Leapfrog Group.

Northwell Health Orthopaedic Institute Congratulates New York Cosmos

Northwell Health, the official health care provider of the New York Cosmos, congratulates the North American Soccer League champs.

Nassau University Medical Center Receives a C for Patient Safety: Leapfrog Rankings

New York state was ranked one of the worst in the country overall.

NUMC Opens New Primary Care Center

The new center will help alleviate crowding in the emergency room and provide better care for all patients.

Free Health and Fitness Expo Coming to Eisenhower Park

The fair will feature fun for the whole family, as well as information on health and wellness.

Medical Marijuana Dispensary Location Proposed for Nassau County

It would be the lone medical marijuana dispensary in Nassau County

Which State Is The Most Obese? Full Rankings

And calculate for yourself using a handy tool.

2 Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Are Coming to Long Island

Nassau and Suffolk counties will each get one.

Top 25 Hospitals in New York: Who Made The Cut?

U.S. News and World Report released its annual rankings Tuesday.

Wellness Event on Osteoporosis

Learn more about osteoporosis.

High Energy Fitness Class for Tweens & Teens at The First Presbyterian Church of Levittown

Calling All Tweens & Teens - High Energy Fitness Class from 4-5pm on Mon-Wed-Friday $15.00 for all three classes at FPC of Levittown.

How Long Island Hospitals Rank in Patient Safety

A new survey grades hospitals throughout the country based on patient safety, including many from the Long Island area.

Looking at Manny Pacquiao's Shoulder Injury

His torn rotator cuff hurt his chances to win the fight.

How Long Do People Live in East Meadow?

A new study breaks down longevity by congressional district. See how we stack up.

Clinics for Performing Artists and Dancers

The specially trained orthopedists & physical therapists at Performing Arts and Dance Medicine Injury Clinic work with dancers.

Ways to Combat HIV on Long Island

A New York immunologist says new HIV cases could have been prevented by people having more honest conversations with their doctors.

Charting a New Course for Health Professions

More information about the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Graduate Nursing and Health Professions.

Nassau Ranked 5th Healthiest County in New York

The 2015 County Health Rankings published by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation have been released.

March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month

Here are some things you should be aware of about Multiple Sclerosis.

Charting a New Course for Nurse and PA Graduate Education

There will be a new Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Graduate Nursing and Health Professions.

Carving New Milestones in Physician Training

Dr. Larry Smith discusses the innovative curriculum of the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine.

YMCA-LI Announces New Fitness Initiatives to Combat Excuses in Keeping New Year's Resolution

YMCA Focuses on Overall Health with Individualized Approach for Members

Patriots May Expose Earl Thomas' Weakness During Super Bowl

If Earl Thomas can't raise his arm, that Patriots may take note of that during the Super Bowl.

Richard Sherman's Elbow Sprain Won't Sideline Him at Super Bowl

The Seattle Seahawk’s Richard Sherman is not likely to be sidelined for the Super Bowl.

Get the Flu Vaccine

Flu season is here.

Women with Chest Pain Are More Likely to Delay Care

Women with chest pain are more prone to delay asking for care.

Meatless Monday: Vegetable Chili

If you think chili needs meat, then you don’t know beans!

Halloween Safety Is No Trick

The hospital is no place to visit while trick-or-treating.

Check Your Receipt: Thermal Paper Increases BPA Exposure

Thermal paper (commonly used for print receipts) could cause substantially more exposure to Bisphenol A (BPA) than was previously recognized