COVID Levels 'High' In NYC Amid ‘Largest Summer Wave Yet’

More than two dozen states are reporting “very high” levels and another 17 report “high” levels of wastewater viral activity, data shows.

This NYC Borough Is Among Healthiest Communities In America: U.S. News

These rankings examine which communities "offer the greatest opportunity to live a healthy, productive life," study authors said.

Cancer-Causing Chemicals Still Lurk Under NYCHA's Jacob Riis Houses, 19 Years After Detection

A plan to clean up the contaminated soil was finally proposed by Con Ed four years ago, but not one cubic yard of dirt has been removed.

West Nile Virus Detected In All 5 NYC Boroughs: DOH

According to the NYC Department of Health’s tracker, mosquitoes with the virus has been tracked to 65 zip codes in the last two weeks.

'Futuristic Pods' Make Donating Blood Easy And Fun

Want to stream your favorite show while giving blood and head to the tables afterward? Read on.

For Dementia Patients, Summer Heat Poses Added Risks

Tips for caregivers looking after loved ones with dementia, or for people who simply want to make sure their neighbors are safe

11 NYC Hospitals Among Best In U.S., New Ranking Says

U.S. News & World Report released its new rankings of the best hospitals across the country, and a number of NYC hospitals were selected.

CDC Issues Dengue Warning For U.S. As 142 NY Travelers Sickened

The CDC said countries in the Americas have reported more than 9.7 million dengue cases so far this year. See New York City cases.

Urologist: Penile implant can improve quality of life

Erectile dysfunction (ED), the most common of these disorders, affects 52 percent of men between the ages of 40 and 70.

NYC Sexually Transmitted Ringworm Case Detected, First In U.S.

A 30-year-old NYC man contracted the ringworm after visiting Europe where he had sex with multiple men, a case study found.

Cucumbers Sold In NYC Recalled Due To Salmonella Risk: FDA

The dark green cucumbers were shipped to NYC last month, FDA officials said. A sample later tested positive for Salmonella bacteria.

Top 10 Questions Families Should Ask A Home Care Agency

SEASONED NON-MEDICAL HOME CARE PROVIDER URGES FAMILIES TO GET ANSWERS BEFORE SIGNING

LGBTQ+ community at higher risk for cardio diseases

The gay, lesbian, and bisexual community faces higher odds of having heart-related chronic diseases.

Ultraviolet radiation protection key to preventing cancer

It also helps avoid wrinkles, age and sun spots, and uneven skin tone and texture.

Beware Bad Botox: 3 Sickened, 1 In ICU After NYC Injections

At least one of three sickened New Yorkers fell ill after an unlicensed Botox injection, city health officials said in a warning Friday.

11th-Hour Mount Sinai Deal Restores Insurance Coverage For NYers

The deal struck between Mount Sinai and UnitedHealthcare comes just days before patients' doctors would be out-of-network.

These NYC Hospitals Named Best For Patient Safety, Experience

Only a few New York City hospitals were among the 444 nationwide on new Healthgrades rankings.

NY Doctor Shares Natural Headache Healers from CBD to Vitamin B

Medical Marijuana, Herbs and Vitamins Relieve Pain Without Prescriptions

NYers Lose Mount Sinai Coverage Amid Insurance Dispute

UnitedHealthcare patients lost in-network coverage at Mount Sinai hospitals Friday, and its doctors will go out-of-network March 22.

NYC Reports First Measles Cases Of 2024: Officials

Amid confirmation of the cases, health officials said child vaccination rates​ remain below pre-pandemic levels, according to a report.

Nasty Stomach Bug Cases Heave Upward In NYC, Northeast: CDC

Recent data from the CDC shows cases of norovirus spiking in recent weeks in New York City and several Northeast states.

STI Rates Climb In NYC, Just In Time To Ruin Valentine's Day

Has Valentine's Day Become V-D Day?

This Valentine’s Day, Treat Yourself to Some Love

Pamper your body and soul at NYC's top wellness center

$2B NYC Medical Debt Relief Will Help 500K City Dwellers: Mayor

The one-time debt relief program launching early this year is the largest municipal push of its kind, officials said.

Dodge These 10 Trigger Foods To Reduce Migraines In The New Year

MSG, Nitrates, and Alcohol Linked to Headaches According to Top NY Headache Specialist and Researcher

Many Psych Hospital Beds Are Back In Action A Year After Hochul Vow

The governor promised to restore 850 public and private inpatient spots for mental health care. So far New York has regained 629.

Giant Floating Pool In NYC River Coming This Year: Gov

The long-promised +Pool — a filtered pool in one of New York City's rivers — will get $16 million under a proposal by Gov. Kathy Hochul.

COVID Spikes In NYC: Here's What To Know As Hospitals Reinstate Masks

Tests, new hospitalizations and even sewage samples all show the same thing: the coronavirus is roaring back.

Meet 2024's First NYC Baby: BK Boy Delivered By Same Doctor As Dad

An unnamed baby boy was born at the stroke of midnight in the same Coney Island hospital as his father, health officials said.

Half Of 'Hardest-To-Reach' Homeless NYers Off Streets, Mayor Says

A controversial plan to involuntarily take mentally ill New Yorkers off the streets has worked in the past year, Mayor Eric Adams argued.

Flu Arrives In Time For Thanksgiving: What To Know About NYC Activity

Flu season is underway, with cases of RSV also rising in New York City according to the latest weekly report.

10 Tips to Clean Up Your Sleep Routine & Ease Time-Change Headaches

Headache Doctor Highlights Good Sleep Hygiene to Reduce Pain as Clocks Turn Back

Live Long In Gotham: NYC Sets Life Expectancy Goal Of 83 By 2030

"Today, we are making a choice to be the healthiest big city in America," the city's top doctor said.

NYC Still Not 'Rattiest' City, But Stays Near Top Of Rat Pack: Orkin

The Big Apple is third on Orkin's "Rattiest Cities List" for 2023. Find out what cities beat it.

Building a Home in America’s Melting Pot

As many new Americans often tell us, moving to a new country is not easy. It takes courage and tenacity, and we can all use help.

Bin It, NYC: Most Residential Trash Soon Must Go In Containers

The city's next step toward black trash bag-free sidewalks will be fall 2024, officials said.

Abortion Pill Prescriptions Just A Phone Call Away In NYC: Mayor

New Yorkers can now get city-run abortion access from the "comfort of their home" through a new telehealth program, the mayor said.

Healing Hormonal Headaches from Menarche to Menopause

Headache is the 3rd Leading Cause of Emergency Department Visits for Women Age 15-64

Dengue Fever Tops 50 Cases In NYC This Year: What To Know

The mosquito-borne illness has sickened 880 people nationwide, and New York has the second-most cases, CDC data shows.

How To Keep Tabs On COVID Through Wastewater Testing In NYC

“Wastewater surveillance is here to stay,” said Queensboro Community College professor Monica Trujillo, “and we need people trained for it."