Many LI Parents Think Vaping Is Addictive And Unsafe: Poll

Of the parents polled, more than half believe that vaping is just as dangerous for teens as marijuana and alcohol use.

Mercy Medical Center Gets $30K To Support Breast Health

The grant helps to fund procedures the uninsured and underinsured in Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Nassau County To Parents: Get Your Kids A Measles Vaccine

With measles outbreaks upstate and in the city, the county is encouraging all parents to get their children immunized.

LI To Receive Millions To Improve Healthcare, Addiction Programs

The grants will help health programs across the Island expand their services and capabilities.

One Third Of LI Parents Won't Give Their Kids HPV Vaccine: Poll

“Why would a parent withhold the first anticancer vaccination from their child?” one pediatrician asked.

South Nassau Earned Nearly Two Dozen Awards In 2018

It was a banner year for the hospital, which earned many awards and honors for care and patient safety.

Good Shepherd Hospice Opens At Mercy Medical Center

The new center will help deliver top-of-the-line hospice care to Long Island.

South Nassau Given Highest Honor For Nursing

The hospital was one of only 26 in the state to be named a Magnet organization for its outstanding nursing program.

South Nassau Receives Numerous Awards For Women's Health

The hospital was the only one in New York state to receive all five awards from Healthgrades for women's health services.

Diseases From Ticks And Mosquitoes On the Rise, Especially In NY

Make sure to cover up, because New Yorkers are especially likely to get bit.

South Nassau Opens New Fetal Medicine Clinic

The clinic will help women with high-risk pregnancies using advanced technology and specialized techniques.

Nassau County To Offer Free Flu Shots

As the virus continues its rapid spread, county officials are doing what they can to inoculate residents.

South Nassau Named One Of Best Hospitals For Women

The hospital was named to the 100 Hospitals with Great Women's Health Programs list, which spans the entire country.

Mercy 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.​

New Poll: 40 Percent Of Long Islanders Not Sure If Vaccines Are Safe

Even though vaccines have been proven safe, many on Long Island aren't sure about their effects.

The Smilist Dental Gives Back!

Along with providing exceptional dental care, the Smilist is serving the Long Island community by holding a Back-to-School Supplies Drive!

Are You Being Affected By Gum Disease?

The Smilist Dental has top-rated periodontists with the latest technology to treat gum disease. Trustworthy and affordable care.

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.

TMJ - Are You Having Symptoms?

Top-rated dentists at The Smilist Dental are trained to professionally treat any pain or discomfort caused by TMJ.

Mercy Medical Center Graded On Patient Safety

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

Get Wiser About Wisdom Teeth!

The Smilist Dental brings to you helpful tips from our top-rated dentist about wisdom teeth.

Dental Tips For Pre-teens and Teens: What You Need To Know About Dental Health Care For Children (ages 7-14)

Dentists and Orthodontists at The Smilist Dental provide you with helpful tips and top-rated dental care to keep your child's teeth healthy

Assemblyman Curran Takes on UnitedHealthcare's Bad Policy Regarding Breast Cancer Screening

Breast Cancer Screenings, Healthcare Policy, UnitedHealthcare

New Year, New Teeth! Five Habits You Need To Kick Plus Five Habits to Start in 2017.

Dentists and orthodontist from The Smilist Dental, share ten ways to start 2017 off with healthy and strong teeth.

Long Island Alzheimer’s Foundation Opens Newest Memory Fitness Center at Maple Pointe at Rockville Centre Assisted Living

Latest LIAF Memory Fitness Center offers innovative, critically needed programs for people facing Alzheimer’s Disease and their caregivers.

South Nassau Seeking to Open New Urology Center in Rockville Centre

The building would centralize many of the services SNCH already provides.

2016-17 Immunization Requirements for New York Schools

Don't forget to get the shot before sending your kids back to the classroom.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea, an Increasingly Common Issue Among Long Islanders

Dr. Sasha Cekada of the Smilist Dental breaks down the signs and symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and shares how a dentist can help.

Meat and Chicken Products Recall: Listeria Warning for 47 Million Pounds Sold on Long Island, Elsewhere

The listeria recall of vegetables expands to 47 million pounds of frozen chicken and meat products that include veggies.

Four Things You Can Do To Take Good Care Of Your Teeth From The Smilist

Dr. Thomas J. Filip from the Smilist shares key steps you can take to maintain good oral health.

Rockville Centre Father, Daughter Walk to Find Cure for Marfan Syndrome

Michael Kramer wants to make the road of Marfan Syndrome a lot smoother for his 7-year-old daughter.

Ask the Smilist Dental: What are Prepless Veneers?

Prepless veneers, the latest trend in Cosmetic Dentistry, offer patients an opportunity to drastically improve their smile.

3 Minutes on a Park Bench with Dr. Scott Culpepper, D.D.S., from The Smilist in Rockville Centre

Dr. Culpepper offers three simple tips to help protect your teeth and discusses what inspired him to pursue a career in dentistry.

Seven Signs Your Child Needs Braces

The Smilist Dental's Orthodontist, Dr. Craig Feldman, shares some common warning signs that your child may need braces.

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.

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.

How Long Do People Live in Rockville Centre?

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