'Summer Trauma Season' Prompts Blood Drive In West Islip

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

'Dangerously Low' Blood Supply Prompts Donation Drive At West Islip FD

The New York Blood Center has announced a "dangerously low" decline in donations after spring break deterred potential donors.

'Critical Need' Prompts Blood Drive At West Islip Hospital

Good Samaritan University Hospital is hosting a blood drive after a post-holiday decline in donations sparked a shortage in blood donations.

West Islip Fire Department Host Blood Drive On Thursday

The West Islip Fire Department is hosting a blood drive on Thursday.

'Pay It Forward': Blood Drive Honors Beloved EMT Heather McNamara

An Islip fire department is hosting a blood drive honoring beloved EMT Heather McNamara who passed away after surviving childhood cancer.

2 New Human Cases Of West Nile Virus Reported In Suffolk: Health Dept.

Two more human cases of West Nile Virus have been reported in Suffolk County this season, the Suffolk County Department of Health announces.

'Urgent Call' For Blood Prompts Blood Drive At Good Samaritan Hospital

“Following the recent surge in blood usage, our local inventory is critically low." - Andrea Cefarelli, Senior VP of New York Blood Center.

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

40 more cases of West Nile Virus—including 2 in birds—have been confirmed on Long Island, officials say. Get the details here.

3 Suffolk County Beaches Closed For Bathing To Excess Bacteria

Bathing is prohibited at the beaches until further notice, the Suffolk County Health Department says.

Good Samaritan University Hospital Opens New 'Mother-Baby' Unit

The space will include 36 private patient rooms for maternity care.

West Islip Planned Parenthood Reopens After Months of Renovations

The renovations nearly doubled the center's size.

LI Hospital Launches Program Addressing Maternal Heart Disease

The program will help combat heart disease, which is the leading cause of death for pregnant and postpartum patients.

2 South Shore Beaches Closed To Bathing

The beaches were closed Friday due to the finding of excess bacteria.

Good Samaritan Hospital To Hold Emergency Blood Drive

The drive will take place on Monday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., to fight the state's emergency blood supply shortage.

Good Samaritan Hospital Breaks Ground on $500M Patient Care Pavilion

The Pavilion will provide a state-of-the-art emergency department and offer patients additional private space.

Long Island Welcomes 11 New EMTs Amidst Nationwide Shortage

Eleven new emergency medical technicians were honored ​in a graduation ceremony at Good Samaritan Hospital on Wednesday.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For March 15

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on March 15, 2022.

Suffolk County Publihes Coronavirus Case Update For March 14

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Suffolk County Publishes Coronavirus Case Update For March 13

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Suffolk County Publishes Coronavirus Case Update For March 12

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Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For March 10

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on March 10, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For March 9

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on March 9, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For March 8

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on March 8, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For March 7

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on March 7, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For March 6

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on March 6, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For March 5

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on March 5, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For March 3

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on March 3, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For March 2

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on March 2, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For March 1

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on March 1, 2022.

Suffolk County Publishes Coronavirus Case Update For February 28

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Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For February 27

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on February 27, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For February 26

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on February 26, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For February 23

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on February 23, 2022.

Suffolk County Publishes Coronavirus Case Update For February 22

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Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For February 21

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on February 21, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For February 20

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on February 20, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirs Vaccine Pharmacy-To-Practice Program

Once the vaccines are removed from the freezer, they must be stored in a refrigerator and used within weeks.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For February 17

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on February 17, 2022.

Suffolk County Government: Coronavirus Case Update For February 15

Suffolk County reported the following information related to COVID-19 on February 15, 2022.

Suffolk County Publishes Coronavirus Case Update For February 14

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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.