Health News – Page 3 of 61 – LI Press

United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island (UCPLI) Board Chairman Tom Pfundstein, President and CEO Colleen Crispino, Board Member Sabrina Bivona and Andrew Corrado of the Board of Directors

Health

For 75 years, UCP of Long Island has helped people live without limits

By Bernadette Starzee

NUMC Board Chair Stuart Rabinowitz

Hochul taps ex-Hofstra president to chair NUMC board, Blakeman says he will sue

By Timothy Bolger and Ryan Toohill

Northwell Nose Reconstruction MEDIA

Northwell reconstructs nose of LI man who had it bitten off at a bus stop

By Isabella Gallo

body image

Health

The hidden toll of body image struggles on Long Island teens—and how parents can help

By Francesca Emma

Sur-Sagar-Indian-Cultural-Unit-Credit-Parker-Jewish-Institute

Parker Jewish Institute holds Sur Sagar Ensemble, showcases healing power of music

sports safety

Family

Sports safety: NYU expert shares top tips to keep kids injury-free

By Christy Hinko

Michael Dowling speaking in opposition of the congressional budget bill's proposed cuts to healthcare

Levittown

Suozzi, Gillen, healthcare leaders concerned over possible cuts

By Casey Fahrer

A Northwell Health building

Local News

Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care recognized

By Isabella Gallo

Dr. Avneet Singh (L.) and Dr. Nisha Parikh (R.) review pressure tracing that monitors blood flow in the coronary arteries.

Northwell Health launches its Advanced Chest Pain Program tailored to women

By Cameryn Oakes

Rebecca Koltun and her family at the 'Rally for Rebecca' 5K event

Plainview

Plainview 5K raises money for disabled artist

By Casey Fahrer

Screenshot 2025-05-29 at 9.24.30 AM

Port Washington

Local caregiver wins regional caregiver of the year award

By Isabella Gallo

STRONG Pilates

Couple brings STRONG Pilates to Williston Park to create all-in-one workout community

By Isabella Gallo

stay fit

Health

Get moving: 8 easy ways to stay fit this summer

By Christy Hinko

sun safety

Health

10 smart sun safety tips to keep your skin protected this summer

By Christy Hinko

outdoor games

Do This

7 classic outdoor games that defined summer before screens took over

By Christy Hinko

water safety

Sports

Long Island experts urge parents to prioritize water safety

By Christy Hinko

Planview Hospital has preformed STEMI treatments since its lab opened in 2023

Plainview

Plainview Hospital treats 100th STEMI patient

By Casey Fahrer

Recently reported statistics on overdose rates show a decline in fatal and nonfatal incidents, reaching four-year lows in Nassau County.

Nassau

Overdose rates falling in Nassau County, but leaders call for more to continue trend

By Cameryn Oakes

Plainview Water District Commissioner Marc Laykind, Commissioner Andrew Bader and Commissioner Michael Chad (L. to R.) at the Plainview Water District's Touch-a-Truck Event.

Plainview

Plainview Water District holds inaugural “Touch-A-Truck” event

westbury 1

Westbury

Westbury seeks park upgrades amid calls for equity and safety

By Denivia Rivera

Residents concerned about speeding

NHP residents concerned about speeding, illegal trucks on southern village streets

By Isabella Gallo

Massapequa High School’s Ames Campus hosted the ALS Ride For Life

Massapequa

Massapequa school supports those with ALS

By Casey Fahrer

Dawn Steiner uses SetPoint Medical’s rechargeable neuroimmune modulation device that stimulates the vagus nerve in her neck.

Nassau

Northwell Health launches first-of-its-kind Center for Bioelectronic Medicine

By Cameryn Oakes

Happy Days Dispensary to supply cancer patients with free cannabis

Farmingdale dispensary partners with JETTY to supply free cannabis to cancer patients

By Casey Fahrer

More from our Sister Sites

Angela and Steven Siliato at their new Ben & Jerry's Riverhead shop

Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Opens Riverhead Location

The Latin Food Fest is returning this fall, this time at Industry City in Brooklyn.

Latin Food Fest returns to NYC, bringing Latin flavors and beats to Industry City

Surfing

“Surfing” en el metro: Dron del NYPD captura a cuatro adolescentes en el Bronx en arresto número 200 desde que comenzó la operación contra este peligroso reto

Landscape Details, A Celebration of Art in the Garden, David Harber

Behind the Hedges

Nurtured by Nature: A Celebration of Art in the Garden