Tag: health
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Enhance Supportive and Palliative Care...
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, announced it will provide full-time supportive and palliative care services throughout its cancer centers on Long Island and New York City.
Celebrate American Heart Month With This Virtual, Healthy Cooking Class
Apron Masters Kitchen will host a healthy-eating, virtual seminar/cooking class, Heart to Heart, on Feb. 9.
Heart Health Experts Explain Why Cardiac Care is Crucial, Especially in...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States — a fact that health professionals say should not be overlooked in the pandemic.
Dementia Webinar To Help Families Prepare in Times of Doubt
Facing the reality that a loved one may be suffering from dementia is difficult, but getting the right care doesn’t have to be.
Mended Little Hearts Offers Love and Support For Kids With Heart...
Mended Little Hearts of Long Island serves local communities by educating and advocating for families of children with congenital heart defects, the most common birth defect in the country.
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Name New Palliative Medicine Leaders
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) welcomes two new palliative medicine doctors.
What Do Covid-19 Vaccine Refusal Rates Look Like So Far?
Demand for the Covid-19 vaccine far exceeds its current supply on Long Island. But when there eventually is enough supply, will enough people be willing to get the vaccine? The answer is complicated.
Moderna Says It Believes Vaccine Will Work Against New Variants
Moderna said on Monday it believes its COVID-19 vaccine protects against new variants found in Britain and South Africa, although it will test a new booster shot aimed at the South Africa variant after concluding that the antibody response could be diminished.
Experts Discuss Options for Senior Care on Recent Webinar
Dealing with the various options for senior care can be stressful for those with a loved one in need of assistance—especially during the COVID-19 crisis.
OpEd: Media Sites Have Responsibility To Curb Mental Health Stigma
Mental illness has been here since way before COVID and it will continue. And more than likely, it affects someone you know—even if you aren’t aware of it.