Health
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9/11 link to heart disease rejected as responders cry foul
In response to petitions seeking coverage through the World Trade Center Health Program for ischemic heart disease, a recent ruling cited “insufficient evidence.”
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‘Explosive diarrhea’ parasite cases rise in New York, with 65 new cases
New York reported 65 additional confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, known for causing frequent explosive diarrhea, in the latest weekly update from the state Department of Health.
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Rockland’s first ‘wind phone’ to help those grieving honors local teen
The wind phone is located in the southern portion of River Front Park, along the Hudson River.
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Medicare costs could soon increase for 1.3M New Yorkers. Here’s why
Millions of New Yorkers could start seeing Medicare costs rise through higher monthly premiums if the Trump administration gets its way.
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Inside New York health officials push for back-to-school vaccinations
The state requires age-appropriate back-to-school vaccinations to protect against several diseases.
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Canadian wildfire smoke may impact Binghamton into August
Canadian wildfire smoke may not be as thick as the smoke the area saw July 15-17, expert says.
