Boy undergoing treatment for rare form of cancer asks for cards for 10th birthday
In honor of Carter’s 10th birthday this month, Joshua Willett said his son would like to receive birthday cards in the mail.
Adorable toddler dances with dad to celebrate 11 months cancer free
A 2-year-old leukemia survivor celebrated 11 months cancer free recently, with an adorable dance with his dad.
New cancer vaccine shows promise, helped kill cancer cells in patient
A vaccine undergoing testing at the Mayo Clinic has reportedly removed cancer cells in a breast cancer patient.
Lyme & Reason - Lyme Disease and the Power of Innovation
As the fight over Lyme Disease continues, advocates and authors, patients and authors from all walks of life are coming together to try and eradicate the disease that has changed so many lives.
Recent attacks spark review of NYC’s mental health intervention programs
In the wake of brutal attacks in both Chinatown and Queens, New York City now says it will review how it uses “Kendra’s Law,” a law that gives courts the authority to order psychiatric treatment.
New Jersey nonprofit helps women battling breast cancer
Cathy Commesso Juska was feeling particularly lousy one day, in the thick of three months' chemotherapy for breast cancer. All she could stomach, she told a friend, were Gatorade and Teddy Grahams.
New York to be 1st to require disclosure of tampon materials
New York will become the first state to require the disclosure of ingredients in tampons and other menstrual products.
Concussion PSA compares youth football dangers to smoking
Everybody seems to be having fun when the kids in a new public service announcement are just playing football, until one boy is thrown to the ground and the background music turns ominous.
North Shore University Hospital introduces LI's first digital footprint system for newborns
North Shore University Hospital has announced the introduction of a new digital footprint system for newborn children, replacing the traditional ink and paper.
Vegan Reddit user calls police on friends who fed her chicken as a prank
"My friends thought it would be funny to feed me chicken nuggets as a prank,” the victim began.
Man reports staggering weight loss after trainer gets him 'banned' from fast-food restaurants
This time last year he couldn't walk up the stairs, wear a seat belt, fit in the bath or travel on public transportation.
Former reporter loses more than 200 pounds to start new career as Texas police officer
He encourages that those looking to undergo a similar transformation "keep going" and reach for their goals.
People working in this profession have the most sex
Farmers know how to keep busy — whether at work or between the sheets, a British survey found.
Lyme disease awareness
The Global Lyme Alliance is holding its 5th annual gala Thursday. Actress Talia Jackson talks about her diagnosis. Global Lyme Alliance CEO Scott Santarella discusses the disease.
NYC sues online e-cigarette vendors over sales to under-21s
New York City has filed a federal lawsuit against 22 online e-cigarette sellers, accusing them of selling their products to residents under the age of 21.
A look at New York City’s homeless crisis – Then and Now
Some say that the streets of New York City are beginning to resemble the “bad old days,” with garbage and the homeless found everywhere.
Former NFL star DeAngelo Williams sponsors over 500 mammograms, honors mom who died of breast cancer
Former NFL Pittsburgh Steelers running back DeAngelo Williams’ foundation has sponsored more than 500 mammograms since 2015 to honor his mother who died of breast cancer.
Recuperating Bernie Sanders says he may slow down campaigning pace
Bernie Sanders began reintroducing himself to the 2020 campaign on Tuesday, venturing outside his Vermont home to say that he doesn't plan on leaving the presidential race following last week's heart attack - but that he may slow down a frenetic pace that might have contributed to his health problems.
Bronx teen is first reported vaping death in NYS
A 17-year-old boy from the Bronx is the first reported death related to vaping in New York State.
Long Island facility offers amputee support group
The facility is the first on Long Island to offer an amputee support group