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WebNew York State is reporting an uptick in COVID cases and hospital admissions as of late. The state’s Department of Health released a report Wednesday stating that hospital …

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Indigenous migrants in NYC lag behind in access to …

(9 days ago) WebIn the sample, 19 percent of indigenous respondents reported needing health care in the 12 months prior to the survey and were unable to obtain it. While many New …

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New COVID Variant Sends NYC Case Rates Soaring

(1 days ago) WebLast week, New York state's Department of Health announced the XBB.1.5 variant is far and away the most dominant strain locally, accounting for more than 50% of statewide infections. That share is

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US health officials looking into pneumonia outbreaks in 2 …

(5 days ago) WebFlu is picking up steam while RSV lung infections that can hit kids and older people hard may be peaking, U.S. health officials said Friday.. COVID-19, though, …

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COVID summer variant symptoms: What to watch for – …

(1 days ago) WebIn response to a rise in cases globally, the World Health Organization on Wednesday classified EG.5 as a variant of interest. A descendant of the XBB sublineage XBB.1.9.2, EG.5 …

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What to know about new weight-loss drug Zepbound …

(7 days ago) WebNov. 9, 202302:45. A new weight-loss drug promises to offer powerful results for Americans struggling with obesity, potentially surpassing the success patients …

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NY among highest rates of Alzheimer's in US

(1 days ago) WebAs for the rest of the NYC area, Kings County (Brooklyn) had an estimated prevalence of 15%, Manhattan was at 14% and Queens was at 13.7 percent, the study …

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What Is RSV: Symptoms in Adults, Babies, How It Spreads, …

(9 days ago) WebNew York's health department says the flu is already widespread, with 596 cases confirmed in the state last week — more than three times the number from the …

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NYC doctors perform world’s first whole eye transplant – …

(9 days ago) WebDr. Eduardo Rodriguez, NYU Langone Health’s chair of plastic surgery, examines Aaron James in New York on Oct. 23, 2023. In May 2023, surgeons performed …

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NYC looking to increase life expectancy to 83 years by …

(9 days ago) WebAdams unveiled his "HealthyNYC" plan Wednesday in an effort to bring the life expectancy up to 83 years by 2030. That would be a marked improvement from the …

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NBC’s Antonia Hylton, 30, diagnosed with rare cancer after …

(2 days ago) WebNBC News correspondent Antonia Hylton is sharing for the first time that she was diagnosed with a rare type of cancer, a neuroendocrine tumor. As a journalist on the …

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Allyson Felix shares the important information doctors should tell

(8 days ago) WebAllyson Felix is speaking out about the changes that are needed in the medical community to ensure pregnant women of color receive proper care and advice. …

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Norovirus in NYC: As Cases Surge, Here Are Symptoms to Watch

(4 days ago) WebSharing eating utensils, changing diapers, consuming contaminated food or drinks, or touching infected surfaces or objects can lead to infections, the Health …

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At least 3 people test positive for West Nile Virus in NYC: What to

(9 days ago) WebHealth officials said that three human cases of West Nile virus have been reported in New York City. The city stated Wednesday night that two people from …

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COVID Guidelines: NYC Vaccine Mandate for Private Sector Ends – …

(Just Now) WebNew York City’s strictest-in-the-nation COVID vaccine mandate covering the private sector is officially over as of Tuesday, following last week’s health board vote to …

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Legionnaires' disease outbreak in 2 NJ counties: What to know

(7 days ago) WebThe disease causes fatal pneumonic lung damage in the elderly and unfit. Health officials in New Jersey are warning of a Legionnaires' disease outbreak for part of …

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UN climate talks focus on the effect on human health – NBC New …

(3 days ago) WebWith Planet Earth running a fever, U.N. climate talks focused Sunday on the contagious effects on human health. Under a brown haze over Dubai, the COP28 …

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What is vibriosis

(5 days ago) WebNew York health officials issued guidance after a rare but potentially deadly flesh-eating bacteria was discovered in a recently deceased person on Long Island. Gov. …

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Some US schools are turning to online therapy as counselors …

(Just Now) WebOne of the biggest providers, San Francisco-based Hazel Health, started with telemedicine health services in schools in 2016 and expanded to mental health in May …

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Free ChatGPT may incorrectly answer drug questions, study says

(5 days ago) WebThe study indicates that patients and health-care professionals should be cautious about relying on ChatGPT for drug information and verify any of the responses …

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NYS Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Bassett Resigns – NBC New York

(7 days ago) WebNY State Needs 3rd New Health Boss in 3 Years as Hochul Pick Resigns. Dr. Mary T. Bassett, a former New York City health commissioner who spent 17 years …

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Gen Z wants to prioritize staying healthy in 2024, new Instagram …

(1 days ago) WebThe wellness industry will probably continue to soar in 2024, as it did in 2023, especially with the help of Gen Z. . To get a peak into what 2024 holds for the younger …

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Harvard doctor: 3 unexpected health and wellness benefits of …

(4 days ago) WebPickleball is the fastest growing sport in the U.S. especially among older individuals, according to the 2023 Sports & Fitness Industry Association Topline …

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Northwell data breach: 4 million in New York impacted by breach

(1 days ago) WebNorthwell Health and Crouse Health were two healthcare providers impacted by the breach, according to New York Attorney General Letitia James. Most of …

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Long-awaited ban on menthol cigarettes could be delayed into …

(5 days ago) WebThe long-awaited ban on menthol cigarettes may not be announced by the end of the year, but pushed to 2024, according to officials from two national public health …

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'Supernatural' actor Mark Sheppard says he had 6 heart attacks

(7 days ago) WebOriginally appeared on E! Online. "Supernatural" "alum Mark Sheppard is recovering from a major health ordeal that nearly killed him. The 59-year-old, who …

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An EU wealth tax and the end of U.S. capitalism: One bank’s …

(2 days ago) WebA 2% wealth tax on EU billionaires would raise 42 billion euros ($45.5 billion) toward the funding of key policy aims, while a wider 2% tax on multi-millionaires could lift …

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