Retirees and active employees will pay more for GLP-1 weight loss drugs and for out-of-network care.

The state Health Department said it has checks in place aimed at deterring fraudulent enrollment.

The state's vaccine fraud unit, formed to combat fake COVID-19 records, was later broadened to investigate childhood immunizations.

The head of Gender Equality New York assailed NYU Langone for its "surrender" to the Justice Department, and the Trump administration for "attacking our small, marginalized community."

Unlike the early years of the pandemic, few patients are ending up in intensive care or dying.

An estimated 400,000 people were exposed to toxins on or after 9/11.

The health departments are endorsing the recommendations of the medical societies, which support the vaccine for all adults, and some others.

The increase in new cancer cases among Northwell patients reflects nationwide trends in 9/11 cancer cases.

At Sun & Surf, there was a mix of sadness at the tornado's destruction and gratitude that no one was hurt.

The health system must also pay a fine and spend $2 million to help people who received gender-affirming care to "detransition," the government said.

Long Island's first new hospital since 1980 could increase competition and lead to fewer trips to Manhattan for medical procedures.

St. Charles Hospital and unionized nurses reach a tentative agreement, averting a strike.

This is the largest civil penalty imposed for vaccination fraud in the Department of Health's 125-year history, officials said.

A deadline looms for an agreement on a new contract between Fidelis and Northwell Health.

If a strike occurs, St. Charles will remain open, a hospital spokeswoman said.

Healthcare experts warn that many people kicked off the program will not be able to afford insurance and will avoid seeking care.

Anna may end up saving Joey's life, although she may not live to see him grow up.

Union leaders said nurse-to-patient staffing ratios are the main issue. The hospital pointed to its "A" safety rating.

The contract's end means patients insured by Healthfirst must look for new doctors and other medical specialists.

When researchers asked about raw milk, vaccines and alternative cancer treatments, they found some problematic answers.

About 10% of people hospitalized with sickle cell on Long Island between 2009 and 2022 faced a "major risk of mortality," about twice the state average.

Allegations that a former Amityville nurse falsified immunization records of hundreds of children highlight increased skepticism.

The state urged Suffolk prosecutors to investigate Wild Child's Julie DeVuono for pediatric vaccine fraud. They never did.

Healthfirst sent letters notifying policyholders that its association with Catholic Health had ended and that patients must find a new in-network primary care provider by April 30.

Experts said the progress is promising, if precarious. Hundreds of Long Islanders still die every year.

In an interview, the doctor said he administered the vaccines to his son. "I'm pro vax."

After contracting COVID-19 in December 2021, a Roslyn woman was allowed to work remotely but in-person work would be phased in.

New Yorkers without insurance, or those with very high deductibles, would benefit most from TrumpRx.

With no criminal records, they went for a routine check-in. Sent to El Salvador, they're desperate to return to their American lives.

The change reflects "who we are as a nation," said one demographer.

On Long Island, the number of people who died of COVID-19-related causes fell from about 410 in 2024 to about 220 in 2025

Increased access to and use of contraception is the biggest reason, experts say, along with other key factors.

Consumers must be proactive in asking about eligibility to avoid bills that could exceed $1,000 for a five-day supply, pharmacists say.

A Thanksgiving flag football game in New Hyde Park featured three generations of friends and family taking the field for the 60th annual matchup.

Long Island pediatricians and other experts weigh in on the CDC's new statement.

There are only about 10 labs nationwide in which cannabis can be legally dispensed on-site to subjects.

The discounts in some cases will be modest.

Long Island workers and employers are seeing premium increases, some in double digits.

Limiting access to telehealth could lead to more serious complications for patients, and hospitalizations, experts said.

The average premium increase for Long Islanders with subsidized plans would be 32%, the state estimates.

The Brentwood residence will exclusively be for 18- to 25-year-olds with drug and alcohol addictions.

Newsday talked with those who would see premiums increase if the enhanced subsidies aren't extended.

On Long Island, the average increase for about 28,000 people with subsidized ACA plans would be 32%.

Scientists believe that medication given through the nose has the potential to be more effective because it attacks or blocks the virus at the source.

Business owners reported sales drops as high as 50% since President Trump took office in January.

Newsday interviewed D'Angelo about Northwell's plans.

Several local and state agencies are investigating the death of Santos Banegas Reyes.

As of Monday afternoon, online scheduling for the nation's largest pharmacies, CVS and Walgreens, did not allow people under the age of 65 without underlying health conditions to make appointments.

The order will be in effect for 30 days and can be renewed, the governor said.