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New hospital rankings roll out in 2026. Here's when LI patients can see the scores.
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Aimed at the growing number of young Chinese who live alone, a new app asks: 'Are you dead?'
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The debate that never ends: Washington's constant health care fight
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Newsom says he is blocking Louisiana's push to extradite doctor accused of mailing abortion pills
Trump signs a law returning whole milk to school lunches
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300 pet rats in condemned Rocky Point house need new shelter
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Hundreds of laid-off researchers at US workplace safety center are being reinstated
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What to know as New York City nurses strike for a 3rd day
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Trump administration restores federal funding for family planning after ACLU lawsuit
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US overdose deaths fell through most of 2025, federal data reveals
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Report: Errors led to deaths of two men prescribed methadone in prison
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FDA expands recall of Ambriola cheeses over listeria
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Food companies are targeting users of weight-loss drugs with 'GLP-1 Friendly' labels
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Better cancer outcomes: 7 in 10 survive 5 years or more
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6 puppies treated for a suspected opioid overdose in Washington will find new homes soon
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Louisiana seeks California doctor's extradition, testing the limits of shield laws
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Health care
Nurses at 3 Northwell hospitals approve new contracts
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Hospital and nurses fail to negotiate during second day of NYC's largest nursing strike in decades
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Gov. Tony Evers urges the Wisconsin Legislature to act on his key priorities in his final year
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Beshear: Focusing on everyday concerns is key for Democrats vying for governorships
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Cancer
Cancer treatments covered under law
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Breast cancer survivor, diagnosed at age 35, advocates younger screening
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Anonymous donor gives $1M to LI hospital to replace aging equipment
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Breast cancer walk at Jones Beach raises awareness, money
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Mental health
A suspect in the vandalism of JD Vance's Ohio home must stay in jail until trial
How Olympians think about success and failure and what we can learn from them
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Hochul signs off on warning labels for social media
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PTSD and 9/11 first responders: New research makes a breakthrough
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COVID-19
Germany's troubled economy shows modest growth after two years of shrinkage
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Germany sharply rejects RFK Jr.'s claims that it prosecutes doctors for vaccine exemptions
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Fidelis will pay back millions after charging for COVID tests, HIV screenings following settlement
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Can you use that expired COVID-19 test? It depends.
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Wellness
COVID vaccination rates rose in '24 as LI deaths, hospitalizations fell
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What does NYS Paid Family Leave, FMLA pay on Long Island?
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How LI families are maximizing parental leave with baby
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These LI fusion fitness classes offer one-stop resolution workouts
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Who are Long Island's top doctors?
Search Newsday's database to find a top-ranked doctor near you and get tips on choosing the right health care provider.
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South Carolina confirms 124 new measles cases as outbreak on the Arizona-Utah line grows
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Popular weight-loss drugs shouldn't carry suicide warnings, FDA says
Fewer Americans sign up for Affordable Care Act health insurance as costs spike
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Russian investigators launch criminal case after nine babies die at Siberian maternity hospital
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Answers to your questions about the New York City nurses' strike
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Fire that killed 10 at an assisted living facility prompts Massachusetts to enact safety reforms
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LI's largest publicly traded company names first Black CEO
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Judge orders HHS to restore funding for children's health programs as lawsuit continues
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Judge says she'll hold a limited hearing on seizure of Luigi Mangione's backpack
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At-home STD tests offer new options for screening and treatment
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Thousands of nurses go on strike at several major New York City hospitals
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Mattel adds an autistic Barbie to doll line devoted to showcasing diversity and inclusion
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Health Favorites
Memorial Sloan Kettering and Anthem strike deal on reimbursement rates
The two sides said they reached a new multiyear agreement providing Anthem members with continued access to care.
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'Holiday heart syndrome' and other New Year's Eve hazards to watch out for
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Behind the health insurance policies exasperating LIers — and what to do about them
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LI lagging behind rest of NYS on flu, COVID vaccinations
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Health and business
New hospital rankings roll out in 2026. Here's when LI patients can see the scores.
Major hospital rankings will be released throughout 2026, giving Long Island patients fresh data on safety, patient outcomes and more.
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MORE ON THIS TOPICHospital rankings: What to know about them and why they matter
Aimed at the growing number of young Chinese who live alone, a new app asks: 'Are you dead?'
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Nurses at 3 Northwell hospitals approve new contracts
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Recalled Super Greens diet supplement powder sickens 45 with salmonella
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'The Diplomat' films on LI
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Declining number of family owned hardware stores
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Blakeman sworn in as Nassau County executive
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The great grocery store sheet cake taste test
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Volunteers of Long Island: New York Marine Rescue Center
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LI Works: A wizard at fixing pinball machines
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Energy, pride and school spirit: Newsday's 3rd annual Cheer Fest
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Out East: Mecox Bay Dairy in Bridgehampton
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Health insurers must cover scalp cooling treatments
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Bacon, egg and cheese with a twist at this LI bakery
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