As the number of positive coronavirus cases in the state surpassed 2,000, Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo said Wednesday a series of drastic steps are needed to counter the outbreak.


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Long Island breast cancer survivors talk about their mission to give back and support others.

Breast cancer does not have one face: Survivors share their stories

Mike Landsberg of Plainview is the executive chef and co-owner of Jackson Hall in East Islip. As a male breast cancer survivor he's made it his mission to help and raise awareness. NewsdayTV's Geoff Bansen reports.

'When you get that call, or you get that letter, everything stops'

Rori Zura was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer at the age of 33. Today, she helps others as a cancer exercise specialist. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

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Karla Waldron, executive director of Mondays Cancer Care, received her breast cancer diagnosis after spending her whole career in the cancer community.

'I thought I knew everything'

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The Jennifer Schaefer Child Support Room provides comfort for children while their parent or caregiver undergoes cancer treatment and is named for the Isles star's mother, who died of breast cancer in 2024.

LI cancer center unveils support room named for mom of Islanders' Schaefer

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A child in upstate Lewis County has died after contracting the disease, health officials said.

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Experts say the trend stems from increasing healthcare costs, less generous federal payments to insurance companies and insurers' desire for profits.

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Falls can threaten older adults' independence. Long Island experts explain warning signs, hidden hazards and practical ways to reduce the risk.

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The suit filed by Oyster Bay Town Councilwoman Vicki Walsh contended the stents implanted in her by a surgeon in the office of David Greuner was unnecessary surgery that caused her great pain.

Settlement in malpractice lawsuit against suspended LI surgeon over stent implant

A couple facing illness and financial difficulties will get an all-expenses-paid wedding after a chance encounter with a popular social media content creator.

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Medical experts weigh in on how to keep the holiday health and safe, without wrecking the fun.

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According to a Newsday analysis, Long Island's highest-paid nonprofit employees work in the healthcare industry. Newsday investigative reporter Joshua Solomon explains.

'It gives Long Islanders a better understanding'

According a new report from the Rockefeller Institute there are nearly 13,000 service lines identified in the county so far. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

'I wouldn't want it in my home'

The 33rd annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk raised funds for research and supportive programming for cancer patients and their families.

'I walk for ... those who didn't make it'

The 91-year-old former pediatrician transferred a home into his wife's name days before a law made assets of accused sexual abusers vulnerable. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger has more.

'It's very frustrating'

Ken George, of North Babylon, who helped with rescue efforts at Ground Zero, is one of many first responders still dealing with a variety of ailments related to the attacks. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'It's like a curse'

Many workers are struggling to get money they are owed years after state and federal investigations found their employers liable. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn has more.

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In Nassau County, about 4.5% of outlets tested were positive, similar to Suffolk's rate of 4.6%. Newsday Albany reporter Keshia Clukey has more.

'There were a few school districts that stood out'

NewsdayTV's Doug Geed speaks with Newsday reporter David Olson and Stony Brook Children's Hospital's Dr. Sharon Nachman about the issue of vaccine fraud.

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