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NewsdayTV's Elisa DiStefano visits the set of "Rebranding Menopause," a podcast about menopause and women's health.

'I want to take away that stigma'

Federal data shows public housing complexes for seniors on Long Island failed their inspections. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'We are human beings that live here'

Retired city firefighter Kevin Williams from Patchogue shares his story on receiving a life-saving organ donation. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports. 

'It's a very humbling and very emotional thing'

This Thanksgiving, Kenneth Spaeth, a retired NYPD detective and 9/11 first responder, is giving thanks for a new kidney, one that was donated to him by a Yaphank volunteer firefighter who passed away in May. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'I'm blessed to be here'

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The health system used a federal grant to create a specially designed center in a former HSBC bank.

Northwell Health opening new $2M senior-focused care center today

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No Long Island water provider has added cavity-fighting fluoride to water for nearly three decades, unlike 72% of Americans served by public water.

Even before RFK Jr., Long Island rejected fluoride in its water. Here's the science

Insurance claims were denied for observation services that were less than eight hours long, according to the suit.

Stony Brook Hospital sues UnitedHealthcare, affiliate for $4M over failure to pay

Matt Cohen, president and CEO of the Long Island Association, said it's a time for businesses to reassess whether protections are needed or not.

Some LI firms reevaluating security after CEO's NYC killing, while others say no changes in store

They want women to banish fears that the onset of menopause means their best years are behind them.

Menopause, the podcast: LI trio pierces often taboo topic

"Who knows if the money had been dispensed a year ago, if some of those lives could have been saved?" said Carole Trottere, the mother of a 2018 overdose victim.

Millions from opioid lawsuit settlements remain unspent as overdose deaths continue

Of the 23 LI hospitals graded by the Leapfrog, a nonprofit, none scored below a C since last spring.

12 LI hospitals get A grades for patient safety

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The DeMasi family talks about their 'Thanksgiving miracle' 21 years ago, when baby Gina came home from the hospital after being born four months early.

'Only gave you a 30% chance of living'

Long Island Cares has opened the West Nassau Center for Food Assistance & Community Support in Valley Stream to help those with food insecurity in time for Thanksgiving. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'Food is expensive now so this is gonna help me'

As families gather for Thanksgiving dinner, trauma expert Sara Glass says keep the focus on connecting with relatives, not on making a point if political conversations arise.

'This one is gonna be so tough'

Clarke field hockey player Rebecca Palumbo was diagnosed with Stage 3 Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. She has since beaten cancer and returned to the sport. NewsdayTV's Jolie Katzen reports.

'When I found out it was cancer, it was scary'

Some Long Islanders are concerned over new changes to Medicare's Part D prescription plan, which could drastically raise drug prices. 

'I appreciate every dollar that will be coming my way'

A recent study from the CDC found that high schoolers who experienced racism at school were more likely to turn to substance abuse and/or develop mental distress, Newsday reporter Tiffany Cusaac-Smith has more on this story.

Survey explores link between racism in schools and student mental distress

With over 3,000 Halloween-related injuries each year, NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa talks with Dr. Robert Schwaner of Stony Brook University Hospital on how to stay safe.

How to avoid a trip to the ER this Halloween

State records show the owners of Cold Spring Hills Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation in Woodbury, tried to close the facility but didn't finalize the plans. 

'The question is what happens next if there's no buyer?'

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