On Call with Dr. Kumar: What's causing latest surge in RSV?
Dr. Kumar explains why the area is seeing an uptick in cases, and breaks down the symptoms and new treatment options.
Dr. Kumar explains why the area is seeing an uptick in cases, and breaks down the symptoms and new treatment options.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to explain why some sights and sounds get our hearts racing.
The American Heart Association discovered a link between four key factors: Cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity.
It's the second leading cause of death around the world, but many Americans don't know how to recognize one.
In addition to anxiety and depression, feeling lonely can impact physical health and wellbeing.
The so-called "tripledemic" appears to have arrived, with people everywhere coughing and sneezing.
When you hear about menopause, we often think of women. But hormonal changes can also affect men as they age.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to answer some of your questions.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut all have pending state legislation that would let students get some extra shuteye.
Constant screen time impacts kids' attention spans, among other negative effects. We hear from Dr. Kumar for some best practices heading back to school.
Just as students are heading back to the classroom, a new COVID variant is hitting the Tri-State Area.
A new study finds the weight-loss drug Wegovy could help people with the most common form of heart failure.
Many college freshman are leaving home for the first time, a transition that can be a major stressor on their health.
Many college freshman are leaving home for the first time, an exciting transition, but one that can be a major stressor on their physical and mental health.
Many students are already training hard for fall sports, but overuse injuries among children are on the rise.
Fentanyl impacts every neighborhood across the country, and the consequences can be deadly.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with more on these emerging viruses and tips on how you can protect yourself.
Dr. Kumar breaks down the difference between sudden cardiac arrest vs. a heart attack, plus the causes and treatment.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with the latest guidance on how to protect yourself and your family from ticks this summer.
We ask how to stay healthy during flight delays, the best way to beat jetlag and how to avoid digestive issues.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar has tips to prevent and spot signs of food poisoning, and avoid fireworks injuries.
An estimated 80% of men and 50% of women suffer from hair loss at some point in their lives.
There can be a lot of confusion over vitamins and supplements. Does everyone need them? Which ones are essential?
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS2 with strategies to keep you on track all summer long.
You've probably seen social media posts about these medications, and celebrities have helped build the buzz around them.
The Rangers had a 2-1 lead in the series then lost three straight, costing them their season.
Christian Walker hit a grand slam in the third inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the New York Mets 10-5 to stop a five-game losing streak that matched their season high.
John Tolkin scored his first goal of the season in the 38th minute to help the New York Red Bulls beat Orlando City 1-0.
An NYPD sergeant shot a man who was armed with a knife outside an East Harlem police station Saturday, police say.
Darryl Strawberry told New York Mets fans it was a mistake to leave for the Los Angeles Dodgers 34 years ago.
An NYPD sergeant shot a man who was armed with a knife outside an East Harlem police station Saturday, police say.
The World Trade Center will host Cricket World Cup viewing parties throughout the month of June, along with other fan activities.
The Committee of Interns and Residents Service Employees International Union has reached a tentative deal with New York City to provide better pay for more than 2,300 medical interns and residents.
Saturday was another stunning day, and Sunday looks pretty decent as well.
In some cases, experts say stress can help keep you sharp and motivated. But over an extended period of time, it may affect your health, job performance, and even your ability to manage your finances.
Saturday was another stunning day, and Sunday looks pretty decent as well.
In some cases, experts say stress can help keep you sharp and motivated. But over an extended period of time, it may affect your health, job performance, and even your ability to manage your finances.
This weekend looks amazing, with copious amounts of sunshine and temperatures returning to the 80s!
A renegade shower or storm is possible Thursday, but the chance is low as skies clear after a rainy morning.
Maurie McInnis will become Yale University's new president on July 1. She's stepping down from Stony Brook University to take the position.
Saturday was another stunning day, and Sunday looks pretty decent as well.
In some cases, experts say stress can help keep you sharp and motivated. But over an extended period of time, it may affect your health, job performance, and even your ability to manage your finances.
This weekend looks amazing, with copious amounts of sunshine and temperatures returning to the 80s!
A renegade shower or storm is possible Thursday, but the chance is low as skies clear after a rainy morning.
After a 15-year-old was stabbed in Ocean City and a state of emergency was issued in Wildwood over the weekend, New Jersey police union president Peter Andreyev said "more needs to be done to allow police to protect our communities."
Saturday was another stunning day, and Sunday looks pretty decent as well.
In some cases, experts say stress can help keep you sharp and motivated. But over an extended period of time, it may affect your health, job performance, and even your ability to manage your finances.
Police on Long Island announced Cricket World Cup road closures and expect disruptions in and around Eisenhower Park starting Saturday.
This weekend looks amazing, with copious amounts of sunshine and temperatures returning to the 80s!
The Cricket World Cup is coming to Long Island starting this weekend, and some tickets are still available.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts in a case stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
CBS News fact checked four misleading claims Trump made about his trial in remarks he made Friday morning.
Former President Donald Trump's campaign and the GOP raised $52.8 million in the hours after Trump was convicted on 34 felony counts in his "hush money" trial.
President Biden said Israel's proposal consists of three phrases. Hamas has not yet responded.
President Biden said the "American principle that no one is above the law was reaffirmed" after Trump was convicted on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.
Officials remind parents to keep a close eye on their kids this summer after a girl nearly drowned in a backyard swimming pool in Connecticut over Memorial Day weekend.
A new report from Orkin ranks the worst cities for mosquitoes, with New York coming in second and Los Angeles taking the top spot.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A new report from New Jersey's Department of Health shows lead levels in children are dropping but not gone.
Kyle McMorrow was just 36 years old when he suffered a stroke last year. He woke up with neck pain one day, not realizing what was happening.
Comedy In Harlem will reopen in a newer, larger location on West 145th Street.
Manhattan prosecutors have told a judge they are evaluating new claims of sexual misconduct made against Harvey Weinstein, and new charges are being considered.
Wactor was shot and killed when he interrupted three suspects in the midst of a catalytic converter theft in downtown LA early Saturday morning, according to family members.
In the Off-Broadway comedy, Sedgwick plays the mother of a young disabled woman who is romantically involved with a disabled man.
Nicki Minaj was in Amsterdam after playing a show at Ziggo's Dome on Thursday, and was on her way to Manchester, England, for the next stop in her Pink Friday 2 World Tour.
The Rangers had a 2-1 lead in the series then lost three straight, costing them their season.
Christian Walker hit a grand slam in the third inning and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the New York Mets 10-5 to stop a five-game losing streak that matched their season high.
John Tolkin scored his first goal of the season in the 38th minute to help the New York Red Bulls beat Orlando City 1-0.
Darryl Strawberry told New York Mets fans it was a mistake to leave for the Los Angeles Dodgers 34 years ago.
The World Trade Center will host Cricket World Cup viewing parties throughout the month of June, along with other fan activities.
Residents who live around St. Mary's Park in the South Bronx say they're worried their children won't have a safe place to play this summer.
The inaugural Gowanus Art Parade will dance along the historically polluted canal Saturday.
Comedy In Harlem will reopen in a newer, larger location on West 145th Street.
Amber Ferrer, an advocate and connector within the LGBTQIA+ community of Jackson Heights, has been named one of the grand marshals of the 2024 Queens Pride Parade.
Living in the concrete jungle means sharing the city with the hundreds of species of wildlife that call it home.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
A teacher in upstate New York is donating part of her liver to a former student. Five-year-old Ezra Toczek's mom says he suffered liver damage at birth, and now his liver is failing.
More than 200 FDNY firefighters got screened for skin cancer Saturday. Studies show firefighters face an increased risk of melanoma due to exposure to cancer-causing substances.
NYPD divers rescued two men who fell off a boat and into the water in Jamaica Bay on Saturday.
New York City's Stonewall Inn is commemorating the start of Pride Month.
A metal rolling gate fell off a Brooklyn building and landed on the sidewalk Saturday. It happened on Fort Hamilton Parkway in Bay Ridge.