Doctor breaks down the benefits of getting in your steps
CBS New York's Dr. Kumar is On Call to explain why it's good for your physical and mental health to get up and get walking.
CBS New York's Dr. Kumar is On Call to explain why it's good for your physical and mental health to get up and get walking.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to talk about some of the common misconceptions around asthma, as well as the symptoms and treatment options.
The U.S.D.A. is considering re-classifying marijuana from a schedule 1 to schedule 3 drug. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to explain some of the potential medical benefits.
Bird flu has now been found in commercially bought milk and cows from 34 herds across nine states. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to help us learn more.
Younger adults are aging faster, increasing their risk for early onset cancers. So which anti-aging techniques actually work?
There's no safe time to look directly at the 2024 solar eclipse in the New York City area because it's outside the path of totality. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains why you need special eclipse glasses to prevent permanent eye damage.
According to the CDC, cases of the highly infectious disease have already exceeded the total number of cases for all of 2023.
The CDC says roughly 25% of Americans suffer from season allergies, and studies suggest pollen season is getting longer and more intense.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to break down the most common sleep disorders.
With expanded screening, treatment and vaccination, experts believe cervical cancer can be completely eliminated.
Maternal mortality continues to rise in the U.S., and a recent study suggests poor mental health may be a factor.
While very important, only 8% of patients attend the recommended 36 sessions of cardiac rehab.
Atrial fibrillation, or a-fib, is serious heart condition that causes abnormal heart rhythm.
So-called "Zynfluencers" are singing its praises on TikTok and Instagram, where users pop little white pouches between their gums and cheeks.
Friday, millions of women are wearing red to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, the number one killer of women, according to the American Heart Association. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is on call for CBS News New York with what you can do for better heart health.
Users post videos of themselves mixing their water for the day with a variety of packets and powders.
Doctors say diet and lifestyle can go along way before spending money on a cream or procedure.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to explain what to watch out for and how to get healthier this winter.
We are in the midst of a "tripledemic," which has people running to pharmacies for over-the-counter relief. But some of those medicines can do more harm than good.
Even though "Dry January" only lasts 31 days, Dr. Kumar explains some of the benefits to your physical and mental health.
Emerging science examines how your brain responds to food and flavor, and it can help you understand your cravings.
If you're hoping to be healthier and happier in the new year, consider giving yourself a microbreak.
Shopping can be good for your health as you hit the stores this holiday season, but be careful not to go overboard.
Thanksgiving is a time for food, family and relaxation. But for health care workers, it can be one of the busiest days of the year.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with the latest research on diabetes prevention and management.
The prosecution is delivering its closing argument in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial in a New York court.
Shien Lee and Nathan Leong are changing the music landscape in New York City by defying cultural stigmas.
State Sen. Jessica Ramos says she refuses to introduce legislation to help Metropolitan Park casino proposal.
The family of a man fatally shot by NYPD officers in Brooklyn this weekend is condemning the police response, and are asking why a social worker wasn't present.
The Manhattan district attorney says multiple random assaults allegedly committed by 40-year-old Skiboky Stora are being considered hate crime incidents.
Shien Lee and Nathan Leong are changing the music landscape in New York City by defying cultural stigmas.
State Sen. Jessica Ramos says she refuses to introduce legislation to help Metropolitan Park casino proposal.
The family of a man fatally shot by NYPD officers in Brooklyn this weekend is condemning the police response, and are asking why a social worker wasn't present.
The Manhattan district attorney says multiple random assaults allegedly committed by 40-year-old Skiboky Stora are being considered hate crime incidents.
Living in the concrete jungle means sharing the city with the hundreds of species of wildlife that call it home.
Today's forecast looks much improved for NYC, as the sunshine returns and humidity drops.
Delays at LaGuardia, Kennedy and Newark airports were anywhere from one to three hours Monday as storms made Memorial Day travel difficult.
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.
Flood advisories were issued for Bergen, Essex, Orange, Passaic and Rockland counties late Monday night.
While many folks get to enjoy the holiday weekend, others will be working, taking care of those of us who might be looking for a sale.
East Orange's Brick Church station will get federal funds to make it more accessible to commuters with disabilities.
Today's forecast looks much improved for NYC, as the sunshine returns and humidity drops.
Delays at LaGuardia, Kennedy and Newark airports were anywhere from one to three hours Monday as storms made Memorial Day travel difficult.
Flood advisories were issued for Bergen, Essex, Orange, Passaic and Rockland counties late Monday night.
Police in Wildwood, New Jersey, have ended a state of emergency that temporarily restricted access to the entire boardwalk after responding to "numerous incidents of civil unrest."
Long Island health officials say the beaches could have higher levels of bacteria because of storm water runoff from Monday's thunderstorms.
Delays at LaGuardia, Kennedy and Newark airports were anywhere from one to three hours Monday as storms made Memorial Day travel difficult.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms will move in Monday evening, bringing a high risk of flooding while many will be traveling home.
Stew Leonard's is facing a wrongful death lawsuit from the estate of a woman who died after she ate a mislabeled cookie and suffered an allergic reaction to peanuts.
New York City is the third most popular place in the U.S. to travel to this Memorial Day weekend, according to AAA.
The prosecution is delivering its closing argument in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial in a New York court.
State Sen. Jessica Ramos says she refuses to introduce legislation to help Metropolitan Park casino proposal.
The decision could complicate prosecutors' case against New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez as it relates to Egypt and military aid.
What has it been like inside the courtroom covering Donald Trump's "hush money" trial? CBS New York's Alice Gainer gives us a behind-the-scenes look.
President Joe Biden laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and is delivering his annual Memorial Day address.
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.
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 Peregrine falcon chicks that hatched on the Gov. Cuomo Bridge now have names.
Documentary filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, an Oscar nominee who focused on food and American diets, has died of cancer at age 53.
The NY Mets game has been postponed today, so they will have to wait another day for their series opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
"Bill Walton was truly one of a kind," NBA commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement.
Alex Wenberg's goal at 5:35 of the extra session lifted the Rangers to a 5-4 win over the Panthers on Sunday.
The Padres scored four runs in the sixth inning on their way to a 5-2 victory over the Yankees on Sunday.
Omar Narváez's RBI single capped a big ninth inning for the Mets in their 4-3 win over the Giants on Sunday.
Living in the concrete jungle means sharing the city with the hundreds of species of wildlife that call it home.
The Brooklyn swimmers say they're concerned about boats and jet skis getting to close, so they found a loophole to help them stay safe.
The Concourse Plaza Multiplex Cinemas in the Bronx is closing, leaving just one movie theater left in the entire borough.
Sailboats descended on New York Harbor in advance of a Vendée Globe qualifying race next week.
Vernisa Depass reached out to CBS New York about a serious case of mold in her apartment that was not getting repaired by her landlord.
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.
An early morning attack on a woman in the Bronx has a neighborhood on edge and police investigating. Police sources say it happened around 1:30 a.m. Saturday in Woodlawn on East 235th Street.
State Sen. Jessica Ramos says she refuses to introduce legislation to help the casino proposal. CBS New York's Kristine Johnson reports.
Police officers fired shots outside a hotel in Carle Place on Long Island on Tuesday. CBS New York's Jenna DeAngelis reports.
Closing arguments were presented Tuesday in the historic criminal trial of Donald Trump. Prosecutors say the former president took part in a conspiracy and cover-up, but the defense says there isn't a shred of evidence to convict. CBS New York's Alice Gainer reports.
The family of a man who was fatally shot by police officers in Brooklyn this weekend is speaking out. Andre Mayfield, 26, was killed. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.