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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.
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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.
An NYPD narcotics canine named Mulk is back on the job after a near-death experience during a drug busts in the Bronx and Manhattan.
A crackdown on gang violence in Nassau County is delivering results with nearly three dozen arrests in the last week, police said.
The NYPD has seized two of the vehicles it says were involved in a chaotic and fiery car meetup over the weekend in Queens.
One person is dead and another injured after a driver struck pedestrians in the Bronx on Tuesday, police said.
Rex Heuermann admitted in court earlier this month that he strangled all his victims to death, but his ex-wife Asa Ellerup heard his confession prior to his plea.
An NYPD narcotics canine named Mulk is back on the job after a near-death experience during a drug busts in the Bronx and Manhattan.
A crackdown on gang violence in Nassau County is delivering results with nearly three dozen arrests in the last week, police said.
The NYPD has seized two of the vehicles it says were involved in a chaotic and fiery car meetup over the weekend in Queens.
One person is dead and another injured after a driver struck pedestrians in the Bronx on Tuesday, police said.
New York Attorney General Letitia James is suing the backers of two prominent prediction markets, calling them illegal gambling.
Colder weather returns to the New York City area this week with sub-freezing temperatures in the suburbs.
New York City's balmy weather proved to be record-breaking for the date of April 15.
Parts of the New York area could see record high temperatures during a summerlike stretch of weather this week.
A major warmup, featuring summer-like temperatures in the 80s, will take over the Eastern Seaboard beginning Monday.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are finally turning the corner to warmer weather this week.
The pop-up JBJ Soul Kitchen at the Ocean County Library in Toms River, N.J. will shut down at the end of the month.
A large four-alarm fire ripped through multiple homes in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey, early Tuesday morning.
Federal law entitles students with disabilities to special education services until they turn 21. What happens next is what many caregivers call "the transition cliff."
Much of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are under a freeze warning Monday night, and that means crops and plants are in danger of dying.
A stolen Lamborghini worth around $300,000 was recovered in New Jersey after its owner said police tracked an Apple AirTag he hid inside.
A crackdown on gang violence in Nassau County is delivering results with nearly three dozen arrests in the last week, police said.
Rex Heuermann admitted in court earlier this month that he strangled all his victims to death, but his ex-wife Asa Ellerup heard his confession prior to his plea.
Decades after their theft, rare books worth millions were recovered in New York City after being stolen from venture capitalist John Hay Whitney's Long Island home.
John Gotti's grandson Carmine Agnello is headed to prison in connection with a COVID fraud scheme in New York.
A young Long Island man who overcame autism to graduate high school as valedictorian is now poised to graduate from Hofstra with top honors.
There are some out there who believe Mayor Mamdani may have been the catalyst for the Mets' current 11-game losing streak.
Menin's relationship with Mayor Zohran Mamdani is still a work in progress, but the two agree on Gov. Kathy Hochul's proposed pied-à-terre tax.
Former President Barack Obama met privately with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani before joining together to read to preschoolers at a child care center in the Bronx.
The deal, approved by the FCC, would create a company that owns 265 television stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.
President Trump spoke with CBS News Friday in a new telephone interview.
The 16th Annual Lustgarten Foundation New York City Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research was held Sunday in Battery Park City.
Advocates fear New York state could be taking a step back when it comes to biomarker testing access for those with Medicaid.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
The upcoming fashion exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art includes 25 mannequins based on real bodies.
A previously unreleased song is one of many ways Prince is being honored a decade after his death.
Singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw turned to social media for help reconnecting with a New York City bartender after a memorable performance this week.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji will not attend this year's Met Gala, sources said.
The Rock And Roll Hall of Fame unveiled its list of inductees for 2026, and it includes the Wu-Tang Clan, the legendary, local hip-hop collective.
There are some out there who believe Mayor Mamdani may have been the catalyst for the Mets' current 11-game losing streak.
Cam Schlittler, a native of Walpole, said he and his family have received threats from Red Sox fans ahead of his Fenway Park debut Thursday.
CJ McCollum scored 32 points and the Hawks rallied to stun the Knicks 107-106 on Monday night, tying their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.
The first step toward a possible reunion between Odell Beckham Jr. and the New York Giants is complete.
The Yankees beat the reeling Royals 7-0 to complete a three-game sweep on Sunday following a long rain delay.
Recurring elevator problems are back and worse than ever at one New York City high-rise, according to tenants.
Students at M.S. 407 transform a barren space into a habitat for bees and butterflies, part of a broader city push to expand pollinator-friendly green spaces.
Brooklyn officials announced a first-of-its-kind initiative to build sensory rooms in every District 75 elementary school.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration unveiled a dramatic traffic redesign at Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza.
New York City business owners are pushing on the State Legislature to pass Gov. Kathy Hochul's reforms that would roll back some of the climate legislation passed by New York state in 2019.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
CBS News New York's Nick Caloway has more on the how the horse named Kelly, a rescue, made its way to the NYPD.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett is calling for a really pleasant Thursday, with sunny skies and a high of 72.
Nassau County Police said a crackdown on gang violence is delivering results with nearly three dozen arrests in the last week. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff got a behind-the-scenes look at the effort from Hempstead.
Mulk is a very good girl who is very good at her job. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman recently got to see her practice her drug-sniffing skills at the police canine training facility in Brooklyn.
The NYPD has seized two of the vehicles it says were involved in a chaotic and fiery car meetup over the weekend in Queens. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports.