How hot weather affects mental health
Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
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Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
A new study found more than half of all adults and one third of children around the world are predicted to be overweight or obese by 2025.
We are seeing alarming levels of influenza across the country. According to the CDC, flu cases are the highest they've been in 15 years! That has driven overall levels of respiratory illness to "very high" for the first time this season. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains why we are seeing such a rise, and what symptoms you should look out for this season.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S., killing more women than all forms of cancer combined. On Feb. 7, women are going red to raise awareness and hopefully save lives.
Past studies have shown that getting enough physical activity can help lower our risks of cardiovascular disease, but just how much exercise is needed to make an impact? A new study from researchers at the University of Sydney have found that a little bit of exercise can go a very long way. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains.
The FDA announced a proposed rule last week that would require the tobacco industry to lower nicotine levels in combusted tobacco products. The proposal would apply to cigarettes, tobacco, and cigars. Despite a steady decline in smoking rates, the CDC estimates that cigarette smoking causes 1 out of every 5 deaths in the us every year. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains.
This winter there have been an unusually high number of norovirus outbreaks reported across the country--with that number continuing to rise. according to the CDC, norovirus is the leading cause of gastroenteritis in the US. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains why the rise in cases and what you can do stay healthy.
Insufficient sleep is emerging as a major health problem, with up to half of US adults getting less than the recommended 7 hours of sleep per night. A new study published by the American Heart Association found that individuals with high blood pressure were even more vulnerable to poor sleep and were at increased risk of having negative impacts to the brain. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS News New York with some last-minute gifts that promote good health.
Heavy drinking and the holidays often go hand in hand, but even a short-term alcohol increase can have major health effects. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is on call for CBS News New York and details why it's such a concern.
According to the American Heart Association getting the right amount of sleep is essential for heart health, but a new study finds that sleep regularity which is waking up and going to sleep at the same time may be even more important than sleep duration. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains why.
The current guidelines from the USDA recommend that adults consume three cups of low fat or non fat diary per day. However, some experts feel that this may be too much. A recent study conducted even found that consumption of non fermented milk increased risk of heart disease in participants. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains why.
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient, playing an important role in maintaining good health. It impacts the immune system, blood pressure, bone health and much more. But during the winter months many people living in urban areas experience a Vitamin D deficiency. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is on call to explain how to stay healthy.
A new warning to people 40 and under as cases of colon cancer rapidly increase. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is on call with more on why we're seeing such a rise and the importance of early screening.
A recent study published in The Journal of Translational Medicine found that people who favored sweets had significantly higher risks to both their mental and physical health. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains the risk of the "sweet tooth."
A new study revealing some startling findings about how young people see the world. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is on call to talk about an increase in nearsightedness and what people can do to help their kids avoid having it.
Sleepmaxxing is a new wellness trend that aims to maximize the amount and quality of sleep you get each night and is going viral on social media. Influencers promoting advice, products and practices aimed at improving your sleep are racking up hundreds of thousands of views. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains the health risks
Dr. Nidhi Kumar highlights the impact vaping can have on teen brains and what parents can do to get them to quit.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to talk about shingles in young people
Health officials are continuing to warn people about the dangers of West Nile virus as more cases of the disease spread by mosquitoes are confirmed in the Tri-State Area.
The listeria outbreak linked to deli meat has sickened a dozen people in New York and is blamed for one death in New Jersey. So is it safe to eat?
While the physical consequences of heat waves have been widely described, scientists are now sounding the alarm on the psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is on call with more on the issues that could range from irritability to insomnia.
Last week, Governor Hochul made New York State the first in the nation to require social media sites to restrict addictive feeds and prohibit sites from collecting, using or selling personal data of anyone under 18. Dr. Nidhi Kumar tells us more about the science behind these initiatives.
Doctor Nidhi Kumar is on call to share how to be safer this summer amid a rise in drowning deaths.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to talk about June being Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month
The display brought 2,977 lights over New York harbor and the 9/11 memorial, one light for each person killed in the attacks.
An American Airlines reservations agent who took Betty Ong's historic 9/11 call recalls the flight attendant's bravery.
The World Trade Center Memorial Plaza is a place to mourn, and a place to move forward. One World Trade Center is perhaps the greatest symbol of resilience.
At a Bay Ridge school, students who were born years after the attacks are learning about Sept. 11 through the stories of parents, teachers and first responders who lived through it.
The trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three other alleged 9/11 plotters is scheduled to begin in June 2028.
The display brought 2,977 lights over New York harbor and the 9/11 memorial, one light for each person killed in the attacks.
The World Trade Center Memorial Plaza is a place to mourn, and a place to move forward. One World Trade Center is perhaps the greatest symbol of resilience.
At a Bay Ridge school, students who were born years after the attacks are learning about Sept. 11 through the stories of parents, teachers and first responders who lived through it.
A solemn ceremony, including seven moments of silence, is being held at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum in Lower Manhattan.
The FBI used the Intrepid Museum to help conduct the massive investigation after 9/11.
After a week filled with periods of storminess and high humidity, a calmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for the holiday weekend.
Severe storms returned to the Tri-State Area, making it a soggy Thursday morning.
The rain returns Tuesday with the possibility of severe storms and downpours that can cause flash flooding in the New York City area.
Activity by ICE agents is putting a chill on the economy in parts of Connecticut after an estimated 100 people were recently grabbed off the streets of Danbury and other communities.
A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Tuesday and Wednesday due to the threat of strong to severe thunderstorms.
Middletown, New Jersey, had more residents killed in the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, than any other town outside of New York City.
The Empty Sky Memorial at Liberty State Park in Jersey City honored the hundreds of New Jersey residents killed in the 9/11 attacks Thursday.
A United States Army intelligence officer from New Jersey is reflecting on his service, which he says was inspired by his desire to serve his country and combat Islamophobia.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
More than 41,000 students are heading back to class across Newark, New Jersey, Tuesday following 11 weeks of summer vacation.
Many remember an image featuring longtime FDNY firefighter Bob Beckwith that spread around the world in the days following the 9/11 attacks -- an image of bravery and hope.
Retired at the time, Beckwith, who spent 30 years with the FDNY, responded to the devastation at ground zero and was captured in an iconic moment with President George W. Bush. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
A man accused of killing a Long Island woman was fatally shot by police officers in Massachusetts on Wednesday night, officials say.
New water rescue equipment can now reach swimmers in distress before rescue crews can even reach the water. Nassau County Police on Thursday unveiled drones equipped with flotation devices to reach people in trouble in a matter of seconds. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Though none of them were even born in 2001, students at Commack High School continue to pass on memories of the 9/11 terror attacks.
The trial of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three other alleged 9/11 plotters is scheduled to begin in June 2028.
Four former presidents are at the World Trade Center memorial site for 9/11 commemorations, while President Trump spoke at the Pentagon.
Many remember an image featuring longtime FDNY firefighter Bob Beckwith that spread around the world in the days following the 9/11 attacks -- an image of bravery and hope.
As governor of New York on Sept. 11, 2001, George Pataki was responsible for many of the decisions being made at the highest level of state government. He recently reflected on that somber day.
Former President George W. Bush gave rare remarks on Wednesday as Americans mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
One person has died and a total of five people have been sickened by Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx.
As of late August, the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund has received 112,000 claims, awarding more than $18 billion.
A cosmetic treatment that promises breast enhancement without surgery is now at the center of a fight over who regulates human tissue in New York.
Twenty-five years after the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, the health threat hasn't ended for many survivors.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
Some are calling for Macklemore to be removed from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after he used part of his opening performance on Friday and Saturday nights at MetLife Stadium to share his pro-Palestinian views about the war in Gaza.
The Met's decision to highlight the work by designer John Galliano sparked widespread controversy due to his history of antisemitic and racist comments.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
The New York Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 10-3 on Thursday night to tighten the AL East race.
Jude Terry and Armindo Sieb each scored a goal, Hugo Lloris had his MLS-leading 12th shutout this season, and Los Angeles FC beat the New York Red Bulls 2-0 to snap a six-game winless streak.
Rookie George Lombard Jr. became the second-youngest player in Yankees' history to hit a grand slam as New York beat the Rockies 6-1 on Wednesday night.
Dániel Gazdag scored in the third minute of second-half stoppage time to rally the New England Revolution to a 2-1 victory over New York City FC on Wednesday night at Citi Field.
The New York Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 5-3 on Tuesday night to clinch their 34th straight winning season.
At a Bay Ridge school, students who were born years after the attacks are learning about Sept. 11 through the stories of parents, teachers and first responders who lived through it.
Former Mets players from the 2001 season were at Ladder 25 on the Upper West Side on Tuesday.
Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician Lizzo made a surprise visit to meet Brooklyn students and debut her new children's book.
A Bronx pizzeria is proving that kindness is contagious by giving slices to hungry New Yorkers.
Brooklyn Community Services says keeping its mobile shower program running is becoming increasingly difficult as the costs of fuel, hygiene products and other expenses rise.
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.
Two thousand nine hundred and seventy seven lights rose over New York harbor and the 9/11 memorial Wednesday night.
A whole generation has only learned about 9/11 from history books. A Bay Ridge school is teaching students how to "never forget" something they didn't experience. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger reports.
A number of our colleagues were working in the newsroom, witnessing the tragedies in real time.
From tons of mangled steel to an empty plot to the beautiful memorial, the World Trade Center complex has transformed over the past 25 years. CBS News New York's Dick Brennan reports.
CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook discusses the upcoming memorial ceremony, and Aziza Shuler recalls the events that unfolded 25 years ago.
