Long Island mother fighting to equip first responders nationwide with EpiPens
Gio's Law would establish a $25 million grant program to equip law enforcement nationwide with EpiPens and train officers how to use them.
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Gio's Law would establish a $25 million grant program to equip law enforcement nationwide with EpiPens and train officers how to use them.
County legislators voted unanimously for first responders to be trained to carry the life-saving device used to treat severe allergic reactions.
Lawmakers voted unanimously for emergency responders to be trained to carry the life-saving device to treat severe allergic reactions. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
Only a few days after EpiPens were placed in select police cruisers, officers used one to save a man's life after he was stung by a bee.
A bill that would make it standard issue for first responders to carry EpiPens or other devices for life-threatening allergies is now in Congress.
In 2019, Gio's Law was passed by the state, empowering first responders to be equipped with EpiPens. Until now, counties with populations over 1 million were exempt. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
The allergy nasal spray is said to be just as effective and it's set to hit the market in about two months.
Elected officials are set to announce a new law that calls for epipens in all police cars.
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Here's a warning for parents of children with severe food allergies: Sometimes exposure can come from the most unexpected places. Would you believe finger paint?
Many pharmacies around the city and country are coming up short when they type in a search for EpiPen, the device that treats life threatening allergic reactions.
The FDA has approved the first independent generic version of the EpiPen, a welcome development against escalating drug prices.
Last November, three-year-old Elijah Silvera died after an allergic reaction at his preschool in Harlem. For the boy's father, every day since then has been a battle.
The recall affects 13 kinds of EpiPen and EpiPen Jr. devices that were distributed between December 17, 2015 and July 1, 2016.
The recall affects 13 kinds of EpiPen and EpiPen Jr. devices that were distributed between December 17, 2015 and July 1, 2016.
National outrage over the skyrocketing price of EpiPens has prompted people to look for cheaper alternatives.
In prepared testimony for Congress, CEO Heather Bresch says she believes Mylan has struck a balance between price and access to the drug.
New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is investigating the maker of EpiPen following a major outcry over the recent price surge of the potentially life-saving allergy medication.
Myland N.V. said that it anticipates having the generic versions available in the next several weeks. It will continue to market and distribute branded EpiPen.
Mylan N.V. said Thursday that the patient cost will be reduced through a savings card that will cover up to $300 for an EpiPen 2-Pak.
The EpiPen two pack that cost about $100 six years ago now sells for $600. That's nearly 500 percent increase and there's no other alternative as a generic option does not exist.
Nearly one out of every thirteen children has a food allergy, and for many parents EpiPens are life savers.
Sanofi is recalling hundreds of thousands of epinephrine injectors used to treat severe allergic reactions because they may not deliver the correct amount of the life-saving drug.
A Suffolk County police officer came to the rescue this week, using an epipen to save a 12-year-old boy suffering from a severe allergic reaction.
A new federal law that will take effect in 2014 urges schools to stock up on EpiPens to protect children who suffer from severe food allergies.
Disgraced former Congressman George Santos has agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into his suspicious trades on the prediction marketplace Kalshi.
Kyle Stowers homered for the second straight night Friday, powering the Marlins to a 5-2 win over the Mets.
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New York City's Summer Streets celebration returns to Manhattan on Saturday for the 2026 season.
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Disgraced former Congressman George Santos has agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into his suspicious trades on the prediction marketplace Kalshi.
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Heavy rain is complicating efforts to recover a teenage boy from the West River in New Haven. Strong currents and an increased flow have made the job even more difficult.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
The body of a missing girl was found in the Passaic River in New Jersey after a two-day search, officials said.
A New Jersey police department is getting creative when it comes to cracking down on distracted drivers.
Three children were swept into the Passaic River Wednesday night. A little boy was later found dead, and a young girl is still missing.
Three kids entered the Passaic River Wednesday night. A little boy was later found dead, and investigators are still searching for one of the girls.
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Some homeowners on Long Island say teenage pranks have escalated into vandalism. A game of ding-dong ditch is keeping residents up at night and, in at least one case, has done damage. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge.
Doctors in Suffolk County have reported three cases of a rare tick-borne disease known as rabbit fever so far this summer. A 9-year-old boy shared his experiences with the illness.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Doctors in Suffolk County have reported three cases of a rare tick-borne disease known as rabbit fever so far this summer. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
A Brooklyn grandmother went to the dentist hoping to fix her smile. Instead, her daughter says she lost her teeth, her health, and her independence.
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
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The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
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An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
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Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
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Toronto FC earned a 1-1 draw with New York City FC at Yankee Stadium on Friday night, but saw its winless streak reach 11 matches.
Will Warren pitched four-hit ball into the seventh inning, Amed Rosario and rookie Spencer Jones each homered and the New York Yankees beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0.
Luis Robert Jr. had a two-run single to cap an eighth-inning rally in the Mets' 4-2 victory over the Marlins on Thursday night.
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Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
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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.
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Disgraced former New York Congressman George Santos has agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into suspicious trades.
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