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November is National Diabetes Month, a time to raise awareness about the serious medical condition.
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November is National Diabetes Month, a time to raise awareness about the serious medical condition.
According to a new study from the CDC, one in five adults suffers from arthritis, and there are more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions.
Aaron James lost most of his face in a 2021 work accident where he accidentally touched a live wire.
Only about 15% of Americans are routinely screened for lung cancer, resulting in thousands of preventable deaths every year.
Being a surgeon is a mentally and physically demanding career, with doctors making life and death decisions every day. In his new memoir, Dr. Smith takes us behind the scenes of his high stakes position.
Hospitals are bracing for a surge in RSV cases, as part of the so-called "tripledemic" predicted to hit our area this fall. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York for the latest on the respiratory virus.
We sit down with two of this year's runners -- a group fitness instructor running her first marathon and a personal trainer who's run 11.
While turning back the clocks means an extra hour of sleep, some people feel the change impacts their mood and health. We hear from a doctor to learn more.
Wednesday marks the start of Alzheimer's Awareness Month, so we're taking a look at the latest efforts to treat the disease, as well as warning signs to be aware of.
Many doctors across Long Island are seeing they just don't have enough time in their days to keep up with demand, and new research shows it could get worse in the next 10 years. CBS New York's John Dias reports.
Halloween is here again, which means it's time for ghouls, ghosts and good fun. But Hallows Eve isn't all about costumes and candy, there is also some science to the scare.
The sights and sounds of trick-or-treating can be so much fun, but they can also be overwhelming for kids with autism. The Center for Autism at Caldwell University has some tips for all of us to make the most of the holiday.
We meet a woman who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021 and her friend who helped in the road to recovery.
A new study finds pregnant women getting the COVID vaccine could see benefits not just for themselves but also for their babies. We spoke with a maternal fetal medicine physician to learn more.
Longtime magazine editor and lifestyle expert Meaghan B. Murphy spoke with us about marking an important one-year anniversary this month.
We speak with a cardiologist and psychiatrist about the physical and mental impacts of the headlines and images.
The American Heart Association has identified a new medical condition, called Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic syndrome, or CKM. Dr. Nidhi Kumar on On Call for CBS New York to help understand what this is and how it could impact you.
CBS New York and the Lupus Research Alliance are teaming up for the New York City Walk with Us to Cure Lupus as part of our #BetterTogether campaign.
CVS won't sell decongestants that contain phenylephrine as the only active ingredient after an FDA panel called the ingredient ineffective.
The charter school system that got its start in Harlem is setting a new standard for mental healthcare on campuses everywhere. CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell has the story.
Rowing Cares and the Survivor Rowing Network raise funds for cancer research and care through rowing events held across the country.
Open enrollment is happening right now, but this can be a confusing time, whether you already use Medicare or you're a caregiver for someone who needs coverage.
CBS New York and the Lupus Research Alliance are teaming as part of our #BetterTogether campaign.
CBS New York's Cindy Hsu sits down with two of the organization's board members as we continue to break the stigma around mental health.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with the signs everyone needs to know about this medical emergency.
NJ Transit service into Midtown Manhattan is being diverted to Hoboken due to overhead wire issues, the agency says.
Showers are expected, and if you're north and west of the city, you'll see some snow, possibly a few inches.
NYC Comptroller Brad Lander says he is running for Congress in New York's 10th District, challenging incumbent Rep. Dan Goldman.
Jalen Brunson scored 35 points and the Knicks defeated the struggling Raptors 117-101 in the NBA Cup quarterfinals on Tuesday night.
One driver claims an E-ZPass representative made a mistake entering her plate information into the system, and now it is costing her thousands.
Showers are expected, and if you're north and west of the city, you'll see some snow, possibly a few inches.
NYC Comptroller Brad Lander says he is running for Congress in New York's 10th District, challenging incumbent Rep. Dan Goldman.
One driver claims an E-ZPass representative made a mistake entering her plate information into the system, and now it is costing her thousands.
A Brooklyn man says his husband was detained by ICE at a routine green card interview at 26 Federal Plaza in November.
A hearing is underway that will soon decide the fate of West Park Presbyterian, a 135-year-old landmark church on the Upper West Side.
Showers are expected, and if you're north and west of the city, you'll see some snow, possibly a few inches.
Authorities have released new details about the Dec. 2 standoff in Stamford, Connecticut, including video of officers inside an armored vehicle as it takes fire from the gunman and audio from a phone conversation between the gunman and a hostage negotiator.
Sunday's weather was calm and pleasantly chilly, but big changes are in store as we begin the new work week.
If you're heading out, brace yourself — it's the coldest day of the season so far.
CBS News New York has learned Jed Parkington, who died by suicide during a standoff with law enforcement on Tuesday, was fascinated with Nazi Germany.
NJ Transit service into Midtown Manhattan is being diverted to Hoboken due to overhead wire issues, the agency says.
Showers are expected, and if you're north and west of the city, you'll see some snow, possibly a few inches.
The family of Mortimer Wortman IV, a Rutgers University student reported missing more than two weeks ago, continues to search for answers in his disappearance.
Three members of a family of four were killed in a crash on the New Jersey Turnpike, leaving their community heartbroken.
Three people are dead, including a minor, after a crash in East Windsor Township on the New Jersey Turnpike, state police said.
Blakeman, the two-term Nassau County executive, formally launched his 2026 campaign for governor of New York early Tuesday morning.
Republican Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman is entering the 2026 New York governor's race, sources tell CBS News New York.
Sunday's weather was calm and pleasantly chilly, but big changes are in store as we begin the new work week.
A man is now in custody in Florida in connection to the 1997 murder of Tanya Denise Jackson on Long Island.
Nassau County Police charged Vito D'Ambrosio, of Seaford, with murdering his parents at A&A Italian Deli and Pizza in Bethpage.
NYC Comptroller Brad Lander says he is running for Congress in New York's 10th District, challenging incumbent Rep. Dan Goldman.
A Brooklyn man says his husband was detained by ICE at a routine green card interview at 26 Federal Plaza in November.
President Trump spoke about affordability and his economic agenda in the Poconos, in northeastern Pennsylvania, Tuesday night.
The Justice Department can release investigative materials from a sex trafficking case against Ghislaine Maxwell, the longtime confidant of Jeffrey Epstein, a federal judge ruled.
Blakeman, the two-term Nassau County executive, formally launched his 2026 campaign for governor of New York early Tuesday morning.
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
New York has no plans to change hepatitis B vaccine guidance after a Centers for Disease Control advisory panel voted to stop recommending a first dose for newborns.
In New York alone, there have already been more than 17,000 flu cases and nearly 1,000 hospitalizations, and doctors anticipate it's only going to get worse as more people gather for the holidays.
Colette Smith of the Bronx was diagnosed with lung cancer, despite never smoking. Her survival story is central to her push for early detection.
Some New Yorkers want the mayor-elect to appoint a new "rat czar" when he takes office after an uptick in rat sightings.
President Trump is hosting the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
The iconic Wythe Diner was physically moved Saturday from its location in Williamsburg to Steiner Studios in Brooklyn's Navy Yard.
Japanese officials said Jeremy O Harris, known for his Tony-nominated "Slave Play" and his role in the series "Emily in Paris," was arrested on the island of Okinawa on Nov. 16.
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine has been sentenced to three more months in prison for violating his supervised release terms in a New York gang case.
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Jalen Brunson scored 35 points and the Knicks defeated the struggling Raptors 117-101 in the NBA Cup quarterfinals on Tuesday night.
Emil Heineman scored the winning goal in the shootout and Bo Horvat scored twice in regulation as the Islanders beat the Golden Knights 5-4 on Tuesday.
Cody Glass scored the tiebreaking goal on a wrist shot with 7:36 remaining, and the Devils beat the Senators 4-3 on Tuesday night.
Edwin Díaz has agreed to a $69 million, three-year contract with the World Series champion Dodgers, The Associated Press reported Tuesday.
NBA star Terry Rozier was arrested in Orlando in October during a sweeping FBI crackdown in which 34 defendants were charged across two federal indictments.
Residents on East 57th Street say reckless drivers have caused life-altering injuries and even death, but despite petitions and years of advocacy, the city has yet to install a speed bump.
Neighbors in Brooklyn's Victorian Flatbush are expressing frustration after the city designated only part of their area as a historic district.
Brooklyn's Prospect Park is getting financing for a long-term project to battle the impacts of climate change, city leaders say.
The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music plans a 12,000-square-foot campus at One Prospect Park West, aiming to serve thousands more with music therapy and education programs.
Some residents at NYCHA's Eastchester Gardens in the Bronx say they've been shivering on and off all week.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Lander released a campaign video Wednesday morning, talking about his years of service in New York.
The six-story building went up in flames Tuesday morning, sending residents out into the cold. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the latest.
Investors are betting a divided Federal Reserve will deliver a quarter point rate cut for a third straight time. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reports.
Chopper 2 flew over the scene in the Arlington section of the borough.
CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
