On Call with Dr. Kumar: What to know about mosquito transmitted viruses on the rise
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with more on these emerging viruses and tips on how you can protect yourself.
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Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with more on these emerging viruses and tips on how you can protect yourself.
Candida auris is a globally emerging public health threat that can cause severe illness, including bloodstream, wound and respiratory infections.
The 18-year-old is now recovering, but the case raises the question: How does a healthy, young athlete suffer a life-threatening attack? Cardiovascular disease specialist Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to explain.
The woman who helped lead the Garden State through the COVID pandemic is stepping down next month.
The FDA says it hopes the drug will give people easier access to birth control, but it does raise questions about safety and usage.
The health department warns people against bathing at 18 beaches -- 14 on the county's North Shore and four on the South Shore.
Three of the grand prize winners -- Janassia Wood, Marissa Wilcher and Melanie Barrett -- spoke with us about the program, along with its head Tamika McReynolds and HOT 97 DJ Wallah.
First Lady Tammy Murphy speaks with us about her efforts to address the state's maternal health disparities.
Many popular diet sodas, light gelatins and sugar-free gums contain the artificial sweetener.
The World Health Organization is weighing in on aspartame, an artificial sweetener used in thousands of food and drink products.
An inmate allegedly attacked Nassar in his cell with a makeshift weapon, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.
We hear from an expert about what to do if you have reverse seasonal affective disorder in the summer.
Staffing shortages and extreme weather events are creating the perfect storm for travel troubles this summer. Delays are inconvenient but can also be hazardous to your health.
CBS New York's John Dias spoke with many would-be patients who showed up to learn their surgeries needed to be rescheduled.
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, also known as DMD, affects about one in every 5,000 boys.
We hear from an 11-year-old author who wrote a book based on his own struggles with mental health.
Elected officials are set to announce a new law that calls for epipens in all police cars.
The pop icon is reportedly out of the hospital and recovering in her New York City home.
We speak with a Stony Brook Medicine doctor about the possible health impacts of poor air quality, particularly among vulnerable groups.
Mayor Eric Adams says students will practice three to five minutes of mindful breathing each day, along with gardening and yoga. CBS New York's Natalie Duddridge takes us to Bed-Stuy for a demonstration.
A Bronx man is using his drumming skills to promote healing and relaxation to New Yorkers. His way of doing it may look a bit strange at first glance. But his technique is changing lives -- both physically and spiritually. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook shares his story.
The law specifically aims to protect New York doctors who use telehealth systems to prescribe abortion pills for patients in states where abortion is banned.
Losing your hair isn't just a physical condition. It can have devastating emotional implications.
Around 37 million people suffer from it nationwide. That number once included veteran NYPD Officer Melissa Quinones.
It's officially the first weekend of summer and while our weather forecast may look gloomy, it's still a good time to talk about summer sun safety. Dr. Ellen Gendler uses social media, like TikTok, to spread no-nonsense advice about sunscreen and skincare.
