Stomach bug symptoms to know as norovirus cases surge in U.S.
Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show cases of norovirus, the highly contagious stomach bug, are surging in the U.S.
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Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show cases of norovirus, the highly contagious stomach bug, are surging in the U.S.
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.
More than 80% of New Year's resolutions will center around health. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is on call with some little changes that can go a long way and more importantly how to make those promises stick.
Lagging vaccination rates led to a record-number of cases and deaths from several viruses in 2024, and there proved to be extra benefits from weight-loss drugs. CBS News New York's Michael George reports.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS News New York with some last-minute gifts that promote good health.
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
New Jersey is making it easier for people with a gambling problem to ban themselves from casinos.
Texas has sued a New York doctor for prescribing abortion pills to a Dallas-area woman via telemedicine.
An attorney for Harvey Weinstein says he was hospitalized following an "alarming blood test.".
If you're looking forward to a delicious — and safe — Thanksgiving dinner with loved ones, here's how to cook your turkey and keep your leftovers safely.
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.
Decision to cut topping comes as officials work to confirm source of E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders.
It's time for millions of people to select their health insurance coverage from their employers. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joins us with what you need to know.
On Saturday October 19, CBS News New York is walking to raise awareness about lupus, an autoimmune disease impacting millions around the world. Vice President of development at the Lupus Research Alliance along with an lupus advocate speak out on the importance of this.
New York health officials are monitoring for Marburg virus following an outbreak in Rwanda.
It is RSV Awareness Month and while often seen as a common virus that causes cold-like symptoms, RSV can lead to serious health complications, particularly for older adults. CEO and President of The Alliance For Aging Research, Sue Peschin, explains what you can do to stay safe.
The CDC will urge Americans to "reconsider nonessential travel" to Rwanda.
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
Broadway is mourning the death of actor Gavin Creel, a star who shined on stage for more than 20 years.
New York City's former COVID czar has been fired from his current job after confirming reports that he attended sex parties and a rave when the pandemic was at its peak.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar highlights the impact vaping can have on teen brains and what parents can do to get them to quit.
More than 12 million people are projected to have A-Fib by 2030, according to the American Heart Association. So what exactly is the heart condition, and how can you lower your risks? We ask a doctor to find out.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to talk about shingles in young people
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
The council is expected to finally take up a bill that would reveal what city government knew about the toxins that lingered in the air following the 9/11 attacks. CBS News New York's Derick Waller has the story.
