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'Ah-Choo!' Myths About Colds By Jennifer Ackerman
On average, we spend about five years of our lives suffering from colds. Author and scientist Jennifer Ackerman has written a book, "Ah-Choo!" about what works, what can't hurt, and what might make you feel worse.
Bishop Announces Rebate Checks Sent To 'Donut Hole' Seniors
Congressman Tim Bishop announced that one million Medicare beneficiaries have received $250 checks for prescription drug cost relief through the Affordable Care Act.
Eastern Long Island Hospital Connects To E-Health Network Of Long Island For Data Sharing
The e-Health Network of Long Island, a Regional Health Information Organization (RHIO) with participating partners throughout Long Island, has established connectivity with Eastern Long Island Hospital (ELIH) in Greenport.
Mental Health Foundation Presents 'It's Okay To Talk About It' Grants
The Mental Health Foundation recently presented its 2010 "It's Okay to Talk About It" grants to support peer to peer initiatives to encourage young people to confront their mental health challenges.
Bishop: First Responders Demand Passage of 9/11 Health Bill
Congressman Tim Bishop joined nearly 20 9/11 First Responders and advocates to call for swift passage of the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act.
Electronic Updates On Implementation Of Health Reform Now Available
On August 25, the Governor's Health Care Reform Cabinet issued the first electronic update on the implementation of federal health care reform in New York.
Online Life Insurance Searches Grow By 15 Percent
When most people think of getting insurance quotes online, they think about car insurance, but the life insurance business is surging in cyberspace.
Prompt Pay Violations Lead To $716,800 In Fines
The New York State Insurance Department announced that 20 health insurers and health maintenance organizations (HMOs) have been fined $716,800 for violating New York's Prompt Pay Law.
Governor Paterson Announces State Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan Is Ready to Accept Applications
Governor David A. Paterson announced that New York State's Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program is ready to take applications now.
Governor Paterson Signs 'Ian's Law' To Enhance Health Insurance Protections
Governor David A. Paterson announced he has signed "Ian's Law" into law, which will enhance protections for consumers in case a health insurer or health maintenance organization (HMO) discontinues a class of policies or contracts.
'Operation Medicine Cabinet' Launched
Suffolk Executive Steve Levy joins law enforcement officials, healthcare providers and environmental advocates to unveil "Operation Medicine Cabinet."
Suffolk Executive Levy Announces 10-Year Lease For Veterans Clinic At Riverhead
Suffolk Executive Steve Levy recognized the adoption of a measure authorizing a 10-year lease for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to operate an "East End Veterans Clinic" in the Riverhead County Center.
Green Cleaning Methods To Reduce The Spread Of Disease
New York State Office of General Services (OGS) Commissioner, John C. Egan, announced that the agency has created a free online training course to teach schools and other public institutions about green cleaning methods.
Long Island Hospital Achieves Healthcare Reform Provision Ahead Of Schedule And Is Awarded Outstanding Patient Experience Award
Obama's healthcare reform act contains provisions that mandate hospital quality measurements are to be made accessible, by January 1 2011, so that Americans can make better informed health care decisions.
Governor Paterson Signs Bills To Promote HIV Testing And Remove Barriers To Needle Exchange And Syringe Access
Governor David A. Paterson announced the enactment of two bills to reduce the spread of HIV/AIDS by updating New York's HIV testing law.
Battle Of The Ages: Free Caregiver Support Series Helps Families
Just when you thought that a family caregiver's job couldn't get more difficult, consider this - many households caring for a senior in Suffolk County are trying to help an aging relative who'd rather not have help.
Town Of Southampton Kiwanis Club Donates To Emergency Pediatric Treatment Room
The Town of Southampton Kiwanis Club presented Southampton Hospital with the first of two donations, the proceeds from their recent carnivals in Bridgehampton.
Lu Berry Check Delivered To Ellen Hermanson Breast Center
Lu Berry's inaugural Summer Soiree on June 26 raised $1,701 for the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center at Southampton Hospital.
VA Simplifies Access To Health Care And Benefits
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced a critical step in simplifying the process for Veterans seeking health care and/or disability compensation for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Governor Paterson Announces OMRDD To Become OPWDD
New York State Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (OMRDD) will be changed to the New York State Office For People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD).
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