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Nassau
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Measles Outbreak: Cases Surpass 2023 Numbers, NY Among Dozens Of States Reporting Sickness Measles Outbreak: Cases Surpass 2023 Numbers, NY Among Dozens Of States Reporting Sickness
Measles Outbreak: Cases Surpass 2023 Numbers, NY Among Dozens Of States Reporting Sickness Less than a month since a case of measles showed up outside of New York City, the number of cases has more than doubled across the country, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). On Friday, April 12, the CDC announced that the total number of measles cases in the US in 2024 has reached 121 — far surpassing last year’s number of 58 — with cases being reported in 18 states and jurisdictions, including New York State. The update comes after a Nassau County child under the age of 5 was announced as the state’s first measles case to be reported outside of New York C…

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by Sophie Grieser
White Plains
News
COVID-19: New Vaccine Targeting Omicron Subvariants 'Vital' For NY Residents, Hochul Says COVID-19: New Vaccine Targeting Omicron Subvariants 'Vital' For NY Residents, Hochul Says
Covid-19: New Vaccine Targeting Omicron Subvariants 'Vital' For NY Residents, Hochul Says New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is urging residents to receive a new, updated COVID-19 vaccine meant to target a mutated variant of the virus.  The new vaccine, approved by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday, Sept. 12, and previously authorized by the federal Food and Drug Administration, is meant to target a subvariant of Omicron called XBB.1.5, Hochul announced on Wednesday, Sept. 13. The vaccine was developed after the FDA decided to target the subvariant, which is closely related to over 90 percent of all circulating COVID viruses, according to the CD…

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by Ben Crnic
Southwest Dutchess
Lifestyle
Stay Safe During Pneumonia Season With Help From Sun River Health Stay Safe During Pneumonia Season With Help From Sun River Health
Stay Safe During Pneumonia Season With Help From Sun River Health As cold and flu season continues, the last thing you want to deal with is pneumonia. Fortunately, there are many steps you can take to prevent getting pneumonia, and some great at-home treatments to eliminate it if you’ve already been diagnosed. Prevention The number one action step to help you prevent getting pneumonia is to get your flu shot every year. Seasonal influenza (the flu) is a common cause of pneumonia, so getting your flu shot is a great way to help prevent it. It’s also important to remember to wash your hands frequently, especially after blowing your nose, using the bathroom…

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White Plains
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Deadly Listeria Outbreak Spans 10 States, CDC Says Deadly Listeria Outbreak Spans 10 States, CDC Says
Deadly Listeria Outbreak Spans 10 States, CDC Says One person has died and 22 others people have been hospitalized in a nationwide listeria outbreak spanning 10 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said. The cause of the outbreak is not yet known and a specific food item has not yet been identified as the source of this outbreak, the CDC said on Friday, July 1. Nearly all the people live in or traveled to Florida about a month before they got sick, although the significance of this is not yet known, said the CDC. Pregnant people and their newborns, adults aged 65 and older, and people with weakened immu…

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by Joe Lombardi
Sussex
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NJ Man Infected With Rare Mosquito-Borne Virus NJ Man Infected With Rare Mosquito-Borne Virus
NJ Man Infected With Rare Mosquito-Borne Virus A New Jersey man has been infected with a rare mosquito-borne virus, state health officials confirmed Wednesday. A Sussex County man in his 60s started suffering a fever and various neurological symptoms in May and later tested positive for the Jamestown Canyon virus, marking the state’s first detection of a mosquito-borne disease this year. The Jamestown Canyon virus (JCV) is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito and is treated by “supportive care,” health officials said. A vaccine for virus prevention has not been developed. “Spending time outdoors, whether walking, g…

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by Valerie Musson
Clarkstown
Lifestyle
Pausing Pregnancy Plans During A Pandemic Pausing Pregnancy Plans During A Pandemic
Pausing Pregnancy Plans During A Pandemic Dear Doctor, My partner and I were planning to start trying for a baby this year—but then COVID-19 hit. Now, instead of excitement at the thought of growing our family, I find myself worrying about all of the uncertainties. Do you think it’s still safe to try and get pregnant right now? Sincerely, “Pondering Parenthood” Dear Pondering: There's no right or wrong when it comes to family planning (even during a pandemic). It’s all about what works for you and your partner. COVID-19 has affected everyone in certain ways, and there have been different physical, emotional, and financial implic…

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Content Partner: Phelps Hospital
Putnam
Lifestyle
Summertime Eye Protection: Prevent Eyelid Cancer With These Tips Summertime Eye Protection: Prevent Eyelid Cancer With These Tips
Summertime Eye Protection: Prevent Eyelid Cancer With These Tips The skin on your eyelid is the thinnest and most sensitive skin on your body. Almost 10% of skin cancer cases occur on the eyelid. This area of the body is easily damaged by sun exposure with more than half of eyelid cancers developing on the lower part of the eyelid. The most common type of eyelid cancer is basal cell carcinoma which can generally be removed with surgery. Less common types include squamous cell carcinoma, sebaceous cell carcinoma, and malignant melanoma. Risk factors for eyelid cancer include exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, fair skin or light-colored eyes, those age…

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Content Partner: CareMount Medical
Armonk
Lifestyle
Summertime Eye Protection: Prevent Eyelid Cancer With These Tips Summertime Eye Protection: Prevent Eyelid Cancer With These Tips
Summertime Eye Protection: Prevent Eyelid Cancer With These Tips The skin on your eyelid is the thinnest and most sensitive skin on your body. Almost 10% of skin cancer cases occur on the eyelid. This area of the body is easily damaged by sun exposure with more than half of eyelid cancers developing on the lower part of the eyelid. The most common type of eyelid cancer is basal cell carcinoma which can generally be removed with surgery. Less common types include squamous cell carcinoma, sebaceous cell carcinoma, and malignant melanoma. Risk factors for eyelid cancer include exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, fair skin or light-colored eyes, those age…

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Southwest Dutchess
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COVID-19: Drive-Through Testing Sites Open In Dutchess, Ulster COVID-19: Drive-Through Testing Sites Open In Dutchess, Ulster
Covid-19: Drive-Through Testing Sites Open In Dutchess, Ulster New sites capable of drive-through testing for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have opened in Dutchess and Ulster counties. Beginning on Monday, March 23, new sites launched at the Intermodal Center at Dutchess Stadium on Route 9D in Fishkill and Tech City on Enterprise Drive in Kingston. According to officials, Enterprise Drive is accessible from either Route 209 or Route 9W via Boice Lane. The Dutchess Stadium site will open at noon and Tech City at 8:30 a.m. each day. The sites will be used to collect samples from people who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. The samples will be s…

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by Zak Failla
Suffolk NY
News
COVID-19: Bellone Suspends Non-Essential Domestic Travel For Suffolk County Employees COVID-19: Bellone Suspends Non-Essential Domestic Travel For Suffolk County Employees
Covid-19: Bellone Suspends Non-Essential Domestic Travel For Suffolk County Employees Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone is taking a preemptive strike against coronavirus following the county’s first confirmed case of COVID-19. Bellone announced on Monday, March 9 that he would be providing new guidance about how to help curtail the spread of coronavirus on Long Island following Suffolk County’s first case. Bellone said that he put a freeze on domestic county employee travel for non-essential travel. “At my direction, I am suspending all non-essential domestic travel for Suffolk County employees,” he said. “Beginning today, Suffolk Transportation Services will incr…

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by Zak Failla
Darien
News
COVID-19: Lamont Freezes Out-Of-State Travel By CT Government Employees COVID-19: Lamont Freezes Out-Of-State Travel By CT Government Employees
Covid-19: Lamont Freezes Out-Of-State Travel By CT Government Employees Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont is taking a preemptive strike against coronavirus following the state’s first confirmed case of COVID-19. Lamont issued an email to state employees on Monday, March 9, providing new guidance on how to help curtail the spread of coronavirus in Connecticut. The governor put a freeze on state employee travel on state business outside of Connecticut until further notice.  Any employees working with out-of-state contractors who travel to Connecticut-based sites have been advised to do so through teleconference or online collaborations. Seniors planning to atten…

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by Zak Failla
Mount Pleasant
Business
Ready-To-Eat Salads Recalled Due To E. Coli Scare Ready-To-Eat Salads Recalled Due To E. Coli Scare
Ready-To-Eat Salads Recalled Due To E. Coli Scare A manufacturer is voluntarily recalling approximately 8,757 pounds of ready-to-eat salad products that may be contaminated with E. coli, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service. The ready-to-eat salad products were produced from April 9, 2018 to April 12, 2018 by Fresh Foods Manufacturing Co. of Freedom, Pa., and have a shelf life of four days. The following products are subject to recall:  11.5 oz., clear plastic containers of ready-to-eat “CAESAR SALAD WITH CHICKEN.” The product label is marked “Great to Go” by Market District and has a sell …

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by Daily Voice
Southwest Dutchess
Lifestyle
HRHCare Expert Provides Pneumonia Prevention And Recovery Tips HRHCare Expert Provides Pneumonia Prevention And Recovery Tips
Hrhcare Expert Provides Pneumonia Prevention And Recovery Tips As cold and flu season continues, the last thing you want to deal with is pneumonia. Fortunately, there are many steps you can take to prevent getting pneumonia and some great at-home treatments to eliminate it if you’ve already been diagnosed. Even though pneumonia often clears up in two to three weeks, it can become more serious, especially for older adults, babies and people dealing with other illnesses. Visit your health care provider as soon as possible if you are experiencing symptoms like coughing up mucus, fever or shortness of breath. Prevent Pneumonia The number one step is to get…

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