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Here’s what to know about newest COVID vaccines, according

WEBThe Food and Drug Administration has approved two new 2024-2025 mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, which protect against new variants of the virus. (Associated Press/Rogelio V. Solis, File) AP

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On North Shore, residents are more likely to be sick, poor and

WEBLocal elected officials, community organizations and healthcare institutions are working together to address the historic health disparities on the North Shore of Staten Island, where residents

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As its namesake finishes high school, Michael’s Cause has

WEBWhen Michael Capolongo was just four years old, his parents, Robert, a retired NYPD sergeant, and Theresa, a NICU nurse, noticed he frequently complained of leg pain while playing with friends.

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Father of young Staten Islander with rare disease is in urgent

WEBJohn “Big Johnny” Dilgen, 66, a Tottenville father of three, was diagnosed in January with Myelodisplastic Syndrome, a cancer in which immature blood cells in the bone marrow do not develop

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Should my child get the flu vaccine

WEBSTATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — For parents who are unsure about whether to get their child a flu vaccine this year, we spoke to the experts. If the child is 6 months old or older, the answer is “yes

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Robin DeSiena Obituary (1955

WEBRobin DeSiena Robin DeSiena "[He] went above & beyond for the people he loved." Robin DeSiena (68) passed away peacefully on September 10, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 28, 1955 to George and Mary DeSiena and …

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Michael Diaz-Piedra Obituary

WEBPlaying Soldier He called his basement the war room and filled it with an array of military uniforms from around the world. He kept about 30 on mannequins; there were another 100 on racks, but they didn't just sit there. Michael A. Diaz-Piedra III loved to …

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Determined Staten Island Army vet, musician, 44, bravely

WEBDetermined Staten Island Army vet, musician, 44, bravely battles rare strand of ALS. Published: Aug. 18, 2024, 6:30 a.m. Sean McCann drumming alongside his bandmates from Herjaza at Mother Pug's

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Popular health supplements causing liver damage, hospitalizations

WEBSTATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Popular supplements used by more than 15 million Americans may be putting their liver health at risk, according to health researchers. Research has revealed the extent of

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Search for Obituaries

WEBRobert J. Greeves. Published 08/06/2024. November 10, 1938 – July 30, 2024 Robert J. Greeves, 85, who lived his life to the fullest, passed peacefully away at home on July 30, 2024, surrounded by his beloved wife, children and dog. Born in 1938, …

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Ivy League-educated surgeon with military background to lead

WEBThe surgeon has interest and experience in performing all types of adult cardiac surgery, including coronary artery bypass, aortic and mitral valve repair and replacement, aortic aneurysm surgery

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New Yorkers to save $853M with new health insurance premium …

WEBErik Bascome | [email protected]. STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- New Yorkers are expected to save more than $850 million after the state approved health insurance premium rate increases well below

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IVF treatments could be covered by health insurance if this

WEB“Even for Americans with health insurance plans that provide some coverage, this critical treatment can be cost-prohibitive. This legislation would expand coverage and provide access to

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Staten Island beach hit with health advisory ahead of Labor

WEBSTATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – Wolfe’s Pond Beach on Staten Island’s South Shore is under an advisory by the New York City Health Department (NYC Health) due to high levels of bacteria detected in

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Health warning: Monkeypox virus has federal, state, NYC officials …

WEBSTATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — As a highly contagious, severe strain of monkeypox (Mpox) spreads in the Democratic Republic of Congo, prompting the World Health Organization (WHO) to issue a global

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‘Extremely serious’ equine virus that can spread to humans

WEBThe virus is a rare yet “extremely serious,” and is capable of being spread by mosquitoes to both humans and horses, the Department of Health said.

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Dr. Theodore Maniatis, Staten Island stalwart who led borough

WEBDr. Theodore Maniatis, the former medical director of Staten Island University Hospital (SIUH) who led the borough through the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and revolutionized care on Staten

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Northwell Health breaks into film business; Compelling

WEBNorthwell Health, the state's largest healthcare system and the parent company of Staten Island University Hospital, is launching its own production company.

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Thanks to congresswoman for co-sponsoring critical Oral Health

WEBAs a dentist for more than 32 years, I am writing to express my sincere thanks to U.S. Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis for co-sponsoring the bi-partisan Oral Health Products Inclusion Act, HR 8599.

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Richmond University Medical Center names new senior vice

WEBRichmond University Medical Center (RUMC) announced Jeffrey Lieto is the new senior vice president of the Richmond Health Network. (Courtesy of Richmond University Medical Center) Staten Island

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Staten Island mental health services: A guide to treatment

WEBSTATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- A phone call is the first step to treatment, counseling and support. Below is a list of hospitals and agencies on Staten Island that offer mental health services.

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