Health stories in New York

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Does anyone have any recommendations for therapists who have experience or specialty in treating npd/narcissistic traits? I’m trying to find a new one. For insurance I’m going to be on Medicaid / NJ familycare but I haven’t switched to it yet—right now I’m on cigna. I live in Hudson county, but I’

The #1 source in the world for all things Harlem. For most medical cannabis patients, the relationship between their medication and their health insurance is straightforward: there isn’t one. Despite cannabis being legal for medical use in the majority of US states, federal prohibition continu

You can safely dispose of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications this Saturday, April 25, during the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and help prevent drug misuse and abuse.

I was given a ticket for improper passing 39:4-85 but the cop said these do not have points attached just a fine and i even confirmed once more that there is “no points, no insurance hike” Yet everywhere else says different. Is it possible he gave me an improper passing without points or does he no

feels like only way is to stay healthy forever or live long enough to endure flight to another country.

Anyone from NYC/Long Island interested in a parttime life insurance agent job? The life insurance business is very profitable and you’ll be working in a very warm market. The company also helps with investing and saving! It’s like 3 birds with one stone. Send me a message if you’re interested.

Why YSK: (TLDR) this common plant creates habitats that allow ticks and mice to thrive. ticks get lyme disease bacteria from feeding on mice. so these plants are helping promote and increase the prevalence of lymes disease, the plant is also invasive and bad for the ecosytems of north america. there

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Island officials urge residents to dispose of unused medications during National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

This is probably a stupid/weird question but I'm a 25 year old trans dude in Montclair area, and long story short, I grew up in a really abusive home with a biological family that had a lot of neglect, and I was never really taken to the doctor growing up. I've really had to learn as an adult and wi

In March my husband required a medical separation from his job. He’s currently receiving SDI but will end this beginning June, and will receive unemployment. I have been unemployed for several years due to health issues. We live together and file taxes jointly. Am I eligible for NJ family care as a

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Gianna Rebosio has thrived in the health and fitness space for years, working as a general manager for a popular fitness chain and chasing finish lines on her days off. And it was during her training for various marathons, Spartan and HYROX races that she fell in love with The

An op-ed highlights the potential dangers of New York City's Intro 303, known as 'No More 24,' which seeks to eliminate 24-hour home care shifts. The author, a 78-year-old resident with significant disabilities, argues that the bill could jeopardize the safety and autonomy of vulnerable individuals who rely on continuous care.

I love our doctors at Summit Health but I do not understand why bloodwork requires a completely separate trip or why they don’t do it in the office like any other doctor. Having to book another appointment and carve out more time is frustrating enough, but with toddlers it’s honestly maddening. Does

New York City Health and Hospitals is actively hiring for various positions that do not require any educational qualifications or prior work experience. Job listings can be found on their careers website, making it accessible for a wider range of applicants.

It seems we’re not the only ones loving this warmer weather — ticks are back in full force.

Looking for a good laser hair removal place, near Dobbs. any suggestions?

Are there any mental health therapists that take NYSHIP empire plan in the area? Having a hard time finding someone that is in-network and who does in person session.

I looked on the MVC website, the application form, and online anecdotes, but none seem to lay out what is actually required to pass the inspection. In this case I bought my car back from the salvage yard after insurance totalled it out. I was originally going to just keep it as a track toy because

Seeing all these new houses pop up in the Edison area since COVID that seem to now be getting sold. Just happened to look at some of these on Zillow now that they are getting sold or listed and they all seem to start around $1.5M and go up from there like these: [https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/

Has anyone here been to NYP Westchester Behavioral Health Center as an adult? I was there back in 2019 when I was 12, so I was on the children’s unit. I’ve definitely been to worse, but it felt extremely punitive, and the few things that made life bearable were things we had to “earn.” Since then,

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My daughter is sick and has been at Maria Ferari's since Saturday. Wonderful place, very loving staff. I have to switch on and off with my husband because we have a 4 year old at home, so I go in and out of the front door in the morning and night. There is the most amazing scent when you walk in. It

Hi everyone, I’m currently paying $1,900/year for home insurance through Geico/Homesite and I’m trying to see if that’s actually a good rate for the Freeport area right now. I checked with PolicyGenius, but they told me their providers aren't even writing new policies in Freeport due to the histo

Was just looking to see if anyone has received infusions at St Charles Hospital in Port Jeff and how their experience went? I’ve only done infusions at NY Cancer and Blood not in the hospital system. TYIA

A report by Public Citizen reveals that 13 hospitals in New York City may face layoffs or service reductions due to significant Medicaid cuts linked to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The potential impact on healthcare services raises concerns for the community's access to care.

Wigmaker Miriam Yarimi -- who admitted to fatally mowing down a mom and her two daughters -- was found liable Thursday in a wrongful death lawsuit

John Hudson Dilgen battled a painful skin condition called EB.

The #1 source in the world for all things Harlem. Not so long ago, calling your doctor meant you’d sit on hold, crossing your fingers that someone would actually answer. Just getting your test results meant making yet another trip to the office. And if you had a question late on a Sunday night? You

Health experts are on alert after the discovery of a highly lethal flesh-eating bacteria that has a 20% mortality rate within just 48 hours.