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The condition people don’t realize they can get from wearing contacts — it can make your vision worse if you ignore it

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The condition people don’t realize they can get from wearing contacts — it can make your vision worse if you ignore it

While glasses are experiencing a bit of a comeback, many people still prefer the look and ease of contact lenses. Though they are convenient, contact lenses can also put you at risk of a potentially serious eye condition called corneal hypoxia. Corneal hypoxia occurs when the cornea isn’t provided enough oxygen. Camerene Pendl/peopleimages.com – stock.adobe.com … Read more

I had a heart attack at 46 — the sneaky warning signs I dismissed, even a doctor sent me away

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I had a heart attack at 46 — the sneaky warning signs I dismissed, even a doctor sent me away

One of the reasons it can be difficult to spot a heart attack is because while some of the most common symptoms are well known, other early signs can vary and be easy to dismiss.  TikToker user Nikki (@martyandnikki) was generally healthy when she had a heart attack at only 46. In a candid video, … Read more

Exclusive | Revolutionary NYC program for addicts has fatal overdoses plummeting

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Exclusive | Revolutionary NYC program for addicts has fatal overdoses plummeting

Opioid overdose deaths have plummeted for addicts in a revolutionary treatment program on Staten Island, a new study shows — as officials look to expand it to help save more lives. There were two fatal overdoses among 612 people participating in the “Hotspotting” program compared to 14 deaths for 1,089 addicts not engaged, according to … Read more

Long Island patient gets breakthrough sickle cell treatment called a ‘cure’: ‘I’m not in pain anymore’

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Long Island patient gets breakthrough sickle cell treatment called a ‘cure’: ‘I’m not in pain anymore’

He’s got new blood. A Long Island hospital said it administered life-changing Lyfgenia gene therapy treatment and successfully wiped away sickle cell disease from a Laurelton man. Cohen Children’s Medical Center said patient Sebastien Beauzile, 21, is the first New Yorker to have received the breakthrough treatment, The Post was first to report. Sebastien Beauzile … Read more

Swapping butter for these fats lowers your risk of dying by 17%

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Swapping butter for these fats lowers your risk of dying by 17%

There’s nothing better than watching a slab of fresh butter soften and sizzle as you circle it around the skillet.  If just the thought of it makes you jump with ghee, you butter beware — that innocent little rectangle could be melting your chances at longevity. A new study in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine … Read more

Can at-home red-light therapy really cure acne? New study puts LED devices to the test

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Can at-home red-light therapy really cure acne? New study puts LED devices to the test

Red-light therapy has emerged as a major beauty trend in the last couple of years, with fans touting its ability to give their face a youthful, blemish-free glow.  The treatment uses low levels of red light to penetrate deep into the skin to stimulate the production of collagen, reduce redness and inflammation, lessen the appearance … Read more

I’m a psychologist — 6 tips for battling seasonal affective disorder including ‘small’ tasks that make a big difference

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I’m a psychologist — 6 tips for battling seasonal affective disorder including ‘small’ tasks that make a big difference

The holidays are just about over — the decorations are down, the leftovers are eaten, the guests are gone, but Old Man Winter is still here. The persistent cold and darkness can make it difficult to get out of bed, concentrate or socialize. These feelings could be characterized as the “winter blues” or a more … Read more

I’m a weight loss surgeon — beware this food that seems healthy but is not

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I’m a weight loss surgeon — beware this food that seems healthy but is not

New year, new pantry? A new survey finds that 19% of US adults plan to eat healthier in 2025. One way to do that is to ditch ultra-processed foods, which are often bursting with calories, sugar, fat and salt. When looking for better alternatives to cookies, potato chips and marshmallow cereals, beware foods that wear … Read more

Exclusive | I’m a sleep specialist — 4 free tips for better winter slumber, including how to use ‘supplemental pillows’

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Exclusive | I’m a sleep specialist — 4 free tips for better winter slumber, including how to use ‘supplemental pillows’

So much for a “long winter’s nap.” We often struggle to sleep well in the winter because less exposure to sunlight can significantly disturb our internal clocks, making it harder for us to fall and stay asleep. Plus, colder temperatures and dry air can irritate the throat and nasal passages, leading to tossing and turning … Read more

I’m a dietitian — 3 secrets to smart holiday snacking, including what to do with leftover turkey and latkes

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I’m a dietitian — 3 secrets to smart holiday snacking, including what to do with leftover turkey and latkes

It’s easy to go ham on the Christmas leftovers, but excessive grazing between meals can cause you to pack on the holiday pounds. “It’s important to rate your hunger before reaching for a snack, as weight gain can happen when we eat because of emotion or habit,” Emily Feivor, a registered dietitian at Long Island Jewish Forest … Read more

Exclusive | NY coalition proposes first-in-the-nation cap on hospital clinic bills

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Exclusive | NY coalition proposes first-in-the-nation cap on hospital clinic bills

A broad coalition in New York is backing state legislation that would impose a first-in-the-nation cap on medical bills — aimed at hospitals that own or house outpatient clinics and charge higher rates than private practices. Under the “Fair Pricing Act”, patient billing costs would be capped at 150% of rates set by the federal … Read more

Over-the-counter ‘diet weed’ is the new go-to for teens, worrying scientists — and symptoms are hard to spot

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Over-the-counter ‘diet weed’ is the new go-to for teens, worrying scientists — and symptoms are hard to spot

Teens are stooping to a new low to get high. New medical research in the Journal of the American Medical Association has found that 11% of high school seniors admit to using a prevalent and easily accessible synthetic marijuana, known as delta-8 THC. That number translates to “at least one or two students in every … Read more

Northwell Health fires back at NYU Langone in legal spat over which medical institution can use purple

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Northwell Health fires back at NYU Langone in legal spat over which medical institution can use purple

Northwell Health fired back at rival NYU Langone Hospital on Tuesday in the medical behemoths’ legal battle — over the use of the color purple. Northwell urged a federal judge in Manhattan to dismiss New York University Langone’s trademark lawsuit against it that claims Northwell has been ripping off NYU’s color scheme, including its purple hue … Read more

Paralyzed NY man can move and feel again — thanks to AI ‘miracle’ surgery

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Paralyzed NY man can move and feel again — thanks to AI ‘miracle’ surgery

Thank artificial intelligence for what doctors are declaring a modern medical “miracle.” A Long Island man who was paralyzed in a diving accident has regained motion and feeling in his body after a breakthrough, machine learning-based surgery that successfully “connected a computer to his brain” through microelectrode implants. Now, the successful case of Massapequa’s Keith … Read more