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Suffolk health officials report 25 new West Nile virus mosquito samples
Suffolk County reported 25 additional West Nile-positive mosquito samples, including one in Aquebogue, bringing the season total to 54.
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Trump order to split MMR vaccine draws pushback from top NY health official
President Trump’s order to separate the MMR vaccine drew a sharp response from New York’s health commissioner, who said the change offers no medical benefit.
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Eleven Suffolk mosquito samples positive for West Nile virus
Suffolk County health officials said 11 mosquito samples collected earlier this month have tested positive for West Nile virus.
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Cyanobacteria bloom confirmed in Flanders pond
A new cyanobacteria bloom has been confirmed at Silver Brook Pond in Flanders, Suffolk County health officials said Monday.
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Suffolk plans aerial mosquito larvicide treatments in Riverhead, Flanders and Southold
Suffolk County plans aerial mosquito larvicide treatments over marsh areas in Riverhead, Flanders, Southampton and Southold July 8-10.
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Suffolk reports first West Nile-positive mosquito sample of the year
A mosquito sample collected June 24 is Suffolk County's first to test positive for West Nile virus this year, health officials reported Thursday.
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Rabid raccoon found in Manorville, Suffolk health department says
The Suffolk County Department of Health Services is reporting that a racoon found in Manorville has tested positive for rabies.
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Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital marks Primary Stroke Center designation
Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital has earned designation by the Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center, which allows patients access to rapid evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for stroke.
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What to do if you’re impacted by changes to the Essential Plan
Starting July 1, hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers enrolled in the state’s Essential Plan will lose their health insurance due to federal cuts. Here's what you need to know.
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PBMC earns second consecutive ‘A’ grade for patient safety
Peconic Bay Medical Center has earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for the second consecutive grading cycle.
