Former nursing home aide Rachel Paillet pleads guilty to stealing over $60,000 from a resident's debit card at The Pearl Nursing Center in Rochester, New York.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is about to sign a law allowing medically-assisted death for terminally ill patients with less than six months to live.

Rising flu cases, including a new H3N2 strain, prompt increased preventative steps and temporary school closures in New York and other US states. Health officials enforce mask mandates and promote flu shots to combat the surge.

Governor Hochul announces a $1.1 billion upgrade for SUNY Downstate Hospital, including infrastructure improvements, room revamps, and an expanded emergency department.

A symposium in NY, organized by DA Ray Tierney and legislators, addresses drugged driving, advocating for a law change to target driver impairment rather than specific drugs.

Letitia James and 20 attorneys general oppose Congress' attempt to restrict abortion coverage in ACA tax credits renewal, arguing it undermines state rights and healthcare access.

New York and New Jersey hospitals see a rise in flu and respiratory virus cases, with the flu declared "prevalent" and a potential severe flu strain, "subclade K," on the rise.

The FDA has issued a recall for Wegmans Deluxe Mixed Nuts due to potential Salmonella contamination. No illnesses have been reported, but consumers are advised to return the products for a refund.

NYC health department data shows a 5.4% rise in HIV diagnoses, marking a four-year trend, amid concerns of federal funding cuts for HIV prevention and treatment efforts.

New York health officials are upholding their hepatitis B vaccine guidelines for newborns, despite a CDC panel advising a delay, sticking to giving the vaccine within 24 hours of birth.

Governor Hochul grants $100 million for 30 community projects in New York to enhance health, connection, and well-being through the NY BRICKS program.

New York Governor Hochul signed a bill mandating insurance coverage for lung cancer follow-up screenings without cost-sharing to aid early detection and treatment.

Over 1.5 million bags of shredded cheese from Great Lakes Cheese Co. have been recalled across 31 states due to potential metal contamination, affecting products at Walmart, Target, and Aldi.