New York Attorney General Sues Major E-Cigarette Companies for Allegedly Fueling Youth Vaping Crisis
NY Attorney General Letitia James is suing e-cigarette companies, including Puff Bar and MYLE Vape, for marketing flavored nicotine products to minors and violating numerous laws.
New York Physician Indicted by Texas, Louisiana Over Telemedicine Abortion Pills Amid Shield Law Debate
A New York doctor faces legal challenges from Texas and Louisiana for mailing abortion pills, despite NY's shield law protecting such actions post-Roe v. Wade overturn.
NYU Langone Invests $10.5 Million in East Manhattan and Brooklyn for Cardiac Care Expansion
NYU Langone is expanding cardiac care services in Manhattan and Brooklyn, with a $10.5 million renovation for outpatient treatments and enhanced facilities, including upgrades to catheterization labs.
Staten Island Health Center's $42M Expansion Faces Uncertainty Amid Nationwide Federal Funding Freeze
A $42 million expansion of a Staten Island health center is jeopardized by a federal funding freeze, which has affected community health centers nationwide, leading to service disruptions and center closures.
False Alarm in Manhattan as Ebola Scare Sparks Panic with Health Officials Confirming No Virus Detected
Ebola scare in Manhattan was a false alarm; two patients at CityMD did not have the virus despite exhibiting symptoms and possible travel to an outbreak region.
New York State Health Department Issues Alert for New Mpox Clade Ib Strain, Urges Vigilance and Vaccination
The New York State Department of Health reported the first case of the mpox clade Ib strain, stressing public health vigilance and the availability of the JYNNEOS vaccine. No local transmission has been identified.
New York City Officials Take Precautions Against H5N1 Bird Flu as Risk to Humans Remains Low
NYC Mayor Eric Adams announced precautions against H5N1 bird flu as birds tested positive, yet emphasized a low risk to humans, with no human cases detected, and health officials closely monitoring the situation.
CityMD Settles for $7 Million Over Unlawful COVID-19 Test Billing, Cancels Additional $7 Million in Medical Debt
CityMD settles for nearly $7M with patients over illegal Covid-19 test billing during the public health emergency, adds debt cancellation, and faces penalties for future violations.
Botulism Scare Sparks Massive Tuna Recall from Trader Joe's, Costco, and Walmart: Tri-Union Seafoods Pulls Risky Cans Off Shelves
Tri-Union Seafoods has recalled canned tuna due to potential botulism risk. The recalled tuna was sold under several brand names at major retailers. No illnesses have been reported.
New York AG Letitia James Leads Multi-State Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over NIH Funding Cuts
NY Attorney General Letitia James and 21 attorneys general are suing the Trump administration over NIH funding cuts, claiming an illegal policy to cap indirect costs threatens medical research.
New York Governor Orders Temporary Closure of Live Poultry Markets Amid Bird Flu Concerns
New York orders temporary closure of live poultry markets for cleaning due to bird flu, affecting supply and prices, while human health risk remains low.
New York City Zoos Implement Precautions as Avian Flu Claims Bird Lives in Queens and Bronx
NYC zoos implement precautions after ducks die from avian flu, moving birds to protected areas, and monitoring the situation closely. Human risk is low, but protective measures are advised.












