Scott Newcombe, 41, of Plattsburgh, was sentenced to probation and ordered to pay restitution for running a health care fraud scheme through his billing company.

New York's proposed Medicaid cuts may reduce autism therapy funds, causing concern for care providers and advocates about service impacts for low-income families.

Governor Kathy Hochul launches Central New York's first Mobile Medication Unit to provide accessible addiction treatment, including methadone and buprenorphine, to individuals facing transportation challenges.

NYC expands a program offering medical respite beds to homeless, with 24 new beds allowing recovery from health events and aiding in finding stable housing.

Several students at a NY middle school fell ill after consuming THC gummies, with one distributing them. Police were called, and no charges were filed, but health concerns were raised.

NYC health officials confirm two measles cases, emphasizing the importance of the MMR vaccine in preventing outbreaks and its high efficacy with two doses.

Nuvation Bio Inc. secures $250 million for the potential launch of lung cancer drug taletrectinib in the U.S. upon FDA approval.

New York Governor Hochul announced regulations to ensure quicker access to behavioral health care, enforcing a 10-day maximum wait for initial appointments and mandating current provider directories.

Mayor Eric Adams initiated the construction of a $30 million community health center in Far Rockaway to enhance healthcare access for local residents.

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.

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 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.

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.