NYU Langone Achieves World’s First Fully Robotic Double Lung Transplant Pioneering Future of Surgery
The first fully robotic double lung transplant has been successfully performed at NYU Langone Health by Dr. Stephanie H. Chang using the Da Vinci Xi system.
New York State Unveils Stricter Regulations on Pharmacy Benefit Managers to Boost Transparency and Competition
New York's DFS is introducing new regulations to increase transparency and competition among PBMs, requiring them to disclose drug lists and pharmacy networks.
New York Expands Access to Fluoride Treatments for Children as Gov. Hochul Signs Pioneering Dental Health Legislation
Gov. Hochul signed a law in NY allowing dental assistants and nurses to apply fluoride treatments to children, improving access to preventive dental care.
Internet-Famous Squirrel Peanut and Companion Raccoon Euthanized Despite Negative Rabies Results in Chemung County
Peanut the Squirrel and Fred the raccoon were euthanized and tested negative for rabies, sparking debate over wildlife management after being taken from owner Mark Longo.
New York City Battles Rising Heat-Related Deaths, Struggles with AC Availability In Vulnerable Neighborhoods
NYC officials report about 350 annual deaths due to heat, emphasizing the risks in homes without air conditioning and the challenge of introducing cooling legislation.
New York's $159 Million Health Cost Transparency Tool Yet to Launch as State Approves Insurance Rate Hikes Amid Mounting Medical Debts
New York's project to create a health costs transparency tool, despite significant investment, remains unused by the public, leaving residents facing high medical expenses.
Former Congressman Michael Grimm Paralyzed Following Polo Accident, Rehabilitation Fundraiser Launched
Ex-Congressman Michael Grimm is paralyzed following a polo accident and is undergoing rehabilitation, with a GoFundMe page set up for his medical expenses.












