On Call with Dr. Kumar: What to know about shingles in younger people
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to talk about shingles in young people
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to talk about shingles in young people
Health officials are continuing to warn people about the dangers of West Nile virus as more cases of the disease spread by mosquitoes are confirmed in the Tri-State Area.
The listeria outbreak linked to deli meat has sickened a dozen people in New York and is blamed for one death in New Jersey. So is it safe to eat?
Physical effects of heat waves, like heat stroke, are widely known. But scientists are now sounding the alarm on psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures.
While the physical consequences of heat waves have been widely described, scientists are now sounding the alarm on the psychological consequences of extremely high temperatures. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is on call with more on the issues that could range from irritability to insomnia.
Last week, Governor Hochul made New York State the first in the nation to require social media sites to restrict addictive feeds and prohibit sites from collecting, using or selling personal data of anyone under 18. Dr. Nidhi Kumar tells us more about the science behind these initiatives.
Doctor Nidhi Kumar is on call to share how to be safer this summer amid a rise in drowning deaths.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to talk about June being Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month
CBS New York's Dr. Kumar is On Call to explain why it's good for your physical and mental health to get up and get walking.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to talk about some of the common misconceptions around asthma, as well as the symptoms and treatment options.
The U.S.D.A. is considering re-classifying marijuana from a schedule 1 to schedule 3 drug. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to explain some of the potential medical benefits.
Bird flu has now been found in commercially bought milk and cows from 34 herds across nine states. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to help us learn more.
Younger adults are aging faster, increasing their risk for early onset cancers. So which anti-aging techniques actually work?
There's no safe time to look directly at the 2024 solar eclipse in the New York City area because it's outside the path of totality. Dr. Nidhi Kumar explains why you need special eclipse glasses to prevent permanent eye damage.
According to the CDC, cases of the highly infectious disease have already exceeded the total number of cases for all of 2023.
The CDC says roughly 25% of Americans suffer from season allergies, and studies suggest pollen season is getting longer and more intense.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to break down the most common sleep disorders.
With expanded screening, treatment and vaccination, experts believe cervical cancer can be completely eliminated.
Maternal mortality continues to rise in the U.S., and a recent study suggests poor mental health may be a factor.
While very important, only 8% of patients attend the recommended 36 sessions of cardiac rehab.
Atrial fibrillation, or a-fib, is serious heart condition that causes abnormal heart rhythm.
So-called "Zynfluencers" are singing its praises on TikTok and Instagram, where users pop little white pouches between their gums and cheeks.
Friday, millions of women are wearing red to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, the number one killer of women, according to the American Heart Association. Dr. Nidhi Kumar is on call for CBS News New York with what you can do for better heart health.
Users post videos of themselves mixing their water for the day with a variety of packets and powders.
Doctors say diet and lifestyle can go along way before spending money on a cream or procedure.
The New York Jets rolled to a victory over the New England Patriots in their home opener Thursday night.
A Brooklyn family was forced out of their home after city inspectors found safety violations at a nearby construction site.
The Mets scored 10 runs in three straight games for the first time in their 63-season history with a victory over the Phillies.
An 11-year-old boy died Monday after subway surfing in New York City. He's the fourth person to die from subway surfing in the city this year.
The Mariners beat the New York Yankees on Thursday.
A Brooklyn family was forced out of their home after city inspectors found safety violations at a nearby construction site.
An 11-year-old boy died Monday after subway surfing in New York City. He's the fourth person to die from subway surfing in the city this year.
Democrats in the Nassau County Legislature are calling for a federal investigation into taxpayer funding for security at Donald Trump's rally at the Nassau Coliseum Wednesday.
City leaders say the Bronx needs more trees to promote the health and wellness of residents.
Gov. Kathy Hochul criticized former President Donald Trump's tax policies one day after he held a rally on Long Island.
After 10 consecutive days without rain, NYC and its suburbs are expecting showers in the weather forecast today.
This National Voter Registration Day, here's a reminder about how to register to vote across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
Our beautiful weekend continues Sunday, but we're tracking our first chance of rain in a while this week.
Expect plenty of sunshine Saturday with temperatures getting into the low and mid 80s.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is reminding everyone to get checked for skin cancer after she had a procedure to remove basal cell carcinoma.
Dozens of renters in Passaic, New Jersey are accusing their landlord of not fixing problems plaguing their units.
The Jets will look to exorcise some demons when they take on the rival Patriots in their home opener on Thursday.
Democrat LaMonica McIver has won a special House election in New Jersey's 10th Congressional District.
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small said he will not resign after he was indicted for allegedly abusing his teenage daughter.
People will do anything for their pets, but some owners are saying the costs at the vet are now outrageously high.
Democrats in the Nassau County Legislature are calling for a federal investigation into taxpayer funding for security at Donald Trump's rally at the Nassau Coliseum Wednesday.
This year's deadly listeria outbreak involving Boar's Head meats prompted one Long Island deli to change its business model.
Gov. Kathy Hochul criticized former President Donald Trump's tax policies one day after he held a rally on Long Island.
The Jets will look to exorcise some demons when they take on the rival Patriots in their home opener on Thursday.
The owner of a Long Island construction company has been sentenced to jail in connection to a deadly 2019 wall collapse.
Democrats in the Nassau County Legislature are calling for a federal investigation into taxpayer funding for security at Donald Trump's rally at the Nassau Coliseum Wednesday.
Gov. Kathy Hochul criticized former President Donald Trump's tax policies one day after he held a rally on Long Island.
Democrat LaMonica McIver has won a special House election in New Jersey's 10th Congressional District.
The NYPD is teaming up with the Department of Sanitation to get so-called "ghost cars" off the streets.
Donald Trump supporters were greeted by tight security for a rally Wednesday at Nassau Coliseum on Long Island.
This year's deadly listeria outbreak involving Boar's Head meats prompted one Long Island deli to change its business model.
City leaders say the Bronx needs more trees to promote the health and wellness of residents.
Evidence is emerging about the detrimental effects of social media, particularly for young people, from overuse, and harmful and addictive messaging.
A coalition of city leaders and advocates want to make it easier to heed the call of nature in New York City. They want to improve access to public bathrooms across the Big Apple.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
Harvey Weinstein appeared in a New York courtroom on Wednesday and pleaded not guilty to one count of a criminal sex act in the 1st degree.
Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing three charges, including sex trafficking, stemming from an investigation by federal authorities.
Keegan-Michael Key opens up about voicing B-127 in "Transformers One" and how he transformed the iconic character with his own voice—no tech tricks needed.
Sean "Diddy" Combs pleaded not guilty to federal charges on Tuesday after he was taken into custody in New York.
Tito Jackson, Michael's brother and one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70, his sons say.
The New York Jets rolled to a victory over the New England Patriots in their home opener Thursday night.
The Mets scored 10 runs in three straight games for the first time in their 63-season history with a victory over the Phillies.
The Mariners beat the New York Yankees on Thursday.
The Jets will look to exorcise some demons when they take on the rival Patriots in their home opener on Thursday.
The New York Yankees clinched a playoff spot with a 2-1 win over the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday night.
City leaders say the Bronx needs more trees to promote the health and wellness of residents.
The UN Summit of the Future features a series of discussions focusing on Afrofuturism with an accompanying art exhibit in Harlem.
A Brooklyn childhood education center is fighting to reopen after waiting months for NYCHA to address mold issues.
The Legal Aid Society has filed a lawsuit accusing five solar panel companies of deceptive business practices and fraud.
Harlem hosted thousands for the 55th Annual African-American Day Parade on Sunday.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for September 19 at 11 p.m.
Imagine being forced out of your home with only minutes to pack up your belongings. It happened to a Brooklyn family after city inspectors say they found safety violations at a nearby construction site. That family still can't go home, and they're afraid of what's next. CBS News New York investigator Mahsa Saeidi reports.
Public bathrooms can be hard to find in New York City. Now, there's a push to make it easier. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports on what's being done.
The United Nations General Assembly will meet Monday through Friday next week, meaning drivers in Manhattan should brace for gridlock.
Fighting is intensifying between Israel and Hezbollah after two days of coordinated attacks using pagers and walkie-talkies, and now there are fears of a wider war. CBS News New York's Lori Bordonaro has reaction from families of hostages.