Health & Wellness - Halston Media Group

What you need to know about beach closures in Mahopac—and beyond

MAHOPAC, N.Y.—Recreation on Lake Mahopac and other local waterways has been a rite of summer since the days of steam-powered trains—or even earlier. So when the Putnam County Department of Health … more

Emile Menasché | 6/25/25

Cooling centers throughout Westchester help residents beat the heat

WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY. - With a heat wave expected to continue in the region this week, local libraries and other community meeting places will be offering residents access to cooling … more

Halston Media Staff | 6/24/25

Head of Emergency Medicine at Northern Westchester Hospital gives safety tips during this heat wave

As temperatures reach 100 degrees Tuesday, Evan Cohen, MD, chairman of emergency medicine at Northwell's Northern Westchester Hospital in Mount Kisco, explains how to stay safe during a heat … more

Halston Media Staff | 6/23/25

State of emergency in Putnam due to extreme heat

CARMEL, N.Y. - County Executive Kevin Byrne has declared a state of emergency in Putnam County to address the current heatwave and its potential impact on public health.As part of the emergency … more

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Cooling stations available for Somers residents

SOMERS, N.Y. - With a heatwave expected to impact the region through Wednesday, June 25, town officials have announced that a pair of cooling stations are available for Somers residents. The … more

Halston Media Staff | 6/23/25

Battle of the Bulge

I may not have mentioned that I've lost over 300 pounds. That’s a lifetime stat. Unfortunately, I gained 350 pounds over the same period. The graph of my weight since high school looks like a sine … more

Don Scott | 6/21/25

‘The Clubhouse’ to host special broadcast in support of Hudson Valley Alzheimer’s Association

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. - On Wednesday, June 18, the community is invited to join hosts Rob Adams, Dave Torromeo and Mark Jeffers of “The Clubhouse” for a special radio broadcast in support of a great … more

Halston Media Staff | 6/16/25

Teens use fiction to champion sleep health

High school students today face an overwhelming number of responsibilities: homework, studying for tests, SAT/ACT, extracurriculars, sports, college applications, etc.With all of this work piling up, … more

Vaishnavi Ravindranath | 6/7/25

Measles case reported in Mahopac

MAHOPAC, N.Y. - The Putnam County Department of Health has issued an alert for measles after someone in Mahopac was diagnosed with the disease.In a press release, the Health Department stated that … more

Bob Dumas | 6/4/25

Garden Smart: Tend to your garden, tend to yourself

Garden Smart: Tend to your garden, tend to yourself.As the vibrant colors of spring emerge, many eagerly anticipate the gardening season. Preparing for gardening involves more than just selecting … more

Lize Lubbe | 5/30/25

Putnam Health Dept. warns about rabies

BREWSTER, N.Y. - Most positive rabies results in Putnam County usually come from raccoons, with bats and skunks close behind. Last year the County Department of Health identified 66 cases with … more

DOH | 5/14/25

The Osborn’s ’A’ Credit Rating Affirmed by Fitch

Fitch Ratings has affirmed Miriam Osborn Memorial Home Association’s (The Osborn) Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at ’A.’ Fitch has also affirmed at ’A’ the rating on revenue bonds issued by … more

Leslie Wells | 5/14/25

Rabies alert issued after infected cat found in Katonah

KATONAH, N.Y. - A cat in Katonah has tested positive for rabies.Westchester County Department of Health officials are urging anyone who may have been bitten or scratched by the animal – described … more

Carol Reif | 5/9/25

Cyclist Bruce Reisdorf spends two decades riding for a cure

SOMERS, N.Y. - Each year, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) invites cyclists to join their quest at the Tour de Cure fundraising event.The annual initiative brings together individuals and … more

Tom Walogorsky | 5/8/25

Northwell Health completes merger with Nuvance Health

NEW HYDE PARK, NY – Northwell Health and Nuvance Health today announced the two nonprofit health systems have officially joined together to form a new integrated regional health system that … more

Halston Media Staff | 5/7/25

Elder Law attorney Anthony J. Enea explores potential changes to New York’s Medicaid Home Care Program

Westchester County, N.Y. – Nearly five years after legislation was passed creating a 30-month look-back period for Medicaid home care eligibility in New York State, the law has yet to be … more

Kelly Lee/Co-Communications | 5/3/25

Putnam's 'Medication Take Back Day' deemed a success

CARMEL, N.Y.—The Carmel Communities That Care Coalition, in collaboration with the Putnam County Department of Health, Putnam Hospital and the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, hosted a successful … more

The Prevention Council of Putnam | 5/3/25

Slater kicks off feminine hygiene drive in partnership with Putnam Cap

Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) is once again partnering with Putnam Community Action Partnership (CAP) to host a feminine hygiene drive aimed at providing much-needed products to women and … more

Office of Assemblyman Matt Slater | 5/2/25

Putnam Public Health working to prevent lead poisoning

BREWSTER, N.Y. -Lead poisoning is a serious health problem, especially for children. Springtime home renovations can disturb old, covered-up lead paint and increase the risk of poisoning. That is why … more

DOH | 4/29/25

Putnam County conducts overdose fatality review drill

CARMEL, NY – Putnam County has taken another step in its ongoing efforts to address the opioid crisis with the establishment of a Suicide and Overdose Fatality Review (SOFR) Team. The newly … more

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