How a Halloween scare can actually be good for your health
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to explain why some sights and sounds get our hearts racing.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to explain why some sights and sounds get our hearts racing.
The American Heart Association discovered a link between four key factors: Cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity.
It's the second leading cause of death around the world, but many Americans don't know how to recognize one.
In addition to anxiety and depression, feeling lonely can impact physical health and wellbeing.
The so-called "tripledemic" appears to have arrived, with people everywhere coughing and sneezing.
When you hear about menopause, we often think of women. But hormonal changes can also affect men as they age.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York to answer some of your questions.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut all have pending state legislation that would let students get some extra shuteye.
Constant screen time impacts kids' attention spans, among other negative effects. We hear from Dr. Kumar for some best practices heading back to school.
Just as students are heading back to the classroom, a new COVID variant is hitting the Tri-State Area.
A new study finds the weight-loss drug Wegovy could help people with the most common form of heart failure.
Many college freshman are leaving home for the first time, a transition that can be a major stressor on their health.
Many college freshman are leaving home for the first time, an exciting transition, but one that can be a major stressor on their physical and mental health.
Many students are already training hard for fall sports, but overuse injuries among children are on the rise.
Fentanyl impacts every neighborhood across the country, and the consequences can be deadly.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with more on these emerging viruses and tips on how you can protect yourself.
Dr. Kumar breaks down the difference between sudden cardiac arrest vs. a heart attack, plus the causes and treatment.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS New York with the latest guidance on how to protect yourself and your family from ticks this summer.
We ask how to stay healthy during flight delays, the best way to beat jetlag and how to avoid digestive issues.
Dr. Nidhi Kumar has tips to prevent and spot signs of food poisoning, and avoid fireworks injuries.
An estimated 80% of men and 50% of women suffer from hair loss at some point in their lives.
There can be a lot of confusion over vitamins and supplements. Does everyone need them? Which ones are essential?
Dr. Nidhi Kumar is On Call for CBS2 with strategies to keep you on track all summer long.
You've probably seen social media posts about these medications, and celebrities have helped build the buzz around them.
Dr. Kumar shared a list of dos and don'ts, spoke about why snacking can be a red flag and offered some other tips.
The Mets did not use struggling closer Edwin Diaz in a save situation during Sunday's 7-3 win over the Marlins.
John Berti and Aaron Judge homered in the Yankees' 7-2 win over the White Sox on Sunday.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was traveling in Iran's East Azerbaijan province when the helicopter was forced to land due to weather. A rescue is underway.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
At least five small businesses in Hell's Kitchen have either had a break-in or been vandalized in just the last week.
The New York Liberty's first home game of the season, against the Indiana Fever and rookie sensation Caitlin Clark, set an all-time WNBA record with more than $2 million in tickets sold.
A New York City councilmember has introduced the Fairness in Apartment Rental Expenses Act, aiming to cut down broker fees for renters.
Traffic safety advocates in Brooklyn say the redesign of McGuinness Boulevard is inadequate, and they want changes to be implemented.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
Today's weather looks to be the pick of the week, as skies clear and temperatures climb.
Temperatures around New York and New Jersey will rebound nicely Monday, as highs reach the upper 60s and low 70s.
Mother's Day was mostly a gloomy day in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
Sunday night may offer a chance to see the northern lights in suburban areas of New York City after an "extreme" geomagnetic storm reached Earth on Friday.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
Today's weather looks to be the pick of the week, as skies clear and temperatures climb.
A federal judge is considering if lawsuits against NYC congestion pricing should proceed after hours of arguments from people suing to stop the new tolls.
A doctor from New Jersey is one of more than a dozen volunteers who are stranded at a hospital in Gaza and calling on the U.S. government to get them home.
The Giants plan to wear their new "Century Red" uniform up to twice during the 2024 season.
Despite some lingering clouds, Sunday will be a nice finish to the weekend. Highs will reach the low 70s.
A federal judge is considering if lawsuits against NYC congestion pricing should proceed after hours of arguments from people suing to stop the new tolls.
Eight Cricket World Cup matches will be held at Nassau County's International Cricket Stadium in June 2024.
There's an intense debate on whether to arm school security after Farmingdale schools became the latest on Long Island to plan to hire armed guards.
Mother's Day was mostly a gloomy day in New York City and across the Tri-State Area.
Is the issue of abortion offsetting the drag on President Biden stemming from inflation nationally and immigration in a state like Arizona?
GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York excoriated Biden over a paused weapons shipment to Israel in her address to the Knesset.
A federal judge is considering if lawsuits against NYC congestion pricing should proceed after hours of arguments from people suing to stop the new tolls.
The FBI seized 11 one-ounce gold bars, two one-kilogram gold bars and $486,461 from the New Jersey Democrat's home.
Michael Cohen, the key witness in the case against former President Donald Trump, faced questions from defense attorneys taking aim at his credibility.
Leonette Belfield-Carson, whose daughter Jalissa Nadine Carson died of cancer, is now an advocate for other moms with children battling cancer.
A new report from New Jersey's Department of Health shows lead levels in children are dropping but not gone.
Kyle McMorrow was just 36 years old when he suffered a stroke last year. He woke up with neck pain one day, not realizing what was happening.
Panera is phasing out a highly caffeinated selection of lemonade beverages that's at the center of several lawsuits.
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
A six-footer with an ample black mustache, Dabney Coleman made his mark in numerous popular films.
The 2016 footage, which was obtained and published by CNN, appears to show the rap mogul hitting, dragging and kicking the singer known as Cassie.
A 50-year-old man is charged with assault after actor Steve Buscemi was punched in an apparent random attack in New York City.
Jim Parsons and Mayim Bialik are reprising their roles from "Big Bang Theory" in part one of the "Young Sheldon" series finale.
The Mets did not use struggling closer Edwin Diaz in a save situation during Sunday's 7-3 win over the Marlins.
John Berti and Aaron Judge homered in the Yankees' 7-2 win over the White Sox on Sunday.
Hannes Wolf and Mounsef Bakrar each scored a goal for New York City FC in a 2-1 win over the New York Red Bulls.
Josh Bell hit a tying homer off Edwin Díaz in a four-run ninth inning, the latest costly meltdown by the struggling New York Mets closer, and Otto Lopez singled home the winning run in the 10th as the Miami Marlins rallied for a 10-9 victory.
The New York Liberty's first home game of the season, against the Indiana Fever and rookie sensation Caitlin Clark, set an all-time WNBA record with more than $2 million in tickets sold.
Traffic safety advocates in Brooklyn say the redesign of McGuinness Boulevard is inadequate, and they want changes to be implemented.
Maimonides Medical Center in Borough Park neighbors two communities that house a large Asian American population.
A Thai community is thriving along Woodside Avenue in Elmhurst, Queens.
Big Reuse says the lot helps take in 2 million pounds of food scraps and yard waste annually to create compost.
The River Garden in West Farms is a place that nurtures home-grown opportunities and curiosity.
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.
A crane went up in flames high above Manhattan, then partially collapsed onto the street below.
CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell emcees the opening ceremony as thousands gather in Central Park for the start of the annual AIDS Walk. CBS New York is a proud media sponsor of the event.
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have agreed to face off in two debates. But do New Yorkers really think they need to hear more from the two long-time opponents?
New York Republicans have not had a voice in the U.S. Senate since Al D'Amato's defeat in 1998. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, who is up for reelection in 2024, wants to keep it that way. Watch the full interview on "The Point with Marcia Kramer."
New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand and Ofir Akunis, the consul general of Israel in New York, discuss the latest in politics with CBS New York's Marcia Kramer.
CBS New York's Jessi Mitchell shares her personal connection to AIDS Walk New York and supporting the efforts of GMHC.