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As families gather for Thanksgiving dinner, trauma expert Sara Glass says keep the focus on connecting with relatives, not on making a point if political conversations arise.

'This one is gonna be so tough'

Clarke field hockey player Rebecca Palumbo was diagnosed with Stage 3 Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. She has since beaten cancer and returned to the sport. NewsdayTV's Jolie Katzen reports.

'When I found out it was cancer, it was scary'

Some Long Islanders are concerned over new changes to Medicare's Part D prescription plan, which could drastically raise drug prices. 

'I appreciate every dollar that will be coming my way'

A recent study from the CDC found that high schoolers who experienced racism at school were more likely to turn to substance abuse and/or develop mental distress, Newsday reporter Tiffany Cusaac-Smith has more on this story.

Survey explores link between racism in schools and student mental distress

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The NYSNA currently represents 3,600 members across six Northwell facilities.

Huntington Hospital nurses vote to join NYSNA, leave prior union

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Most milder symptoms of E.coli infection may have passed, but anyone with persistent conditions should check with their doctor, experts said.

What to know about the E. coli outbreak in carrots

Protesters held signs asking the county to "honor our contract."

CSEA members protest over Nassau County health plan

The CDC did not identify where in New York the infected consumers live. 

CDC: E. coli in carrots sickens 39, including 5 in NYS

Previously, New York State had more tightly limited what kinds of health professionals could provide a fluoride varnish, which helps prevent tooth decay and strengthens tooth enamel.

Fluoride can now be applied by registered dental assistants, LPNs

Clarke's Rebecca Palumbo was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin lymphoma last winter and recovered in time to play field hockey this season.

How a friend's dog helped this LI teen beat cancer

The audit found that 44% of services required to be reported weren't verified.

DiNapoli: 'Disturbing lack of oversight' in state's $14.5B payment for home care services

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With over 3,000 Halloween-related injuries each year, NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa talks with Dr. Robert Schwaner of Stony Brook University Hospital on how to stay safe.

How to avoid a trip to the ER this Halloween

State records show the owners of Cold Spring Hills Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation in Woodbury, tried to close the facility but didn't finalize the plans. 

'The question is what happens next if there's no buyer?'

October is breast cancer awareness month, and according the NYS registry it is more common on LI than in the state and nationwide. NewsdayTV's Jasmine Anderson shares stories about breast cancer from around the Island.

Breast Cancer awareness month

According to scientists, the nitrogen in Long Island's waterways primarily comes from sewage systems and fertilizer. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'We need to treat our sewage'

Michael Landesberg was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer four years ago. Now that he has recovered, he is using his experience as a way to help others battling the disease. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

 'I vowed to pay it forward and help others'

About 60,000 people participated in the annual Jones Beach breast cancer walk Sunday, the largest of its kind in the country. NewsdayTV's Andrew Ehinger reports.

'You just feel so empowered'

Luis Bravo, 38, from Queens, immigrated from Ecuador to the United States in 2007 and is now a registered nurse. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports. 

'I helped somebody today'

Experts believe the reason for the drop in overdose deaths on Long Island is Narcan. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'This is everybody's problem' 

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