In-Home Vaccination Program Offered In NY's Coronavirus Fight

The new in-home vaccination program will get shots in arms for those unable to travel, Gov. Andrew Cuomo says.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drives In Rivertowns Area

There is no wait period for blood donations after receiving a coronavirus vaccine dose.

Westchester County Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

Here is how the Rivertowns area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Update: Hospital Capacity In Rivertowns Area

Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in Westchester County.

Here’s Why You Should Be Double-Masking

Learn more about the benefits of wearing two masks and which masks offer more protection.

How Much Of Westchester County Population Is Vaccinated?

Here is how the Rivertowns area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Coronavirus Cases Down In Rivertowns Area As Vaccinations Increase

Here is how New York is doing compared to other states in the race to vaccinate residents.

Rivertowns Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives being held in the Rivertowns area within the next two weeks.

5 Facts About Colorectal Cancer You Should Know

Colon cancer is no longer a disease that only affects older people. Here are the potential risk factors and what you need to know.

Golf To Tee Off At 4 Westchester County Courses

The two remaining courses will open as conditions improve, county officials said.

Update: Check Hospital Capacity In Rivertowns Area

Here is the latest data on which hospitals are nearing capacity in Westchester County as the pandemic wanes.

Weekly Update: Hospital Capacity In Rivertowns Area

New federal data shows how the waning coronavirus epidemic is affecting hospitals in Westchester County.

A Slow And Safe Return To Exercise This Year

A NewYork-Presbyterian Sports Performance Institute performance specialist shares tips to help you safely return to your peak fitness level.

Weekly Update: See Which Rivertowns Area Hospitals Nearing Capacity

New federal data shows how the coronavirus epidemic is affecting hospitals and their ICUs in Westchester County.

How Close Are Rivertowns Area Hospitals To Capacity? Weekly Update

Here is the latest federal data on hospital capacity, including ICUs, in Westchester County.

How Close Are Rivertowns Area Hospitals To Capacity? Weekly Update

New federal data shows how the coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Westchester County and across New York.

See Which Rivertowns Area Hospitals Are Nearing Capacity

New data provided by the federal government shows which hospitals are nearing capacity in the Rivertowns area.

See Which Rivertowns Area Hospitals Are Nearing Capacity

New data from the federal government shows which hospitals are closest to capacity in the Rivertowns area.

Beach Season Extended In Westchester County

A little extra time in the sun and the water was unexpected during the coronavirus pandemic.

Dobbs Ferry Pediatrician Offers Free Care During Furlough

The Hudson Valley pediatrician is standing by his offer in spite of the just-announced plan to temporarily reopen the government.

5 Reasons To Have Your Kids Vaccinated

Vaccinations have come a very long way since infectious diseases like smallpox and whooping cough were considered epidemics centuries ago.

1st West Nile Virus Case Found In Westchester County For 2018

Last year, three people in the county were diagnosed with West Nile Virus.

5 Things To Know About Advance Directives

Northwell Health wants to help you make sense of health care proxies, living wills and MOLST (Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment).

5 Cancer Prevention Tips

Survival has become reality for several types of cancer as researchers and clinicians have gained more information about the disease.

5 Ways To Exercise At The Office

With a job that keeps you in your seat for most of the day, Dr. Stacey Rosen lists simple changes that can go a long way for good health.

The Truth About Spring Allergies

With springtime finally in the air and pollen counts high, Northwell Health wants to help prepare you with the truths about allergy season.

Coyote That Bit Child Sunday Was Rabid

Everyone who came into contact with the animal, or its saliva, is being evaluated

What Is Telemedicine And How Can It Help People With Cancer?

​Dr. Christian Otto, Director of Teleoncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering, explains the benefits of telemedicine in patient care.

Balancing Cancer And Your Career

Battling cancer can be a full-time job in itself. Here's why many people with the disease choose to stay employed after their diagnosis.

Where To Get Fit In The New Year

Yelp reviewers have rated the best gyms near the river towns

Visiting Nurse Association of Hudson Valley joins Northwell Health

VNA of Hudson Valley and its 350 employees provide home care to about 6,000 patients.

Walks In The Woods Near The River Towns

Walking in the woods is good for you.

Cancer-Causing Pollutants Found In Dobbs Ferry Drinking Water, Study Shows: UPDATE

A new study found 14 contaminants in the state's drinking water. How clean is your community's water supply?

Five Things To Know About Lyme Disease In The Rivertowns

With warm weather comes the risk of contracting the tick-borne illness.

A Cornucopia Of Farmer's Markets Near The River Towns

Fresh healthy produce is available at farmer's markets all over the Hudson Valley.

Hudson Valley Hospital Safety Grades Released For 2017

How safe is St. John’s Riverside Hospital in Dobbs Ferry? The Leapfrog Group has announced its spring 2017 ratings, giving hospitals grades.

What River Town Residents Should Know About Zika And Mosquito Season

Warmer spring weather also means the start of mosquito season.

Not Too Late to Get Flu Shot in Dobbs Ferry: Astorino

Westchester County is offering free flu shots for residents of Irvington and Hastings-on-Hudson.

Day Spas: A Nice Way To Warm Up This Winter

Here's what Yelp reviewers said about day spas near the Rivertowns. Do you agree?

Resolving To Be Healthier Next Year? Reviews Can Help.

Yelp reviewers have rated the best gyms near the Rivertowns.

Resolving To Be Healthier Next Year? Reviews Can Help.

Yelp reviewers have rated the best gyms near the Rivertowns.

New Safety Rating for Dobbs Ferry, Other Local Hospitals

The Leapfrog Group annually gives hospitals a grade of A through F for patient safety.

Nonprofit Breast Milk Bank Opens in Hudson Valley

Once donors are approved, the breast milk can be dropped off at several locations in the region or have it shipped for free.

Back to School in the Rivertowns: New York's 2016-17 Immunization Requirements

Don't forget to get the shot before sending your kids back to the classrooms in Dobbs Ferry, Irvington and Hastings-on-Hudson.

West Nile Virus in Westchester: How to Protect Yourself in Dobbs Ferry, Irvington

County officials say favorite breeding grounds for mosquitoes include children's toys and kiddie pools.

Help Prevent Mosquito Breeding in Dobbs Ferry, Irvington and Hastings-on-Hudson

The mosquitoes that breed in water are the ones that bite all day — and they don't need much, just a drip tray is good enough.

Take Precautions to Avoid Rabies in Dobbs Ferry, Irvington and Hastings-on-Hudson

Keeping bats out of your home by checking soffits and attic vents.

Dobbs Ferry, Hastings, Irvington Baby Boomers: Have You Been Tested for Hep C?

VIDEO: The CDC says three-fourths of American adult HCV infections are within the baby boomer generation.

Westchester to Start Applying Larvicides Monday

Dobbs Ferry, Hastings and Irvington catchbasins will be checked in the mosquito-fighting program. Residents can also get minnows for ponds.

NY Hospitals Rated First to Worst on Safety: How did St. John's Riverside Do?

New rankings have been issued for each hospital in New York and overall the state’s hospitals collectively rank near the bottom.