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Northwell Health explains just how much a plant-based diet could help your gut bit.ly/2Gj9nFD
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@NorthwellHealth explains just how much a plant-based diet could help your gut. bit.ly/2Gj9nFD
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Don't let stress get the better of you. Northwell Health outlines just how to cope with daily stressors. bit.ly/2FemtCN
Northwell Health breaks down five heart attack warning signs to be mindful of to help save your life bit.ly/2oc6gaK
"I don't smoke, and I'm not overweight. This means that my risk for heart disease is low, right?" @NorthwellHealth answers this mom's heart health questions. bit.ly/2EiBCT7
It's Heart Health Month! @NorthwellHealth breaks down heart attack symptoms everyone needs to know. bit.ly/2s2UlAD
The flu is here: @NorthwellHealth shares 4 important tips to keep it out of your house bit.ly/2G1u2O6
Are "healthy drinks" the real deal? Northwell Health breaks down what's hype and what's right. bit.ly/2miiyNj
Fire rips through Long Island office building this morning, goo.gl/gRRNXj
Fire destroys Long Island mansion, goo.gl/cmF53h
Let's check in on the Election Day LIRR commute. Yikes.
What type of candy should you be stocking up on this year? Here are the most popular Halloween treats by state: bit.ly/2ytrgzv
LIRR Delays After Tractor-Trailer Strikes Bridge, goo.gl/mHQgCA
A waterspout off Smith Point Beach on Long Island this afternoon. Photo by Mason Coraci
NYPD Escorts Slain Officer's Son To First Day Of School, goo.gl/vhT9i9
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BREAKING: 3 Dead In Horrific Long Island Crash, goo.gl/3DBvfx
UPDATE: Drunk Woman Nearly Drove Into Bay With Her Kid In Car: Police, goo.gl/7ZFLvC
Air Force One touched down at Long Island MacArthur Airport at 1:24 p.m.