Best Veterinarian On Long Island In 2024: Mid Island Animal Hospital
We are thrilled to announce that Mid Island Animal Hospital has been named Best Veterinarian on Long Island in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards!
For decades, this Hicksville-based hospital has provided compassionate, state-of-the-art veterinary care, ensuring pets receive the best treatment possible, according to its website.
Dr. Mitchell Kornet and his dedicated team offer wellness exams, vaccinations, advanced diagnostics, surgery, laser therapy, and dental care, all tailored to meet the needs of each pet, per Mid Island Animal Hospital's website.
"Dr. Kornet and his staff are…
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Man Who Made Threats Against Fauci, Other Feds Sentenced In Maryland
The man who admitted to making threats toward Dr. Anthony Fauci, his family, and other federal officials will spend years behind bars after being sentenced to federal prison time in Maryland.
West Virginia resident Thomas Patrick Connally, Jr., 57, was sentenced to 37 months in prison by US District Judge Paula Xinis for making threats against a federal official, specifically for sending emails threatening to harm Fauci.
Connally also admitted to threatening Dr. Francis Collins, the former Director of the NIH, Dr. Rachel Levine, the former Secretary of Health for the State of Pennsylva…
Avoiding An Asthma Attack
It isn’t always clear why some people have asthma and others don’t. However, what we do know is that it’s probably due to a combination of environment and genetics. Asthma can’t be cured, but its symptoms can be controlled.
Let’s talk about what asthma is, what triggers it, and how to prevent having an asthma attack.
What is Asthma?
Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus. This makes breathing difficult, and triggers coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. For some people, asthma is an annoyance, while for others, it can be a major issue tha…
Avoiding An Asthma Attack
It isn’t always clear why some people have asthma and others don’t. However, what we do know is that it’s probably due to a combination of environment and genetics. Asthma can’t be cured, but its symptoms can be controlled.
Let’s talk about what asthma is, what triggers it, and how to prevent having an asthma attack.
What is Asthma?
Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus. This makes breathing difficult, and triggers coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. For some people, asthma is an annoyance, while for others, it can be a major issue tha…
Covid-19: All NY Health Care Workers Will Be Required To Get Vaccines
All health care workers in New York State will be required to get the COVID-19 vaccine, with only limited exceptions for those with religious or medical exemptions.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that staff at hospitals, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, adult care, and other congregate settings will be required to get vaccinated against COVID-19 no later than Monday, Sept. 27.
To date, 75 percent of the state’s estimated 450,000 hospital workers, 74 percent of the state’s 30,000 adult care facility workers, and 68 percent of the state’s 145,500 nursing home workers have compl…
Parsippany-Troy Hills Skunk Tests Positive For Rabies
A skunk tested positive for rabies in Parsippany, health officials said Friday.
The animal was found off Mohawk Avenue in the Lake Hiawatha section of town, officials said.
Town officials reminds residents to avoid feeding or picking up stray animals, including common carriers of the virus such as raccoons, skunks, foxes, woodchucks, bats, and feral (stray) cats.
“Do not make pets of wild animals,” officials said.
Meanwhile, dog owners are asked to ensure that their pets are properly licensed and vaccinations.
“If you know of any stray cats, or dogs or any other animal in the area acting…
