Buying Green Can Save You Green This St. Patricks Day
March 16, 2010
(New York,N.Y.)-With spring and St. Patrick’s Day upon us, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is encouraging New Yorkers to buy green, to save green. New York’s Great Appliance Swap Out, which has provided nearly $10 million to help more than 90,000 New Yorkers reduce their energy costs, still has millions […]
Join the Race for Spinal Victory
March 12, 2010
(Wantagh, N.Y.)-Walkers, runners and wheelchair racers are asked to join in the 6th Annual Race for Spinal Victory to be held at Wantagh High School, on Sunday, April 18th at 9 AM. Participants can choose to tackle the 5K distance at a run or a walk. Raffle prizes, including a giant flat screen TV, will […]
Dentists At Exceldent Dental, LLC Weather The Snow Storm To Provide Unemployed Long Islanders With A Day Of Free Dental Care
March 10, 2010
(Brookhaven,N.Y.)-Dentists at Exceldent Dental LLC, Long Island’s leading dental provider with eight locations, have given new meaning to the phrase, “when there’s a will there’s a way.” The recent snowstorm that wreaked havoc on the Long Island area did not prevent dentists at Exceldent Dental, LLC’s newest office, Exceldent Dental of Brookhaven, from fulfilling their […]
The Silent Killer: High Blood Pressure
March 9, 2010
(New York, N.Y.)-It’s called the “silent killer.” High Blood pressure often has no warning signs or symptoms, and many people don’t realize they have it. That’s why Senator Kemp Hannon is encouraging everyone to get their blood pressure checked regularly.
“Getting a routine blood pressure reading can save your life,” said Senator Hannon, who had his […]
Hannon Partners With National Kidney Foundation To Spread Kidney Disease Awareness
March 4, 2010
(New York, N.Y.)-World Kidney Day is Thursday, March 11 and Senator Kemp Hannon along with the New York Chapter of the National Kidney Foundation are asking community leaders to help spread the word about kidney disease.
“When it comes to treating kidney disease, early detection is crucial,” said Ranking Member of the Senate Health Committee, Senator […]
New Island Hospital Earns National Recognition For Quality Respiratory Care
March 2, 2010
(Bethpage,N.Y.)-New Island Hospital (www.newislandhospital.org) is now among an elite group of just 15 percent of hospitals in the US earning Quality Respiratory Care Recognition (QRCR) from the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC).
To qualify for this recognition, a hospital must adhere to a strict set of criteria governing its respiratory care services. New Island Hospital […]
Senator Lavalle Makes Homeowners Aware Of New Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements
February 24, 2010
(New York,N.Y.)-Senator Kenneth P. LaValle wants New York State residents to be aware that “Amanda’s Law” became effective February 22, 2010. The law requires all residences with appliances, devices, or systems that emit carbon monoxide to have a carbon monoxide detector installed. Carbon monoxide can be produced when burning any type of fuel, including wood, […]
Senator Hannon Announces Free Swine Flu Shots
February 22, 2010
(Nassau County,N.Y.)-If you chatted with someone who recently got swine flu, one thing’s for certain… they wish they didn’t get it. Why take the risk? The restrictions have been removed and you can get the swine flu shot NOW for FREE!
Senator Kemp Hannon is partnering with the Nassau County Department of Health and the Nassau […]
CFF and Hannon Call upon Long Islanders to Help Find a Cure for Cystic Fibrosis
February 16, 2010
(Garden City, N.Y.)-Senator Kemp Hannon (R-Garden City) walked the “Great Strides” pathway with Arlene Dayboch of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) at Hofstra University in Uniondale. Thousands of walkers will walk the route this Spring.
The 22nd Annual “Great Strides” is the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s largest national fundraiser. Co-walkers, friends and family from teams of fundraising […]
Is Your Child At Risk
February 9, 2010
(New York, N.Y.)-Did you know that over one million young people in New York are considered obese? Even more children are at risk of becoming obese as adults due to poor eating and exercise habits.
Senator Kemp Hannon is reminding all parents to monitor eating and exercise habits of their children. “Studies show that healthy eating […]
