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02.23.2026 Health

Ellen’s Well relaunched by breast cancer foundation

The Ellen Hermanson Foundation announced the relaunch this month of Ellen’s Well, a free partnership-based psychosocial group support and wellness program for breast cancer patients and survivors. The organization...

02.05.2026 News

PBMC celebrates 75 years of care on the East End

Peconic Bay Medical Center celebrated its 75th anniversary on Tuesday, looking back at its history and looking forward to what’s next. Hospital leadership, elected officials and members of the...

02.04.2026 Health

Breast cancer experts discuss integrative treatment options at Riverhead seminar

Breast cancer patients no longer have to choose between conventional treatment and complementary therapies, a panel of medical experts told North Fork residents Friday at the second annual integrative care seminar...

01.27.2026 Health

East End native publishes groundbreaking guide to women’s health

Journalist and editor Meghan Rabbitt, who grew up on the North Fork and graduated from Southold High School, has just published a new book — the 642-page The New Rules...

01.22.2026 Health

North Fork Breast Health Coalition to host panel Jan. 31

The North Fork Breast Health Coalition will host its second annual Integrative Approaches to Breast Cancer Care event on Saturday, Jan. 31, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at...

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10.29.2025 Health

Addiction medicine specialist joins Quannacut Outpatient

Dr. Nisha Ghayalod, a board-certified physician specializing in family and addiction medicine, has joined Southold Family Medicine, a practice of Stony Brook Medicine Community Medical Group. Dr. Ghayalod grew up...

10.28.2025 Health

Breast cancer screening free at PBMC on Nov. 1

In acknowledgement of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Northwell Health Peconic Bay Medical Center, partnering with North Fork Radiology, will offer no-cost breast cancer screenings on Saturday, Nov....

10.15.2025 Community

A health fair for all: Over 20 providers to offer wellness services in Peconic

‘Tis the season for avoiding the colds and sicknesses that come with chilly weather. Thanks to the Center for Advocacy, Support and Transformation, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital and Southold Town...

09.21.2025 Community

Upcoming community blood drives in Riverhead

Three blood drives will be held throughout the Town of Riverhead over the next two weeks. They are as follows: On Tuesday, Sept. 23, from 1 to 7 p.m.,...

08.27.2025 Health

Riverhead student organizes fourth blood drive

Eric Gabrielsen Jr., a student at Riverhead High School, is organizing a blood donation event for the fourth time — this time on Saturday, Aug. 30, from 10 a.m....

08.23.2025 Health

PBMC opens pediatric-friendly room in its ER

Hospital emergency rooms can be a little chaotic at times, and for children seeking treatment, entering this environment may heighten their fears and anxiety. That is why Peconic Bay...

08.04.2025 Health

Northwell Health opens multi-specialty practice in Riverhead

A 6,400-square-foot Northwell Health facility is now open on the fourth floor of 889 Harrison Ave. in Riverhead and seeking patients who are looking for high-quality care in a...

07.25.2025 Community

Riverhead Ciderhouse goes “Pint for a Pint” in blood drive

Who doesn’t love a good deed combined with a sweet treat … or a cold one? New York Blood Center’s “Pint for a Pint” campaign will get you just...

Four clear glasses, cold with condensation, are set upon a wooden slatted table top. Within them are ciders varying from blood orange to red to yellow to tangerine in color. In the background blurred slightly is exposed brick.

05.13.2025 News

PBMC begins construction of new Neurosciences Center

Peconic Bay Medical Center is breaking down barriers to neurological care on the East End of Long Island. They celebrated this achievement Monday, May 12, with a symbolic “wall-breaking”...

04.01.2025 Community

Annual Pink Pearl Gala continues to support cancer survivors

The North Fork Breast Health Coalition is hosting its annual Pink Pearl Gala on Friday, April 11, from 6 to 10 p.m. to celebrate and support breast cancer survivors....

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