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Yahoo
24-05-2025
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HHC doctor explains brain condition that led Billy Joel to cancel concerts
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — Singer Billy Joel is canceling all of his scheduled concerts due to a recently diagnosed health condition. The Piano Man said Friday he has normal pressure hydrocephalus. The Cleveland Clinic said it's a condition that happens when fluid builds up inside the skull and presses on the brain. 'I'm sincerely sorry': Billy Joel cancels all concerts after being diagnosed with brain disorder News8 spoke with Dr. Leon Meytin, a neurologist at Hartford Healthcare about Joel's condition. He explained the signs of the disease, and what treatment looks like. 'It comes on with the symptoms that are relatively nonspecific,' Dr. Meytin said. 'So meaning that it's not a specific that you get that might tell somebody 'Aha this is what you have.' You might just present some balance problems. So it's very important to have this checked on early because the treatment works much better the earlier its diagnosed.' Dr. Meytin also says many people that get proper treatment early tend to see high levels of improvement over time. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
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$6M made at Hartford Healthcare's annual gala
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Hartford Healthcare hosted their annual 'Black and Red Gala' Saturday night at the Bushnell Theater. 'Tonight is so tremendous, but this is really about bringing people together,' President & CEO of Hartford Healthcare Jeffrey Flaks said. 'It's about community, it's about celebrating Connecticut, it's about recognizing the amazing people working in healthcare, the amazing work they do.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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Watch: Best skin cancer prevention tips
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — May is Skin Cancer Awareness month. 5 million people are diagnosed in the U.S. each year, and it's the worlds most common form of cancer. The best ways to combat spring allergies in 2025 News 8's Kathryn Hauser spoke with Dr. Krishna Gunturu from the Hartford Healthcare Cancer Institute about the best ways to identify and prevent skin cancer. Watch the full interview above. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
Yahoo
06-05-2025
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Nurse week recognizes ‘the power of nurses'
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — They are the backbone of keeping our nation healthy, from caregivers to coordinators of care. It's Nurses Week and this year's theme is 'the power of nurses.' Hartford Healthcare's Teresa Fuller, vice president of St. Vincent's Medical Center, joined Good Morning Connecticut at 9 a.m. to discuss. Watch the video above for more. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
Yahoo
01-05-2025
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Shining a light on the health of mothers before, during and after pregnancy
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — May is Maternal Health Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the health and well-being of mothers before, during, and after pregnancy. With Hartford Healthcare leading the charge, we're taking a closer look at how expectant mothers can receive the support they need for a healthy pregnancy and beyond. Dr. Daileann Hemmings, system director of maternal health equity at Hartford Healthcare, joined Good Morning Connecticut at 9 a.m. to discuss. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
