A: No, using deodorants or antiperspirants does not increase your risk of breast cancer. Claims linking deodorant/antiperspirant use and breast cancer have been around for many years. The theory …
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By Christine Hodyl, DO, FACS
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11/20/17
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Q: My town is overrun by signs that people have posted with information about garage sales, missing pets, fundraisers, etc. Are there any laws governing what can be posted publicly?
A: As every town, city and village has …
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By A. Thomas Levin
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12/19/13
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Swings in the stock market can cause emotions to run high, particularly for investors who are approaching retirement. And for good reason. Recent research from Ameriprise Financial uncovered that the …
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Christopher Zarra, CFP®, ChFC®, CFS®
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6/1/18
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Q: My eyelid suddenly became swollen, red, and painful. I was told that it may be a stye. How can I treat this?
A: Styes are one of the most common …
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By Samuel Baharestani, MD
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10/9/14
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Q: My dog is always trying to get into my child's candy. Is there anything I need to worry about?
A: Halloween is almost here, and children await the fun of trick-or-treating. But …
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By Central Veterinary Associates
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10/24/14
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Q: If someone is let go due to cutbacks is s/he entitled to unused vacation and or sick pay?
A: Generally, New York law does not require employers to provide paid vacation to employees. The law …
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By Lois Carter Schlissel
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2/12/14
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Q: My teenaged son was convicted of assault. Could I be held liable for damages in civil court?
A: Generally, under New York law, Courts will not impose liability …
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By Robert Zausmer
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2/11/14
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Q: I am the President of mid-sized company on Long Island which has a zero-tolerance drug policy which includes prohibiting the use of marijuana. We also randomly test …
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By Paul F. Millus
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1/23/15
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A: There are a variety of factors that determine the strength of the U.S. economy, including government spending levels, imports versus exports and currency values. Yet, the biggest factor in …
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Christopher Zarra, CFP®, ChFC®, CFS®
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8/12/16
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Q: I recently received a letter from a South Shore Hospital which recommended that I be tested for hepatitis and HIV due to the use of an insulin pen used on me during a recent hospital …
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By Donnalynn Darling
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3/17/14
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