Start Your Health Journey in the New Year

The new year is a good time to evaluate your health goals and make a plan. Whether you want to eat healthy, start a new workout routine, or schedule your annual exam, taking steps to improve your health can help prevent chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes.

Read below to help jumpstart your New Year's resolutions, including why you should schedule your annual exam, tips to begin your fitness journey, and healthy recipes to try. You can also use our online Find-a-Doctor tool to quickly find and schedule appointments with a physician near you.

Find Your Primary Care Physician

Catholic Health physicians are accepting new patients at their locations across Long Island. Extended hours, next-day and same-day appointments are often available. You can easily search for physicians and schedule appointments using our online Find-a-Doctor tool.

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