Words From Dr. Ashwin Vasan, NYC Health Commissioner, Regarding The BA.2.86 COVID-19 Variant
Like all viruses, COVID-19 adapts, and we continue to adapt to keep New Yorkers safe too.
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‘Portal’: Unveiling COVID Isolation’s Lasting Impact, Streaming On AfroPoP Digital Shorts
The newest episode of Harlem-based Black Public Media’s AfroPoP Digital Shorts premieres on Monday, August 21, with Portal from acclaimed filmmaker Rodney Evans.
A Solemn Tribute: The Cathedral Of St. John The Divine Honors Lives Lost To COVID-19 And HIV/AIDS
In the heart of Harlem, the majestic Cathedral of St. John the Divine is preparing to host a poignant service that will reverberate with heartfelt memories.
New York City’s Commitment To COVID-19 Care And Services Unwavering Even
As the Big Apple bids farewell to the federal public health emergency declaration for COVID-19, New Yorkers are bracing themselves for a new era in the fight against the pandemic.
NYC Ensures COVID-19 Care And Services Stay Accessible As Federal Emergency Ends
Today marks a historic moment in New York City’s pandemic response as the federal public health emergency declaration for COVID-19 comes to a close.
2020 Vital Statistics Report Reveal Toll Of COVID-19 On NYkers And Life Expectancy
The Health Department today released its Annual Summary of Vital Statistics covering the year 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic wrought a terrible toll from Harlem to Hollis.
After Three Years, What Do We Really Know About COVID-19?
Remember March 2020? Cases of COVID-19 began to fill U.S. hospitals and there was more than a little fear of this new virus.
8th Annual Harlem Gymnastics Invitational Returns For The First Time Since COVID
The Wendy Hilliard Gymnastics Foundation (WHGF) will bring back the 8th Annual Harlem Gymnastics Invitational (HGI) from February 24 to 26, 2023.
Mayor Adams Announces COVID-19 Vaccination As An Option For City Workers
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that — more than 96 percent of city workers fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
NYC Health + Hospitals Now Offers Updated COVID Bivalent Shot For Children
NYC Health + Hospitals is now offering updated COVID-19 bivalent vaccines for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Postal Services From Harlem To Hawaii Are Distributing Free COVID-19 Tests Again
COVID-19 may have disappeared from the headlines but the coronavirus hasn’t gone away.
Health Department Issues Advisory As NYC Faces High Level Of COVID, RSV, Or The Flu
As New York City enters the holiday season, COVID-19 and other seasonal illnesses are seeing unusually high concurrent spikes.
Pfizer COVID Vaccine To Quadropule Price Hike To Drive Revenue, Rivals May Follow, Reuters Reports
Pfizer’s plan to as much as quadruple U.S. prices for its COVID-19 vaccine next year.
Seitu’s World: They Blasted Evil COVID, And Protected The Great Gotham City At Comic-Con 2022 At The Javits Center
On October 6-9, 2022, Seitu Oronde was at the family-friendly New York Comic-Con (NYCC) event at Javits Center, New York.
Hey Harlem, It’s One Appointment Two Shots – It’s Time To Get Your Flu Shot And Your COVID Booster
The Health Department is urging New Yorkers to roll up (both of) their sleeves to protect themselves against COVID-19 and the flu.