NYC Health Department Recognizes Colon Cancer Awareness Month

The NYC Health Department announced today that New York City’s colon cancer screening rate increased by 66 percent in the last decade. Despite colon cancer being one of the most preventable cancers, it is the second deadliest cancer, killing more than 1,300 New Yorkers in 2013. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select…

NYC Health Department Smoking Pregnancy Trends From Harlem To Hollis

The Health Department today released a new report on New York City (NYC) smoking trends before, during, and after pregnancy. Smoking during pregnancy has well known harmful effects that include premature birth and an elevated risk of certain birth defects. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine…

NYC Health Department Reports Breastfeeding Disparities

In recognition of National Breastfeeding Month and Black Breastfeeding Week, the Health Department released new data on breastfeeding trends in New York City. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact…

Mayor Adams And NYC Health Fund Team Up To Boost Black Mom Health

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan today announcement. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact…

NYC Health + Hospitals Helps 1,100+ Patients With Medical Respite

NYC Health + Hospitals today announced that more than 1,100 patients participated in the medical respite program. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank.By…

NYC Health + Hospitals’ Andrea G. Cohen, JD, Honored As A ‘2024 Notable General Counsel’ By Crain’s

NYC Health + Hospitals today announced that Andrea (Andy) G. Cohen, JD, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Labor Relations Officer to the health system was honored by Crain’s ‘2024 Notable General Counsels’ recognition list. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would…

NYC Health + Hospital Recognized For High-Quality Diabetes Care

NYC Health + Hospitals today announced all 11 of its hospitals and seven of its Gotham Health primary cares sites were recognized by the American Heart Association for their work in helping patients manage their diabetes.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would…