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Health Department Launches “Here For You” Campaign From Harlem To Hollis
The Health Department today launched a new bilingual campaign for parents of children age birth to 5 called “Here for You,” from Harlem to Hollis for all NY'ers.Continue reading
Health Department Calls On FDA To End Blood Donations Restriction On Men Who Have Sex With Men
Health Department Awards Washington Heights Organization And Others For Community Development
The Health Department and the Fund for Public Health in New York today announced the release of $400,000 in grants to eight community-based organizations in neighborhoods across the city as part of Take Care New York (TCNY) 2020.Continue reading
Syphilis Cases Increasing Among Women Of Childbearing Age From Harlem To Hollis
The Health Department is issuing a Health Alert today to providers that emphasizes the importance of testing pregnant women for syphilis as infection rates rise in New York City (NYC). Continue reading
Health Department Reminds Harlemites And Others To Stay Safe And Tips For This July 4th
As Fourth of July celebrations begin this weekend, the Health Department reminds all New Yorkers about the dangers of fireworks and how to enjoy the holiday safely. Continue reading
Health Department Awards $225k For East Harlem Community Projects
Health Department Began Enforcement Of The Sodium Warning Rule
The Health Department today began citywide enforcement of the sodium warning rule requiring chain restaurants to identify menu items high in sodium. Continue reading
Health Department Reminds Harlemites And Others About Excessive Drinking
As the summer season begins this Memorial Day, the Health Department reminds all New Yorkers about the risks of excessive alcohol drinking.Continue reading
Harlem Council Member Levine And Health Department “Know Before You Go” Free Text Alert Service
With Memorial Day weekend approaching, the Health Department is reminding beachgoers to sign up for the Health Department’s “Know Before You Go” free text alert service. Continue reading
Health Department Unveils STD Awareness Month Digital Ad Campaign
In recognition of STD Awareness Month, the Health Department today unveiled a new social media ad campaign that will run until late May. Continue reading
Health Department Today Launched The “Quitting is Hard, Cancer is Harder” Campaign
The Health Department today launched the “Quitting is Hard, Cancer is Harder” campaign, featuring Chris, a New Yorker, former smoker, and stage 4 lung cancer survivor. Chris was diagnosed at 39, when he discovered a lump in his neck. Continue reading
NYC Health Dept Warns About Lead And Mercury In Emperor’s Tea Pill
The Health Department today warned New York City residents about a Chinese herbal dietary supplement known as Emperor’s Tea Pill. The product, which can be purchased over the counter from Harlem to Hollis in New York, can cause serious adverse health effects. Continue reading
Health Department Updates Guidance On Zika Virus Prevention
Today the City’s Health Department updated its guidance for New Yorkers (from Harlem to Hollis) regarding prevention of the Zika virus. Our main message remains: pregnant women or those considering becoming pregnant should postpone travel to affected countries.Continue reading