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Older New Yorkers, join @NYCMayor @NYCAging @NYCHealthy for the 9/26 Healthy Aging Fair! @AsphaltGreen Register for wellness workshops, activities & more! on.nyc.gov/3WTQ7qf #HealthyAging #NYCAging

It's #StandUpToCancerDay! Today we honor all those who have battled this terrible disease and celebrate the progress made in research and treatment. Let's stand together in hope and determination to conquer cancer once and for all. #Hope #CancerAwareness @SU2C

.@NYHealthCommish: “Raising awareness about the seriousness of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome will encourage research into more effective treatment for this condition and validates the very real struggles affecting people with PCOS.” health.ny.gov/press/releases…

Our streets and intersections should be safe no matter where you are in our city, and we're doubling down on that during the school year. Daylighting will ensure our most vulnerable New Yorkers safely get to school and back home to their families: pix11.com/news/morning/d…

Is your family getting ready to welcome a baby? Our New Family Home Visits Program offers support to new and expectant parents, including: 💜 Breastfeeding support 💜 Access to a nurse or doula 💜 Safe sleep education Learn more: on.nyc.gov/NewFamilyVisits

Did you know NYC Health + Hospitals offers 60% of NYC's behavioral health care? Our 3-year plan enhances inpatient, outpatient, and special population services. Learn more about our impact: bit.ly/3XcBOP3

West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes in all five boroughs of NYC With peak mosquito season here, all New Yorkers should take precautions to avoid mosquito bites. See the latest data on our map: on.nyc.gov/mosquitomap

Stay ahead of tick season this year! Protect yourself and your loved ones with these Tick Tips! For more information on how to protect yourself, visit on.nyc.gov/3RhAbMd

Let’s become #amplifiers4mhc! @nychealthy's planned MHC aims to improve maternal health outcomes for Black women and birthing people by providing a coordinated and comprehensive implementation of maternal health services. Be an #Amplifier4MHC: buff.ly/4b8gaQs

This #PrideMonth, 18 NYC Health + Hospitals facilities announced their “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader” designation from @HRC. The designation was awarded in the 16th iteration of HRC’s Healthcare Equality Index. on.nyc.gov/3Ks8BYY

To reduce mosquito activity and the risk of West Nile virus, we will conduct our first aerial larviciding treatment of the season to areas of the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island from Friday, June 7 and Monday, June 10 to Tuesday, June 11: on.nyc.gov/3Vt8YIU

Happy #ImmigrantHeritageMonth, where we celebrate immigrants and their contributions to our country. In New York City, you may be eligible for NYC Care, regardless of ones’ immigration status or ability to pay: on.nyc.gov/31TNbg1 #ImmigrantsBelongHere #SupportNotFear

NYC bringing mental health support to parks! A @nycHealthy poll found half of those needing mental health support didn't know where or how to get it. FPHNYC is glad to help bring mental health services to New Yorkers in all settings 🗽🧠❤️ Full video: bit.ly/3V6Q9df

Canned fruits and vegetables are convenient, nutritious and can be cheaper than fresh options. Here are some tips for choosing healthier canned goods. Learn more: on.nyc.gov/3M7nel2

In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, our staff share what being AANHPI means to them. Watch ⬇️ #AANHPIHeritageMonth

Celebrating our incredible nurses during #NationalNursesWeek!

A big update to Medicaid began in 2024 for NY: more people aged 65 and older may now qualify for health insurance. This means that many New Yorkers who used to only qualify for Emergency Medicaid may now qualify for regular Medicaid. Learn more at nyc.gov/ExpandedMedica…

Happy #EarthDay, NYC! Today we released our NYC Community Air Survey report. Citywide, annual average levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) declined by 46% between 2009 and 2022. Learn more about air quality in NYC: nyc.gov/health/nyccasr…

#BlackMaternalHealthWeek is Here! 🎉🤰 We're starting strong with a fireside chat from our recent convening, featuring a panel discussion of community and subject matter experts. #NYC4MHC #HealthyNYC #BMHW24 @nycHealthy 🎬➡️Full Video w/ Captions here: youtu.be/IA-iZkoOKuA

In the U.S., Black women are three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than white women. During Black Maternal Health Week, April 11-17, let’s commit to raising awareness and inspiring action to tackle the inequities in our maternal health care system. #BMHW24