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Immigrant New Yorkers Overall Healthier Than U.S.-born Counterparts, New York City Health Department Study Finds

Immigrant New Yorkers Overall Healthier Than U.S.-born Counterparts, New York City Health Department Study Finds

On April 17, 2025, the Health Department released The Health of Immigrants in New York City, a new report that sheds light on the essential role immigrants play in shaping a healthier, more vibrant city—while also calling attention to the distinct health challenges many immigrant communities continue to face. Read the Health Department’s press release about this important…

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NYC Addresses Chronic Disease

NYC Addresses Chronic Disease

The NYC Health Department has released a new strategy to address the root causes of chronic diseases, which are the leading causes of death for New Yorkers. This comprehensive report, part of the HealthyNYC initiative, outlines a plan to reduce health inequities and promote healthier lives for all. Public-private partnerships will be critical in ensuring…

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Mayor Adams, Fund For Public Health NYC Announce Conference To Improve Black Maternal Health

Mayor Adams, Fund For Public Health NYC Announce Conference To Improve Black Maternal Health

Participants Will Discuss Ways to Improve Maternal Health to Protect Black Families and Babies in New York City Advances Adams Administration’s Goal in HealthyNYC to Reduce Black Maternal Mortality by 10 Percent by 2030 NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan…

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HealthyNYC – Extending the Lifespan of New Yorkers

HealthyNYC – Extending the Lifespan of New Yorkers

HealthyNYC” Aims to Increase Life Expectancy to 83 Years by 2030, Focuses on Reducing Chronic Disease, Overdose, Maternal Mortality Deaths, and More. The campaign sets ambitious targets to address the greatest drivers of premature death, including chronic and diet-related diseases, screenable cancers, overdose, suicide, maternal mortality, violence, and COVID-19.

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$1.6 Million Grant Will Increase Access to Early Intervention for Children with Developmental Delays and Disabilities

$1.6 Million Grant Will Increase Access to Early Intervention for Children with Developmental Delays and Disabilities

New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, in partnership with the Fund for Public Health in NYC, receives support from Robin Hood for enhancement to Early Intervention Program for babies and toddlers October 21, 2021 —The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is undertaking a project to help increase the…

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