OP-Ed: How The Proposed “Trumpcare” May Affect Medicare
By Richard Robinson
The answer to the question “How Might Trumpcare Affect Medicare?” appears to depend on who is weighing in and the possible impact it will have for American citizens both those who are retired and perhaps more importantly for those who are currently still in the workforce.Continue reading
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NYC Health + Hospitals Launches Women’s Digital Health Services Campaign
NYC Health + Hospitals is launching a digital campaign today to reassure New York City women of the wide range of health services available to them, regardless of immigration status or ability to pay. Continue reading
Harlem Congressman Adriano Espaillat Slams GOP’s ‘Pay More For Less’ Trumpcare
Congressman Adriano Espaillat slammed Republicans ‘Pay More For Less’ repeal bill after the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released a report detailing the consequences of the GOP plan.Continue reading
Simple Ways A Harlemite Can Improve Their Health Every Day
By Mike Robinson
As a Harlemite, you may love the city’s high-energy environment, the great job opportunities, access to some of the best restaurants in the country, exceptional culture and more. Continue reading
Funding Available For Residential Building Owners Seeking To Prevent Health Hazards
The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) remind building owners of free federal grants available to correct health hazards in buildings constructed before 1960.Continue reading
How To Make Sure Your Children Have Healthy Teeth
Practicing good dental habits is important for children to protect their teeth from decay. You should start early, when your baby is an infant.Continue reading
Tips For Controlling “The Silent Killer” — High Blood Pressure
The number one misconception among patients with high blood pressure is that they don’t feel sick. That’s why high blood pressure or hypertension is commonly known as the silent killer — you don’t have to feel anything to be affected.Continue reading
Reporter Helps Homeless Harlem Woman With Housing, Surgery Needs
We have reported in the past about PIX 11's news Monica Morales in helping residents with some kind of problem in Harlem. Continue reading
Invitation To Attend Health Of Our Nation Community Town Hall
Please join Rep. Adriano Espaillat on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. for the Health of Our Nation: From National Security to the ACA community town hall. Continue reading
Op-Ed: Last Day For Health Insurance Open Enrollment Under The Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)
A few weeks ago I met a man from the South Bronx named Wellington. He was diagnosed with cancer and lost his health insurance. Continue reading
Harlem’s Teyana Taylor’s Dance Workout Will Inspire You For The New Year (Video)
If you thought that hotel rooms were no place for your dance workouts, Harlem lady Teyana Taylor is here to change your mind and blow you away with her moves. Continue reading
HW Pick: NY Medical Cannabis Orgs Talk “The Compassionate Care Act: Where Are We Now 1 Year Later?”
Join the Cannabis Cultural Association (CCA) as they kick-off the New Year with "The Compassionate Care Act: Where Are We Now 1 Year Later?"Continue reading
Inwood Residents Share Apartments With Rats, Mice, Bed Bugs (Video)
ABC New York reported that tenants in one Inwood complex say they are living a nightmare, with the rats, roaches and bed bugs crawling through several apartments just the beginning of the unsanitary and unsafe conditions under which they claim they are being forced to live.Continue reading
Know The Symptoms, Get Help, Be Proactive During Mental Wellness Month From Harlem To Hollis
In recognition of Mental Wellness Month (January), NYC Health + Hospitals reminds New Yorkers that depression is a common illness that can be assessed by a primary care physician. Continue reading
