Healthy Guru, the much anticipated annual fitness, fashion and wellness event of the fall, took place at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York City on Saturday, October 22nd, 2016. Continue reading
New Yorkers From Harlem To Hollis Are Cycling More, And They’re Healthier For It
The Health Department today released an Epi Data Brief entitled, “Cycling in New York City, 2007 to 2014.” The most recent data for NYC adults and high school students show more New Yorkers are riding bicycles. Continue reading
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Interview: Dr. Dave Chokshi Talks Screenings During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it serves as an annual reminder of the importance of living a healthy lifestyle in Harlem to reduce the risk of getting breast cancer. Continue reading
Harlem’s Northside Center Among Recipients Of The Joan H. Tisch Prize For Excellence
Hunter College President Jennifer J. Raab announced the three recipients of the sixth annual Joan H. Tisch Community Health Prize, citing their contributions to improving quality of life for senior citizens, providing medical care to previously incarcerated individuals as they return to the community, and child advocacy.Continue reading
Collette Henry: My Journey With Brain Cancer (Part 1)
By Collette Henry
In hearing about the many people who have cancer, it never felt so real until I was diagnosed with brain cancer.Continue reading
Health And Higher Ed Diversity Award Goes To Touro
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine Harlem (TouroCOM) received the 2016 Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education.Continue reading
NY City Council Funds Amida Care’s Consumer Workforce Initiative
The New York City Council led by Harlem New York City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito has allocated $200,000 under the End the Epidemic budget to fund Amida Care’s Consumer Workforce Initiative program. Continue reading
Parent Workshops On Dating Violence Prevention And Healthy Relationship In Harlem
Throughout September, EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care Harlem will host “Parent Workshops on Dating Violence Prevention and Healthy Relationships,” to raise awareness about ways to combat domestic violence — a program delivered by the New York City Mayor’s Office.Continue reading
Morningside Park’s Down To Earth Farmers Market In Harlem NY
Join this great market hosted by the Friends of Morningside Park at the Morningside Park Farmers Market kicks in again since March and is ongoing in Harlem.Continue reading
Expert Health Tips For The New School Year From Harlem To Hollis
The new school year is a reminder for parents to make sure their children are up to date with annual physicals, immunizations, and other wellness support.Continue reading
Brewer And Others Recognize Harlem Store Owners For Participating In Shop Healthy NYC
The Health Department’s Center for Health Equity and the East and Central Harlem District Public Health Office (DPHO) today joined New York State Senator Jose M. Serrano and Manhattan Borough President Gale A. Brewer outside Wild Olive Market, in East Harlem, to recognize store owners in the community for participating in Shop Healthy NYC. Continue reading
New Season Of Iyanla: Fix My Life Tackles The Myth Of The Angry Black Woman
By Eartha Watts-Hicks, Editor-In-Chief
When life hands anyone a traumatic experience, anger of some form is understandable. When anger and discontent is expressed by a black woman, she is labeled an “Angry Black Woman.”Continue reading
New Cases Of Legionnaires Disease Confirmed In Harlem
A spokesman for the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has confirmed they are investigating two cases of Legionnaires disease at the Rangel Houses in Harlem.Continue reading
9 Rules Of Brain Healthy Eating From Harlem To Harare
By Dr. Daniel Amen Harlem is one of the food capital's in the United States, “If you are going to eat right to think right, it is critical to make sure your food is loaded with proper nutrients that your body is able to properly digest.” Continue reading
Come On Harlem, Be Your Best At The Under Armour “It Comes From Below” Event (Video)
Get ready Harlem runners, because today, Under Armour (UA) unveiled the latest chapter in its global marketing campaign, "It Comes From Below™," which emphasizes skilled footwork and innovative footwear as critical components to every athlete's training. Continue reading