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
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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
Health Department And Harlem Health Partners Issue Neighborhood Health Initiative Report
The New York City Health Department’s Center for Health Equity and the Harlem Health Advocacy Partners (HHAP) today issued a report, “Launching a Neighborhood-Based Community Health Worker Initiative,” highlighting key health priorities of public housing residents living in five East and Central Harlem NYCHA developments.Continue reading
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
Many U.S. Black And Hispanic Children From Harlem To Hollywood Lack Mental Health Care
Black and Hispanic children and young adults with mental health issues are about half as likely as their white counterparts to get mental health care, according to a study out last week.Continue reading
Zika Virus, Fact vs. Fiction From Harlem To Hollis
Dr. Jotir A. Ramnarine
By now, just about everyone has heard of Zika virus. This mosquito-borne virus can be dangerous to women who are pregnant or are trying to become pregnant because it may cause birth defects. Continue reading
Rangel, Health Department And Others Support HIV And STD Screenings To All Patients From Harlem To Hollis
The Health Department today announced expanded services for its STD clinics, which will offer screening for HIV and sexually transmitted diseases to any patient. Continue reading
Health Department Reports First Baby Born With Zika-Related Microcephaly In NYC
The Health Department today reported the first baby delivered with Zika-related microcephaly at a hospital in New York City. The baby and mother are currently in care and being monitored by physicians. Continue reading
A National Weather Service Heat Advisory From Harlem To Hollis
The National Weather Service has issued a citywide for Friday, July 22 from 12:00 PM until Saturday, July 23 at 7:00 PM. Continue reading
Health Department Launches Campaign To Encourage Us To Drink Water And Aviod Surgery Beverages
The New York City Health Department today announced a new youth-centered advertising campaign to get New Yorkers from Harlem to Hollis drinking more of the City’s high quality tap water. Continue reading
Tips to Help You Find Passion in Your Job
Family? Gardening? Rock climbing?
Now think about where your job falls in your list of passions. For many, a job is just a means to an end – it provides money for an education, an SUV, a house and more.Continue reading