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New York City: What should we know about public health in your neighborhood?

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| July 30, 2024, 2:12pm UTC

Two people holding umbrellas outside on a hot and sunny day with a large brick apartment in the background. — People use umbrellas to shield themselves from the sun in New York City, where extreme heat is a public health issue. (Adam Gray / Getty Images)

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At Healthbeat, we want to report on the public health issues that matter most to New Yorkers.

Public health is the science of preventing disease and improving life at the population level. That means using evidence-based strategies to address problems in your neighborhood, your borough, and your city.

These issues are threaded through our lives — even though we might not always realize it.

How safe is the water that you drink, and the air that you breathe? Is there lead or mold in your apartment? Has there been a disease outbreak at your workplace or in your child’s school? Can you get health care when you need it? Are you worried about climate change?

We’re eager to get into issues like these — and others we don’t know about. Tell us: What should we know about public health in your community?

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