New York
Leading pedestrian intervals, or traffic light sequences that give pedestrians a head start, significantly lowered the risk of injury in a study of 6,000 intersections in New York City.
New York state reports first West Nile virus cases of the season. In New York City, wastewater shows Covid is on the rise.
The club served middle school students who often take on adult responsibilities at home, like meal preparation.
Recent rainfall has revealed New York City's vulnerability to flooding. New Jersey has reported a measles case. Tick bites remain high in the Northeast. And some mosquitoes in New York City have tested positive for West Nile virus. Here's how to protect yourself.
The Lifestyle Medicine Program delivers free boxes of fresh fruits and vegetables to patients' homes and offers help with exercise, sleep, and stress.
Lack of social connection can have serious health effects on older adults. India Home's co-living apartments match seniors who share diets, language and culture.
Studies have consistently found that some artificial food colorings can make some children hyperactive, inattentive, and irritable. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the FDA to request that food producers phase out the dyes, but compliance is voluntary.
SNAP-Ed, which funds nutrition programs across New York City, will expire Sept. 30. Without it, families may have less fresh produce — and advocates worry about increased child hunger.
President Donald Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' cuts $1 trillion from Medicaid and reshapes the Affordable Care Act marketplace. Your Local Epidemiologist NY shares the action you can still take.
A state health initiative positions food and nutrition as essential health supports beyond the traditional clinical setting, recognizing that medical care can happen in the community, too.
Doula coverage across New York City increased 25% from 2022 to 2024, and underserved neighborhoods saw investments in care.
Research shows that women who spend time in nature have healthier pregnancies. It's especially vital for Black women, who have a higher maternal mortality rate.
Democratic AGs are challenging the Trump administration’s cuts to $1 billion in federal funding for school mental health services created in response to school shootings.
'We will continue to serve halal and vegetarian meals, and run our regular activities because we are committed to our core mission,' said Vasundhara Kalasapudi, executive director of India Home.
The New York Retirement and Disability Research Center analyzed barriers to access, including discrimination encountered by older LGBTQ+ adults, obstacles facing older Asian Americans, and the impacts of cash pay on retirement security, particularly among Latino workers.
A new dashboard from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene offers a detailed view of vaccine coverage across the city.
Volunteers with Queer Disability Aid – who are living with disabilities themselves – provide help calling doctors, pet sitting, raising funds for mobility supports, grocery shopping, laundry, and other errands.
Zohran Mamdani's health proposals, a win for Medicare recipients, and low Covid levels round out this week's dose of health news.
Studies show that in non-air-conditioned residential buildings, 'cool roofs' can lower maximum indoor temperatures by 2.2 to 5.9°F.
An extreme heat warning was in effect for New York City on Tuesday. As summers get hotter, high temperatures are an increasingly dangerous public health threat.