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Flu Rates Rise Across Brooklyn as NYC Cases Surge

Flu Rates Rise Across Brooklyn as NYC Cases Surge

Brooklyn is among the areas drawing attention in New York City's latest flu surveillance report, with Borough Park recording the highest neighborhood rate.
New York City Makes Syringe Redemption Program Permanent

New York City Makes Syringe Redemption Program Permanent

Efforts to reduce syringe litter across New York City will continue following the permanent extension of a community collection program.
“SEND NUDES” Posters in Brooklyn Are a Breast Cancer Campaign

“SEND NUDES” Posters in Brooklyn Are a Breast Cancer Campaign

Women-led NYC agency seeks to empower a new generation of women as breast cancer more commonly affects women under 50.
Healthy Eating Grant Targets Brooklyn Food Insecurity

Healthy Eating Grant Targets Brooklyn Food Insecurity

Local organizations will receive an opportunity to strengthen community health initiatives through funding for nutrition workshops, culinary education and food equity programs.
Mayor Mamdani, NYC Health + Hospitals Announce New Bridge to Home Facility in Brooklyn

Mayor Mamdani, NYC Health + Hospitals Announce New Bridge to Home Facility in Brooklyn

The second Bridge to Home site expands program to serve New Yorkers with mental illnesses private rooms and support.
South Brooklyn Health Launches New Bedside Recreation Program

South Brooklyn Health Launches New Bedside Recreation Program

Patients at South Brooklyn Health can now take part in creative activities, games and health education without leaving their hospital rooms.
Maimonides Midwood Launches Robotic Surgery Program

Maimonides Midwood Launches Robotic Surgery Program

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Phoenix House Launches Mobile Addiction Recovery Services in Brooklyn

Phoenix House Launches Mobile Addiction Recovery Services in Brooklyn

To fight the overdose crisis, Phoenix House's new Neighborhood Outreach Wellness (NOW) van will bring recovery resources, peer support, education, Narcan training, harm reduction and engagement services directly to communities across Brooklyn
Crown Heights Wellness Event Raises Mental Health Awareness

Crown Heights Wellness Event Raises Mental Health Awareness

Brooklyn residents left a Crown Heights wellness gathering with greater access to mental health resources and information about early intervention.
Travel Advisory: Nor’easter Storm Tracks Closer to New York City

Travel Advisory: Nor’easter Storm Tracks Closer to New York City

Mayor Mamdani, Gov. Hochul issue warnings as the National Weather Service updates the storm’s expected track.