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Is Social Distancing Unraveling the Bonds That Keep Society Together?

Is Social Distancing Unraveling the Bonds That Keep Society Together?

Social distancing is vital to combating COVID-19. But is it unraveling the social bonds that keep society together?
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Vaccination Linked to Reductions in Hospitalizations and Death of NY Seniors: New Report

A U.S. Department of Health and Human Services report shows COVID-19 vaccinations may have helped prevent roughly 16,000 new COVID-19 infections in seniors in New York
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Health Care Worker Burnout Widespread in Public Hospitals, Kings County Physician Testifies

NYU Langone-Brooklyn helps its staff alleviate stress and frustration through mindfulness training and other self-care practices.
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Free COVID-19, Flu Vaccines Available at Brownsville Health Fair This Saturday

Free COVID-19, Flu Vaccines Available at Brownsville Health Fair This Saturday

EmblemHealth is holding the first in its series of health fairs this Saturday in Brownsville
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More Than 20% of Brooklyn Hospital Workers Remain Unvaccinated Despite Mandate

Unvaccinated hospital workers are facing termination due to the State’s vaccine mandate
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SNAP Benefits Are Rising for Millions of Americans, Thanks to a Long-Overdue ‘Thrifty Food Plan’ Update

SNAP Benefits Are Rising for Millions of Americans, Thanks to a Long-Overdue ‘Thrifty Food Plan’ Update

The U.S. Department of Agriculture adjusts Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program benefits to reflect changes in food prices once a year.
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Dr. Mary T. Bassett Appointed Commissioner of the Department of Health

Bassett previously served at the New York City Health Commissioner from 2014-2018
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Sunset Park Gets $24M Healthcare Investment

Sunset Park Gets $24M Healthcare Investment

The Family Health Centers at NYU Langone in Sunset Park received the funding from the Biden administration’s American Rescue Plan
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Broadway Junction Hosts Pop-Up Vaccination Site

Broadway Junction Hosts Pop-Up Vaccination Site

Broadway Junction and the Bronx’s E. 180 St subway stations will be offering no appointment vaccine appointments
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Traditional Ceramic Food and Drink Ware May Contain Lead, Health Dept. Warns

Traditional Ceramic Food and Drink Ware May Contain Lead, Health Dept. Warns

Fifteen recent cases of lead poisoning have been linked with traditional ceramic ware
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