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Lead Testing for NYC School Water Systems Inefficient; Brooklyn Most Affected: Report

Lead Testing for NYC School Water Systems Inefficient; Brooklyn Most Affected: Report

A new audit from Comptroller Scott Stringer calls out the Department of Education for its inability to test and repair water fixtures in a timely manner.
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The Neuroscience Behind Why Your Brain May Need Time to Adjust to ‘Un-Social Distancing’

The Neuroscience Behind Why Your Brain May Need Time to Adjust to ‘Un-Social Distancing’

With COVID-19 vaccines working and restrictions lifting across the country, it’s time for those now vaccinated to reemerge from their Netflix caves.
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Can People Vaccinated Against COVID-19 Still Spread the Coronavirus?

Can People Vaccinated Against COVID-19 Still Spread the Coronavirus?

Vaccines can be great at preventing you from getting sick, while at the same time not necessarily stopping you from getting infected or spreading the germ.
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Extreme Heat Hits New York City, Heat Advisory in Place

Extreme Heat Hits New York City, Heat Advisory in Place

A heat advisory from the National Weather Service is in effect for Monday and Tuesday
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Brooklyn Photographer Brings Attention to NF, the "Invisible Disease"

Brooklyn Photographer Brings Attention to NF, the "Invisible Disease"

Craig Warga photographed the "Make NF Visible" campaign, featuring his son, Aiden, who has lived with neurofibromatosis for 14 years.
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Dream for a Bushwick Block: Four Gardens United, Stronger Together

Four green spaces on Grove, Goodwin and Greene in Bushwick are strengthening their bonds for a better future
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Millions Are Rejecting One of Humanity’s Best Weapons for Saving Lives: Vaccines

Millions Are Rejecting One of Humanity’s Best Weapons for Saving Lives: Vaccines

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Bed-Stuy Raises $11K to Transform 'Underused Gem' Jackie Robinson Park for the Summer

Bed-Stuy Raises $11K to Transform 'Underused Gem' Jackie Robinson Park for the Summer

Bed-Stuy came together, donating more than what was asked to provide free programming at Jackie Robinson Park Playground this summer
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Pandemic Misery Index Reveals Far-Reaching Impact of COVID-19 on American Lives, Especially on Blacks and Latinos

Pandemic Misery Index Reveals Far-Reaching Impact of COVID-19 on American Lives, Especially on Blacks and Latinos

With more than 30 million people infected and 550,000 dead, the U.S. is among the nations hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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City Launches Block Parties for Teens in an Effort to Increase Vaccination

As NYC Youth Vax Week continues, community leaders are encouraging youth and parents to remain informed about the vaccine and get vaccinated.
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