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Lyft Launches Program to Improve Fresh Food Access in Brownsville

The initiative provides discounted rides to local families who don’t live near full-service grocery stores and farmers' markets
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Health Department to Hold Trauma Forums in Wake of Brownsville Mass Shooting

Health Department to Hold Trauma Forums in Wake of Brownsville Mass Shooting

The forums are designed to give residents an opportunity to explore strategies for individual- and community-centered healing.
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Brooklyn Hospitals Receive National Awards for Heart Disease Care

Brooklyn Hospitals Receive National Awards for Heart Disease Care

The American Heart Association recognized Woodhull Hospital and Kings County Hospital for their commitment to helping patients managing heart disease
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Kings County Hospital 'Sip and Paint' Event Celebrates Benefits of Breastfeeding

Kings County Hospital 'Sip and Paint' Event Celebrates Benefits of Breastfeeding

Despite its many benefits, there is still much work to be done to promote breastfeeding among new moms
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During World Breastfeeding Month, Brookdale Hospital Helps New Moms 'Express' Themselves

During World Breastfeeding Month, Brookdale Hospital Helps New Moms 'Express' Themselves

Brookdale is about to be "Baby-Friendly" in a big way!
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Bklyn Hospitals, Health Centers Launch Diabetes Management Program

Bklyn Hospitals, Health Centers Launch Diabetes Management Program

Several NYC Health + Hospitals locations are expanding their services to empower diabetes patients
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New Health Hub Brings Primary and Specialty Care to East NY

New Health Hub Brings Primary and Specialty Care to East NY

The 75,000-square-foot center also provides East Brooklynites with an array of wellness and social programs
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‘Bed-Stuy Sings the Blues’ Explores How Jazz Benefits Mental Health

‘Bed-Stuy Sings the Blues’ Explores How Jazz Benefits Mental Health

Cornegy is gathering the community for discussions, live music performances and resources to destigmatize mental health care in his district
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Report Finds Millions of Children Still Go Hungry, Despite Summer Meals Program

Report Finds Millions of Children Still Go Hungry, Despite Summer Meals Program

Some say miscommunication is possible cause for participation gap in NYC
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City Program 'Prescribes' Fresh Produce to Low-Income New Yorkers with High Blood Pressure

City Program 'Prescribes' Fresh Produce to Low-Income New Yorkers with High Blood Pressure

The program issues Health Bucks coupons to SNAP recipients which they can exchange for veggies and fruits at a nearby farmers' market
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