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First Lady Chirlane McCray Takes on Mental Health Under COVID, in Communities of Color

As we emerge from the worst of the pandemic, mental health amongst NYC's most vulnerable becomes a priority
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Cuomo Says New York City Could Enter Phase 2 on Monday, but de Blasio Not So Keen

Phase 2 would see the reopening of hair salons, retail stores and the start of outdoor dining at restaurants
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'Come Break Bread With Us' Initiative Feeds the Hungry in East Flatbush

'Come Break Bread With Us' Initiative Feeds the Hungry in East Flatbush

Black Lives Matter Brooklyn President Anthony Beckford hasn’t forgotten the communities experiencing the devastating effects of the coronavirus pandemic
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The Week in Covid-19 (6/5/20): Brooklyn, Here's Everything You Need to Know so Far

The Week in Covid-19 (6/5/20): Brooklyn, Here's Everything You Need to Know so Far

This week, New York City saw its first day without any confirmed deaths due to the coronavirus
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New Medical Facility in Brownsville Will Provide Free COVID-19 And Antibody Testing

New Medical Facility in Brownsville Will Provide Free COVID-19 And Antibody Testing

The Doral Health & Wellness medical facility will hold its grand opening on Monday, June 1.
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NYC Mayor Pleads with Residents for More Blood Donations

NYC Mayor Pleads with Residents for More Blood Donations

Blood donation mobile sites are reopening across the city. But will citizens show up?
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The Week in Covid-19 (5/15/20): Brooklyn, Here's Everything You Need to Know so Far

Mayor Bill de Blasio continues to add testing sites; says city is on target to reach 20,000 test per day by May 25 
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Why Children in NYC are Suddenly Showing Signs of COVID-19: The Facts

Why Children in NYC are Suddenly Showing Signs of COVID-19: The Facts

Here's what you should know about COVID-19 and Pediatric Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome (PMIS)
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Free COVID-19 Antibody Testing is Coming to East New York

Free COVID-19 Antibody Testing is Coming to East New York

In an effort to get 140,000 people tested, free COVID-19 antibody testing starts next week in five neighborhoods including East New York
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With Limited COVID-19 Testing Sites Available, Brooklynites Are Looking Outside the Borough

With Limited COVID-19 Testing Sites Available, Brooklynites Are Looking Outside the Borough

Dr. Mason Pimsler says many former patients from his time at Brookdale Hospital have followed him out to Long Island to get tested
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