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Lawmakers Push Back as RFK Jr. Shakes Up Vaccine Advisory Panel

Lawmakers Push Back as RFK Jr. Shakes Up Vaccine Advisory Panel

The sudden dismissal of trusted vaccine advisors has sparked concern from lawmakers across party lines that RFK Jr.’s decision could reverse decades of progress in disease prevention and public health.
Health Department Launches Interactive Tool to Track Childhood Vaccination Gaps

Health Department Launches Interactive Tool to Track Childhood Vaccination Gaps

Interactive tool reveals disparities by borough, ZIP code, and race; only 65% of 2-year-olds fully vaccinated by age two
Summer Just Got Active With Free Sports for Brooklyn Kids

Summer Just Got Active With Free Sports for Brooklyn Kids

Registration is now open for free summer sports programs through the City Parks Foundation.
Free Meals Program For NYC Students Starts on June 27

Free Meals Program For NYC Students Starts on June 27

The Summer Meals Program is across New York City, and is free for anyone who's 18 years old or younger. Free meals can be found at public schools, pools, libraries and parks.
Step Into Summer With Brooklyn’s Hottest Afro-Dance And Wellness Classes

Step Into Summer With Brooklyn’s Hottest Afro-Dance And Wellness Classes

Check out all of the summer fitness classes at Bed-Stuy's AY WELL+FIT Studio.
Brooklyn Health Center Offers Immediate Access to LGBTQ+ Care

Brooklyn Health Center Offers Immediate Access to LGBTQ+ Care

Callen-Lorde Community Health Center rolled out same-day appointments at its Brooklyn facility on Tuesday, expanding options for LGBTQ+ individuals in need of timely services.
Advisory Board Seeks $1B to Revive SUNY Downstate

Advisory Board Seeks $1B to Revive SUNY Downstate

After threats of consolidation, an advisory board created to transform SUNY Downstate Medical Center said the state should use $1 billion to modernize the central Brooklyn hospital and preserve all inpatient and outpatient services.
Flooding is the Top Public Health Hazard For New Yorkers

Flooding is the Top Public Health Hazard For New Yorkers

Every five years, the city Health Department assesses and ranks public health hazards based on their likelihood, potential severity and the city’s readiness to respond. This year, flooding topped the list.
Seniors Groove on National Older Adult Health & Fitness Day

Seniors Groove on National Older Adult Health & Fitness Day

Thousands of seniors in New York City got their groove on in Foley Square in honor of National Older Adult Health and Fitness Day.
City to Spray For Mosquitoes

City to Spray For Mosquitoes

The New York City Health Department will begin spraying pesticides in Fresh Creek Park and Marine Park on June 2 to help prevent the risk of West Nile virus.