Health & Wellness

New Data Shows COVID-19 Disproportionately Killing Black and Hispanic New Yorkers

NYC preliminary data showing Black and Hispanic communities have much higher death rates than any other racial group

Apr 8, 2020 3:23 PM Read more >

'The Microbiome Doctor' Shares Top-Three Immune Boosting Tips for Fighting COVID-19

Dr. Raphael Kellman shares with BK Reader holistic advice on strengthening our immune systems

Apr 8, 2020 1:07 PM Read more >

Free Meals Available for All New Yorkers at These Locations

More than 400 meal hubs offering three square meals a day

Apr 7, 2020 4:16 PM Read more >

What's Going on Inside the ER at Brookdale Hospital, in the Time of Coronavirus?

In an exclusive interview, Dr. Sandra Scott, chair of the emergency department at Brookdale, gives us the latest

Mar 26, 2020 4:16 PM Read more >

NY State Passes Paid Sick Leave Bill

If your employment status has been effected by the coronavirus crisis, here's what you should do

Mar 21, 2020 11:23 AM Read more >

New Telemedicine Center in Brooklyn Opens to Facilitate Pre-Screening for Covid-19

A new outpost at Brooklyn Hospital Center is offering a way to potentially pre-screen for coronavirus through live video conferencing

Mar 19, 2020 7:02 PM Read more >

What to do if You Think You Have Coronavirus in Brooklyn

Testing has increased in NYC by 5,000 people per day – here is what to if you think you need a test for the novel coronavirus.

Mar 19, 2020 3:23 PM Read more >

For Artists and Creatives, Here's a Guide to Staying Afloat During Covid-19

Brooklyn Arts Council got together and organized a digital booklet of resources for artists in Brooklyn

Mar 17, 2020 4:27 AM Read more >

Read NYC Mayor's Full, Official Emergency Executive Order, Response to Coronavirus

The order went into effect on Monday, March 16

Mar 17, 2020 4:27 AM Read more >

New Referral Program, Led by RiseBoro, Aims to Address Food Insecurity in the Borough

Bilingual service makes face-to-face referrals to all the programs residents probably never knew existed.

Mar 13, 2020 3:57 PM Read more >