Health

Staten Island Faces Measles Vaccination Challenge

News Summary Staten Island has the lowest measles vaccination rates in NYC, with no ZIP code exceeding 74%. Public health…

2 weeks ago

Surge in Bird Flu Cases in NYC Live Markets Raises Alarm

News Summary New York City is facing a serious increase in bird flu cases linked to its live markets, with…

2 weeks ago

Increasing Numbers of Defendants Found Mentally Unfit to Stand Trial in NYC

News Summary New York City is facing a growing crisis as more defendants are being declared mentally unfit to stand…

2 weeks ago

New York City Tackles Class Size Reduction in Public Schools

News Summary New York City is embarking on an initiative to comply with a new state law aimed at reducing…

3 weeks ago

Brooklyn Bids Farewell to Nona Faustine, Trailblazing Artist

News Summary The art world mourns the loss of Nona Faustine, a renowned artist and photographer known for her powerful…

3 weeks ago

Governor Hochul’s Mask Restrictions Meet Democratic Resistance

News Summary New York Governor Kathy Hochul is facing pushback from fellow Democrats regarding her proposed mask-wearing restrictions amid concerns…

3 weeks ago

New York City Faces Public Health Crisis Amid Budget Cuts

News Summary New York State is grappling with a public health crisis as the Health Department faces significant budget cuts,…

3 weeks ago

New York’s Climate Ambitions Challenged in Court

News Summary Four environmental and climate justice groups have filed a lawsuit against New York State, accusing it of failing…

3 weeks ago