The New York City Health Department (Department) submits this report pursuant to Local Law 37 of 2005, as amended by Local Law 56 of 2021, which requires the Department to report annually on changes to certain lists of pesticides.
This report presents data from Relay, a peer-led nonfatal overdose response system implemented in 2017 to engage individuals during an ED visit for a suspected opioid overdose. Using a harm reduction approach, Relay Wellness Advocates responded to over 2,700 suspected nonfatal overdoses in 2021.
Pursuant to Local Law 54 of 2017, this report includes the most recently available data regarding commonly used contraceptive methods for adults and high school students.
This report was developed by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and provides surveillance data and summaries of viral hepatitis program activities from January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2021. This report is required pursuant to Local Law 43 of 2015.
In accordance with the New York City Administrative Code §17-1001 (as amended by Local Law No. 19 of 2005), this report summarizes the Prescription Drug Discount Card Program, known as BigAppleRx. This report includes the period January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2021.