This report identifies characteristics of those affected by a disability in NYC and how disability impacts their lives. It also addresses the chronic health conditions that are associated with a disability. Finally, the report features recommendations for health care providers on addressing the multiple needs of this population and for community-based organizations on providing supportive services for these individuals.
Annual report by the Child Fatality Review Advisory Team (created by local law 115 in 2006) presenting a 10-year retrospective review of fatal injuries among children and youth aged 0-17.
Annual report on DOHMH's Integrated Pest Management activities and the evolving pest control practices of several agencies, as required by Local Law 37 of 2005.
The 2006 Annual Summary presents data on 2006 vital events including births, deaths and spontaneous and induced
terminations of pregnancy, in New York City (NYC). These data, compiled by the Office of Vital Statistics, are derived
from vital event certificates filed with the Office of Vital Records at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
(DOHMH).
In accordance with Local Law 37 of 2005, DOHMH reports on changes to pesticides listed by the EPA as carcinogens or toxins and list of the amount of these pesticides used by NYC Agency usage.
In accordance with Local Law 14, this report provides number of inspections conducted; permits or licenses revoked by DOHMH of child care services annually.
This report presents trends in attempted suicides and describes the burden of suicidal thoughts and behaviors among youth. It also highlights how mental health issues vary across sex, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, and risk behaviors. Finally, it features recommendations on how to improve mental health awareness for health care providers, school staff and officials, as well as parents and teens themselves.
Directive #1 is a DOHMH review of internal controls submitted annually to the NYC Comptroller, which includes a financial integrity statement and a series of completed checklists.
Annual report by the Child Fatality Review Advisory Team (created by local law 115 in 2006) presenting a 10-year retrospective review of fatal injuries among children and youth aged 0-17.
In accordance with Local Law 54 of 2007, pesticides applied by or on behalf of City agencies on city owned or leased properties must be reported to DOHMH, and summarized by DOHMH annually.
This report presents new information on past-year HIV testing in New York City. It examines testing rates by borough and high-risk groups, and investigates which patients are more likely to have a doctor recommend an HIV test. Based on these findings, recommendations for increasing HIV testing are featured in this report.
This report outlines the locations and quantities of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in New York City required by Local Law 20 of 2005, as well as other registered AEDs, and looks closely at city agency compliance with the provisions of the law.
The 2007 Annual Summary presents data of vital events in 2007, including births, deaths and spontaneous and induced terminations of pregnancy. This data, compiled by the Office of Vital Statistics, is derived from vital event certificates filed with the Office of Vital Records at the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).
Annual report on DOHMH's Integrated Pest Management activities and the evolving pest control practices of several agencies, as required by Local Law 37 of 2005.
In accordance with Local Law 37 of 2005, DOHMH reports on changes to pesticides listed by the EPA as carcinogens or toxins and list of the amount of these pesticides used by NYC Agency usage.
Directive #1 is a DOHMH review of internal controls submitted annually to the NYC Comptroller, which includes a financial integrity statement and a series of completed checklists.
In accordance with Local Law 54 of 2007, pesticides applied by or on behalf of City agencies on city owned or leased properties must be reported to DOHMH, and summarized by DOHMH annually.
This report outlines the locations and quantities of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in New York City required by Local Law 20 of 2005, as well as other registered AEDs, and looks closely at city agency compliance with the provisions of the law.