Mayor de Blasio, Schools Chancellor Meisha Porter and Department of Health Dr. Dave A. Chokshi today announced a new health care mandate requiring all New York City Department of Education employees to provide proof of first dose of vaccination by September.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene published this press release titled, "20 Years on, NYC Health Department Tracks Health Impacts of September 11th Attacks", on September 10, 2021.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Report of the quantities and locations of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) as Local Law 20 of 2005 requires the placement of AEDs in public places.
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 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 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.
This report, submitted pursuant to §3 of Local Law 77 (LL77), details the status of the Office of Building Water System Oversight’s (BWSO) cooling tower program and the number of cases of Legionnaire’s disease in the city.
Pursuant to Local Law 91 of 2013, which created the Food Establishment Service Advisory Board (the "Board"), this report summarizes the activities of the Advisory Board for the 2018 calendar year.
"Experts have added new substances to the list of emerging contaminants over the past decade,
prompting DEP scientists to begin a new study in 2019. The latest study focuses on more than
140 materials, the vast majority of which were not detected in our reservoirs or the stream,
creeks and rivers
"Experts have added new substances to the list of emerging contaminants over the past decade,
prompting DEP scientists to begin a new study in 2019. The latest study focuses on more than
140 materials, the vast majority of which were not detected in our reservoirs or the stream,
creeks and rivers
Pursuant to Local Law 59 of 2011, the 2021 Animal Care Centers (ACC) of NYC annual report provides information on outcomes for animals at ACC, field rescues, receiving (resource) center transfers and staffing.
This report summarizes the activities of the advisory board from January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021, as required by
LL 91 of 2013 of the New York City Council.
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.
Pursuant to Local Law 187 of New York City, this report provides an overview of the landscape of doula care in NYC, including challenges facing the doula workforce.
Pursuant to Local Law 188, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene submits this report, which includes the population level pregnancy-associated mortality and severe maternal morbidity, and recommendations to reduce pregnancy-associated deaths.
Please visit https://nyccas.cityofnewyork.us/heat for the Health Department’s first annual report on heat-related mortality in NYC, pursuant to Local Law 84 of 2020.
An overview of NYC gender-based violence (GBV) service providers and staff, the impact of COVID-19 on their wellness, and the NYC Mayor's Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (ENDGBV) response to support providers and staff during the pandemic.
Pursuant to Local Law 59 of 2011, the 2022 Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) Annual Report provides information on outcomes for animals at ACC, field rescues, resource center transfers and staffing.
Pursuant to LL 91 of 2013, the 2022 Annual Report on the Activities of the Food Service Establishment Advisory Board summarizes the activities of the advisory board from January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022.
Pursuant to Local Law 92 of 2022, this report features reporting on the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s opioid antagonist training and kit distribution to nightlife employees for CY2023.
The Annual Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Endometriosis report, pursuant to Local Law 87 of 2022, reports the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s education efforts on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Endometriosis.
Pursuant to Local Law 92 of 2022, this report features reporting on the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s opioid antagonist training and kit distribution to nightlight employees for CY2023.
Pursuant to Local Law 73 of 2022, this report contains the most recently available data regarding the provision of medical services related to reproductive health care in New York City.
Evidence shows a cohort effect of baby boomers born between 1955 and 1965 who have disproportionate homelessness risk. Older homeless adults have medical needs exceeding their biological ages. The report forecasts the homeless population in NYC, projects potential costs and suggests interventions.
In this brief, IBO examines this operating support and identifies risks that the city’s public hospital system is facing that may make city subsidies in the future even more critical.
Pursuant to Local Law 117 of 2017, the LGBTQ Behavioral Health Roadmap (“the Roadmap”) comprises a full overview of ongoing New York City–supported initiatives to address the needs of LGBTQ+i New Yorkers of all ages.
These initiatives will eliminate childhood lead exposure by 2029. This represents the most aggressive and holistic approach to protecting kids from lead of any city or state in the nation.
It is estimated that one in eight women in the United States will develop breast cancer in her lifetime, making it one of our most serious threats to public health. In New York City alone, each year approximately 5,000 women will learn they have breast cancer, the most commonly diagnosed form of cancer among women in the city. Moreover, approximately 1,200 women in New York City will succumb to the disease every year.
Summarizes data on tobacco retail density, smoking prevalence, and use of smoking cessation tools such as the New York State Smokers’ Quitline and nicotine replacement therapy. The data are disaggregated to highlight inequities.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene published this press release titled, "Adult Smoking Rate in NYC Declines; Reaches Take Care New York 2020 Target," on January 21, 2020.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This monthly report submitted by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene describes that the number of healthy animals euthanized in Animal Care Centers of NYC in May 2020 is 0.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pursuant to Local Law 53 of 2017, the Annual HPV Report contains the most recently-available data regarding human papillomavirus vaccination series initiation and completion rates.
This report is submitted pursuant to New York City Administrative Code §17-194.1(l), which requires the Commissioner of the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) to submit information related to cooling tower inspections and Legionnaires' disease.
A report summarizing activities by the Department's Food Service Establishment Ombuds Office from July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017 as required by Local Law 2013/089 of the New York City Council.
This report summarizes activities by the New York City Health Department’s Food Service Establishment Inspection Ombuds Office (the Office) from July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019, as required by LL89/2013 of the New York City Council.
This report summarizes activities by the New York City Health Department’s Food Service Establishment Inspection Ombuds Office (the Office) from July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018, as required by LL2013/089 of the New York City Council.
This report summarizes activities by the New York City Health Department’s Food Service Establishment Inspection Ombuds Office (the Office) from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, as required by LL2013/089 of the New York City Council.
Section 12-127 of the Administrative Code of The City of New York requires that a report concerning workers’ compensation claims by City employees be compiled and transmitted annually to the Mayor, the Comptroller, the Public Advocate and the Speaker of the
Council.
This report summarizes the activities of the Advisory Board for the 2020 calendar year, as required by Local Law 91 of 2013, and is submitted by the Health Department.
The Annual Report on Contraceptive Methods is required per Local Law 54 of 2017. This report contains the most recently-available data regarding commonly used contraceptive methods for adults and high school students.
Pursuant to Local Law 21 of 2020, this report includes the most recently available information regarding children receiving early intervention services from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
A report detailing the status of the Office of Building Water Supply Oversight's (BWSO) cooling tower program and the number of cases of Legionnaire's disease in the city.
The Summary of Vital Statistics presents data on many important health indicators such as life expectancy, leading causes of death and the infant mortality rate in NYC. The Health Department uses these indicators, which are broken down by ethnic group, gender, age and neighborhoods, to monitor the public health.
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene published this press release titled, "As Long As We’re Talking About Vaccines, Don’t Forget Your Flu Shot!", on September 27, 2021.
The Department for the Aging (DFTA) joined Deputy Mayor Herminia Palacio, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon Tuesday to alert older New Yorkers about the mailing of new Medicare cards without Social Security numbers.
Using data from HVS, ED visits among children, CHS, examines the relationship between housing quality and asthma. It describes the Healthy Homes Program aimed at reducing home health hazards for people with asthma and provides recommendations.
The audit found that the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s (DOHMH) Intensive Mobile Treatment (IMT) program has mixed success in effectively servicing clients who have been poorly served through traditional mental health treatment models.
Audit found that the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) Request for Leave forms
were present and approved for all annual and sick leave taken by the 40 employees that were used as a sample.
The sample tests for reviewing internal controls of Coney Island Hospital over personnel, payrol, and timekeeping
for its employees. Some personnel folders were imcomplete or contained inaccurate information. The report contains
several recommendations.
This audit was conducted to determine whether the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) is effectively monitoring mobile food vendors’ compliance with applicable sanitary laws and regulations.
The objective of this audit was to determine whether DOHMH has adequate controls to ensure that initial inspections at UPK GCC centers are conducted in accordance with the agency’s policies and procedures. The audit found that DOHMH needs to strengthen its controls.
An audit of the development and implementation of the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Disease-Tracking system, the Person Registry Information Management Environment system (PRIME). The system automates the collection, tracking, and analysis of disease reports in New York City.
From an audit conducted on the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, it was found that the department's Disease-Tracking System, the Person Registry Information Management Environment system, is obsolete and was terminated. The system did not meet its business and system requirements, seek advice from quality consultants, or comply with Procurement Policy Board regulations.
From an audit conducted on the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, it was determined that the department's Electronic Death Registration System is not functional. It could not be determined whether business and system requirements and goals were met and whether the design allows for innovation. In addition, reports of the system's development were falsified and the development was not checked for quality assurance. The department must follow rules and provisions to address these issues.