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. This historical document shows health trends for 1994.
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. This historical document shows health trends for 1995.
Transfer of ambulance and pre-hospital Emergency Medical Mervice functions from the Emergency Medical Service of the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation to the Fire Department of the City of New York consistent with the terms and conditions of a memorandum of understanding
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. This historical document shows health trends for 1996.
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. This historical document shows health trends for 1997.
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. This historical document shows health trends for 1998.
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. This historical document shows health trends for 1999.
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. This historical document shows health trends for 2000.
Press releases are designed to inform the public of an upcoming/ongoing emergency or special event. Some emergencies include coastal storms, nor'easters, and extreme heat. Releases also highlight special events including Ready New York presentations and other community preparedness initiatives.
Press releases are designed to inform the public of an upcoming/ongoing emergency or special event. Some emergencies include coastal storms, nor'easters, and extreme heat. Releases also highlight special events including Ready New York presentations and other community preparedness initiatives.
Press releases are designed to inform the public of an upcoming/ongoing emergency or special event. Some emergencies include coastal storms, nor'easters, and extreme heat. Releases also highlight special events including Ready New York presentations and other community preparedness initiatives.
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. This historical document shows health trends for 2001.
This Executive Order by the Mayor announces the transfer of certain functions and employees from The New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation to The City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
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.
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.
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 concluded that the department's implementation of the Enhanced Pest Control Program successfully improved pest control efforts, as executed by the Office of Pest Control Services. However, the department must improve its organization and oversight for more effectiveness.
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.
The Kings County Hospital has inadequate controls over its inventory of
noncontrolled drugs and medical and surgical supplies. There is a gross discrepancy of 71
percent between the amounts on hand and the amounts recorded in Other Than Personal Services (OTPS).
Therefore, there are extensive record-keeping and security weaknesses found. There was also unrestricted
access to the Pharmacy stockroom, and noncontrolled drugs were issued without proper authorization.
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. This historical document shows health trends for 2002.
This is the revised version of the public health insurance programs options brochure in Creole (to be distributed by agencies and provided as online forms in accordance with LL1). This will help educate citizens about health care and insurance options. The updated income guidelines in the brochures reflect the proposed changes of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
This is the revised version of the public health insurance programs options brochure in Spanish (to be distributed by agencies and provided as online forms in accordance with LL1). This will help educate citizens about health care and insurance options. The updated income guidelines in the brochures reflect the proposed changes of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
This is the revised version of the public health insurance programs options brochure in Chinese (to be distributed by agencies and provided as online forms in accordance with LL1). This will help educate citizens about health care and insurance options. The updated income guidelines in the brochures reflect the proposed changes of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
This is the revised version of the public health insurance programs options brochure in Korean (to be distributed by agencies and provided as online forms in accordance with LL1). This will help educate citizens about health care and insurance options. The updated income guidelines in the brochures reflect the proposed changes of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
This is the revised version of the public health insurance programs options brochure in Russian (to be distributed by agencies and provided as online forms in accordance with LL1). This will help educate citizens about health care and insurance options. The updated income guidelines in the brochures reflect the proposed changes of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
This is the revised version of the public health insurance programs options brochure in Yiddish (to be distributed by agencies and provided as online forms in accordance with LL1). This will help educate citizens about health care and insurance options. The updated income guidelines in the brochures reflect the proposed changes of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Revised version of the public health insurance programs options brochure in English (to be distributed in accordance with LL1), to educate citizens about health care and insurance options. The updated income guidelines in the brochures reflect the proposed changes of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Press releases are designed to inform the public of an upcoming/ongoing emergency or special event. Some emergencies include coastal storms, nor'easters, and extreme heat. Releases also highlight special events including Ready New York presentations and other community preparedness initiatives.
The Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (SOII) is a standard employer report of OSHA-recordable injuries. It measures nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses only.
Report detailing the impact of the NYC Smoke-Free Air Act 1 year after its implementation (in 2003), on the economic impact on bars and restaurants; air quality and public opnion.
Report to a) understand events leading up to a tragic incident on 8/1104, b) examine existing regulations, policies and procedures, and c) make recommendations for addressing specific weakness in day care oversight functions
The 2003 Annual Summary presents data of vital events in 2003, 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).
The Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (SOII) is a standard employer report of OSHA-recordable injuries. It measures nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses only.
This Executive Order by the Mayor announces Equal Access to Health Insurance Coverage for the Domestic Partners of Employees of City Vendors and Other Businesses.
Bicentennial Anniversary Booklet detailing the illustrious history of the Board of Health in NYC, the predecessor of the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
The 2004 Annual Summary presents data of vital events in 2004, 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).
The Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (SOII) is a standard employer report of OSHA-recordable injuries. It measures nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses only.
Implementation Updates, after 2004 shall include a report on the number of limited English proficient people served, disaggregated by language and by agency office or other covered agency office.
Regular Pap tests can prevent cervical cancer by identifying abnormalties before it becomes cancerous. Since its curable stages show no symptoms, women are recommended to get a screening every 1 to 3 years. However, despite the recommendation, 20% of women say they do not get Pap tests regularly. This report focuses on the characteristics of women who are not regularly getting tested and explores why they do not get tested regularly.