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 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.
Reporting on the administration and enforcement of Tobacco Products and Regulation Act, required under NYC Admin Code 17-11 of 1993, and ATUPA laws of NYS, forbiding sale of Tobacco products to minors.
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.
This report examines the prevalence of heterosexual anal sex among women in New York City, condom use, and testing for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.
The report examines the prevalence of current illicit drug use and the types of drugs associated with drug-related emergency department visits, hospitalizations & unintentional drug overdose deaths
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 report compares the demographic characteristics and health status of New Yorkers from the Cell Phone Pilot Survey (adults with cellular phones) to New Yorkers from the 2008 Community Health Survey (adults with landline phones). There were limited differences between the two groups.
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. Originally produced May 2009, and amended June 2010.
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.
This data brief describes the weight of public school children, aged six to 12, in New York City. It also lists the amount of physical activity done and the amount of time spent watching TV, playing video games and using the computer for the same age group.
This report examines influenza and PPSV vaccination rates among adult New Yorkers, including those with certain long-term health conditions and older adults who are at risk of serious complications from influenza.
The 2009 Annual Summary presents data of vital events in 2009, 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 2010 Annual Summary presents data of vital events in 2010, 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 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.
Reporting on the administration and enforcement of Tobacco Products and Regulation Act, required under NYC Admin Code 17-11 of 1993, and ATUPA laws of NYS, forbiding sale of Tobacco products to minors.
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 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.
The report is the result of collaboration between NYCHA, the Health Dept., NYCDFTA, and CUNY School of Public Health. The analyze and interpret findings from NYCHA Senior Surveys.
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 report describes the health benefits of active transportation in New York City. Data is also provided on the various benefits of New Yorkers using public transportation. Finally, the report makes recommendations on how to be even more active and safe.
Adult consumption of sugar sweetened beverages according to recent public health research. This compares the statistics of New Yorkers who consume sugar beverages.
The Health Department conducted active surveillance to identify all cases of influenza. It shows the numbers of the first, second, and third waves of the H1N1 influenza.
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 brief focuses on alcohol and drug use among NYC adolescents in 2009. It includes the characteristics of those who drink and how adolescents gain access to alcohol.
This data brief analyzes the rate of invasive pneumococcal disease in the City, detailing the rates by age and neighborhood. It also explains the causes and preventions of the disease.
The Affordable Care Act, the nation's recent health care reform law, is expected to expand access to health insurance coverage to more New Yorkers. This report describes the health care of the citizens of New York, in terms of access, capacity, and quality, before the implementation of the Afforable Care Act.
This brief focuses on trends in cigarette use among adults in NYC and in the U. S. It also compares the statistics of heavy smokers and light smokers and how smoking and alcohol use affects mental health.
This report examines two major risk factors for childhood obesity, poor nutrition and lack of physical activity, using data from telephone surveys of NYC parents. Data is provided on nutrition and lifestyle habits of New York City children that contribute to obesity, as well as types of children most susceptible to more unhealthy lifestyles. Finally, the report makes recommendations to promote healthier lifestyles and reduce the risk of obesity in New York City children.
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.
Reporting on the administration and enforcement of Tobacco Products and Regulation Act, required under NYC Admin Code 17-11 of 1993, and ATUPA laws of NYS, forbiding sale of Tobacco products to minors.
This report examines the city's population at greatest risk of suicide and self-inflicted injuries. Data is provided on people most susceptible to suicide, methods of suicide, and health risks that coincide with suicide attempts. Finally, the report makes recommendations on how to reduce the risk of suicide in communities.