This report examines the relationship between weight and health behaviors such as physical activity and nutrition behaviors among New York Ctiy public high school students. Data is provided on trends in obesity in NYC high schools, particularly by race, lifestyle habits, economic status of the schools, and by mindset. Finally, the report makes recommendations to reduce rates of obesity in New York City.
This data brief details the rate of non-daily smoking among young adults. This chronic, low-level form of cigarette consumption does not decrease as rapidly as the rate of daily smoking, showing that although smoking declines overall, non-daily smoking remains a problem.
This data brief analyzes the misuse of benzodiazepines among New York City adults and youth, detailing the death rates and hospital visits resulting from this.
This data brief compares the availability and promotion of beverages in retail food outlets across neighborhoods with different consumption levels of sugary drinks.
This report explains the changes in methodology for the conduction of the New York City Community Health Survey and provides guidance for interpreting trends over time.
This report is prepared and submitted pursuant to Local Law 63, amending the Administrative Code of the City of New York to track and report deaths of homeless persons in the City of New York. This report summarizes homeless deaths during the annual reporting period for July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012.
This data brief analyzes the rate of infant mortality in New York City, as well as compares pre-pregnancy weight among women by race, ethnicity, and education.
This report examines relationship between health habits and oral health in New Yorkers. Data is provided on New Yorkers with certain habits or conditions and their frequency of visiting the dentist, trends on different age groups of New Yorkers who have not been to the dentist, and health risks diagnosed as a result of poor oral health. Finally, the report makes recommendations on how to improve oral health and habits.