In 2015,552 suicides were reported in New York City (NYC); approximately two-thirds occurred among males and one-third among females. While the suicide rate among males has been consistently and markedly higher than among females, the gap has narrowed in recent years due to an increase among females
This report examines trends in the practice of anal sex without condoms and rectal gonorrhea and chlamydia diagnoses among NYC MSM, presents estimates of HIV risk among MSM with rectal gonorrhea and/or chlamydia, and provides recommendations for health care providers.
The data brief describes demographic characteristics of NYC adults with SPD, their access to mental health treatment, and trends in the prevalence of health behaviors and chronic diseases.
The NY Health Department released data on lead poisoning in children, showing a 13 percent decrease from 2016 to 2017 in the number of children under age 6.
First Lady Chirlane McCray announced Interrupting Violence At Home a citywide effort to address domestic violence through services, training, and intervention for abusive partners who are not involved in the criminal justice system.
This report fulfills the reporting requirement for Local Law 37 of 2005, which requires a summary of the changes to the carcinogen and developmental toxin list since it was established in April 2005.
Pursuant to Local Law 48 of 2016, this report is presented by the New York City Municipal Drug Strategy Council (MDSC) and includes recommendations to enhance the City's drug strategy.