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Op-Ed | Breaking biases in health care: the need for comprehensive Medicaid coverage for obesity treatment

By Assemblymember John Zacarro, Jr.

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New program launching in Bronx hospitals aimed at youth suicide prevention

By Emily Swanson

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Beth Abraham Center officially opens new comfort and spacious Center for Renal Dialysis

By Jeffrey Jacomowitz

The Bronx has the highest rates of overdose deaths, with 831 residents dying from overdose in 2022, according to data from the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

Health

Samaritan Daytop Village, Bronx pols raise awareness about overdoses

By Jason Cohen

Council Member Kristy Marmorato (center in navy dress) joined dozens of physicians who rallied outside Jacobi Medical Center on June 14, 2024 to demand a better contract.

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Doctors rally at Jacobi Hospital to demand better contract and working conditions

By Emily Swanson

Health

Leaders discuss youth mental health, its causes and ‘real solutions’ during panel at Bronx Borough Hall

By Megan McGibney

On Wednesday, May 15, NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi hosted a successful blood drive with New York Blood Center.

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NYC Health + Hospitals/‌Jacobi hosts successful blood drive

By Bronx Times

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Health

Op-Ed | Strokes: Know what to do and how to prevent them

By Lenore Ocava, M.D.

Bronx residents and families impacted by a wide range of conditions that affect, mood, thinking and behaviors, participated in Montefiore Health System events held throughout the last two months in recognition of May being Mental Health Awareness Month.

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Montefiore holds series of Bronx events in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month

By Bronx Times

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NYC Health + Hospitals/‌North Central Bronx celebrates National Nurses Week

By Bronx Times

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Four Bronx robbers ambush man, shoot him while trying to steal fanny pack: cops

On May 10, Saint Barnabas Health System — in conjunction with the NYPD Sports Unit, Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux and the New York City Board of Education — hosted its second annual “Youth Football Camp” at Lehman College.

Kids & Education

‘A day they will always remember’: NFL stars head to Lehman College for annual youth football camp

By Jason Cohen

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Health

EmblemHealth hosts grand opening of new Fordham Road location

By Bronx Times

Mental health professionals join Saint Barnabas High School students in the Bronx to discuss stress, trauma and anxiety.

Saint Barnabas High School hosts mental health symposium

By Bronx Times

Bronx Center Director of Nursing Narine Salomone

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Bronx Center honors its director of nursing during National Nurses Week

By Bronx Times

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Bronx mental health nurse takes patient care where it’s needed most

By Emily Swanson

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