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Bronx Underground Railroad

Week in Rewind: Rep. calls for increased funding after subway shooting, the Bronx’s connection with the Underground Railroad, Dais to fill District 77 seat, new affordable housing and more

Compiled by Ashlynn Perez

Bronx woman Nuris Cevallos (left) smiles with Centers Health Care staff member Jazmin Escobar at the Bronx Center. Cevallos has been in rehabilitation there since December, where she has been determined to improve her heart health.

Health

Bronx nursing facilities partner with American Heart Association to raise awareness for heart health

By Ashlynn Perez

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Dr. Yonette Davis brings culturally-responsive geriatric medicine to the Bronx

By Emily Swanson

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Op-ed | Growing Consensus: Eliminating Managed Long Term Care Plans is Bad for Vulnerable New Yorkers

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Bronx high school senior gives back to community by leading sex ed workshops

By Emily Swanson

Billingsley Terrace lawsuit

Week in Rewind: Borough’s first mobile drug treatment unit opens, finance records open door for potential Salamanca BP bid, lawsuit follows December building collapse and more

Compiled by Ashlynn Perez

Staff members at NYC Health + Hospitals North Central Bronx hold the National Wear Red Day banner and wearing red in support of this day inside the hospital. This was done to help raise awareness for cardiovascular disease in women.

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Photos | North Central Bronx Hospital wears red to raise awareness for women’s cardiovascular disease

By Bronx Times

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Borough’s first mobile drug treatment unit opens in South Bronx

By Emily Swanson

Pedestrians navigate East 138th Street between Cypress Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard on Feb. 6, 2024. East 138th was identified by the nonprofit Transportation Alternatives as one of the most dangerous streets in the city for those who drive, bike or walk.

The Bronx is home to New York City’s deadliest roadway: report

By Emily Swanson

USDA Rep. Ritchie Torres

Rep. Torres, Fordham University co-host urban agriculture and food security roundtable

By Emily Swanson

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Allerton

Week in Rewind: Get married at Bronx White Castle, head to Longwood Art Gallery exhibition, Lehman unveils new nursing center, Mega Millions ticket sold in South Bronx and more

Compiled by Seamus Higgins

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Lehman College to unveil new Nursing Education, Research and Practice Center

By Seamus Higgins

A group photo with staff members before the ribbon cutting.

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North Central Bronx hospital opens new employee wellness room

By Bronx Times

A sign directs traffic to NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in Mott Haven on Monday, Aug. 21, 2023.

Health

South Bronx intensive care unit receives silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence

By Bronx Times

Mother Cabrini Health Foundation announces more than $4 million in grants for Bronx-based health care organization on Monday, Jan. 23.

Health

Mother Cabrini Health Foundation awards $172 million to advance health equity across the state

By Bronx Times

L-R: David Lent, MD, FAAOS; Michael Spicer, President & CEO; Eric Spencer, MD, FAAOS, with Surgical Robot

Health

Saint Joseph’s Medical Center welcomes orthopedic surgeons, introduces leading-edge surgical robot

By Bronx Times

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