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Nutritionist measuring overweight woman’s waist with tape in clinic, closeup

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Op-Ed | Health Center calls for federal action to prevent obesity and expand access to treatment

By Morris Heights Health Center Conversation…

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AARP releases report on improving NYC for 50+ population

Staff at the North Central Bronx hospital pose for a photo.

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North Central Bronx hospital advances new technologies to protect expecting mothers during childbirth

By Bronx Times Conversation…

Bronx Center Administrator Jeff Sicklick, middle, holds Centers Health Care’s AHA Second Century Medallion, surrounded by AHA, Centers Health Care and Bronx Center staff.

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Centers Health Care receives prestigious awards and special medallion from American Heart Association

By Jeffrey Jacomowitz Conversation…

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New nonprofit partnership aims to help bolster Bronx community fridges

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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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 Conversation…

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.

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

By Ashlynn Perez Conversation…

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

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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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 Conversation…

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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 Conversation…

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 Conversation…

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

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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 Conversation…

USDA Rep. Ritchie Torres

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

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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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 Conversation…

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