2024 Press Releases

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December 30, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Encourages New Yorkers to Get the Flu Vaccine
• New York State Department of Health Updates New Yorkers On Nation-leading Lead Rental Registry Program

December 27, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Encourages New Yorkers to Decrease Alcohol Consumption In The New Year

December 24, 2024

• Media Advisory: New York State Advisory Council on Lead Poisoning Prevention to Meet Wednesday, January 8, 2025

December 23, 2024

• CONSUMER ALERT: New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection Urges Federal Consumer Product Safety Commission to Recall a Toy Known as the MAXX Action Helicopter
• Governor Hochul Awards More Than $225 Million to Water Quality Protection Projects Across the State
• Lower Heating Costs: Governor Hochul Signs Legislation Expanding Access to Home Heating Aid for Senior Citizens
• Statement From New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On Preparing for A Healthy Holiday Season

December 20, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Launches New Smoking Cessation Campaign Featuring Two New Yorkers

December 18, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Declares Flu Is Prevalent Across the State

December 16, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Urges New Yorkers to Protect Themselves From Respiratory Illness Ahead of the Holidays
• Governor Hochul Celebrates the Opening of New York’s First Cell and Gene Therapy Hub at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo

December 13, 2024

• State Health Department’s NY State of Health Reminds New Yorkers to Enroll in Health Insurance Before December Deadline

December 12, 2024

• Governor Hochul Highlights Over $428 Million to Make Local Water Infrastructure Projects Affordable Across New York State
• Money in Your Pockets: Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Require Health Insurers to Cover EpiPens

December 10, 2024

• Governor Hochul Deploys State Incident Management Team to Village of Whitehall Amid Ongoing Water Shortage
• New York State Department of Health's Ending The Epidemic Summit and World AIDS Day Events

December 9, 2024

• New York State Department of Health's Wadsworth Center to Receive More Than $2.5 Million to Expand Biomonitoring Efforts

December 6, 2024

• New York State Department of Health's Ending The Epidemic Summit and World AIDS Day Events

December 5, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes December As National Safe Toys and Gifts Month

December 4, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Influenza Vaccination Week

December 3, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes International Day of Persons With Disabilities
• Media Advisory: New York State Drinking Water Quality Council to Meet Tuesday, December 17, 2024

December 2, 2024

• Money in Your Pockets: Ahead of January 1, 2025 Start Date for First-in-the-Nation Paid Prenatal Leave, Governor Hochul Announces New Campaign to Mobilize Eligible New Yorkers

November 29, 2024

• Statement From Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald to Commemorate World AIDS Day on December 1

November 27, 2024

• New York State Department of Health’s Helen Hayes Hospital Adaptive Sports & Recreation Program Participants Receive Donated Gear From Adidas for Global Week of Inclusion
• Ahead of Thanksgiving Holiday, Governor Hochul Announces $27.5 Million to Feed New Yorkers in Need

November 26, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

November 25, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Appointees to SUNY Downstate Community Advisory Board
• Governor Hochul Announces Launch of New York State's First Customer Experience Strategy to Improve Government Operations

November 22, 2024

• New York State Departments of Health and Agriculture and Markets Provide Food Safety Tips for Thanksgiving
• Governor Hochul Expands Health Care Coverage for 800,000 Kids in New York

November 21, 2024

• New York State Announces Efforts to Improve Heath Care in Rural Communities
• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
• New York State Department of Health Announces Landmarks to Be Illuminated in Recognition of Antibiotic Awareness Week

November 19, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces CUNY School of Medicine Elevated to Independent College

November 18, 2024

• Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams Provide Update on Statewide Drought
• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Lung Cancer Awareness Month and Supports 'The Great American Smokeout'

November 16, 2024

• Governor Hochul Signs Pediatric Fluoride Legislation to Improve Dental Health for New York's Kids

November 15, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Nurse Practitioner Week
• New York State Department of Health Announces Illumination of Empire State Plaza In Honor of Epilepsy Awareness
• New York State Department of Health's Helen Hayes Hospital's Subacute Nursing Facility and Transitional Care Unit Ranked Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report
• Governor Hochul Announces $3 Million in New York State Funding for Expansion of Daystar Kids Program in Monroe County

November 14, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month in November

November 13, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes November as Stomach Cancer Awareness Month

November 12, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces 24 Community-based Partners for Plan to Strengthen Home Care Services for New Yorkers

November 9, 2024

• Governor Hochul Deploys State Resources to Fight Wildfires Across New York and Provides Update on Air Quality

November 8, 2024

• Update on Confirmed Case of Chronic Wasting Disease in Herkimer County
• Statement From Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On Veterans Day
• New York State Department of Health Reminds New Yorkers to Get Vaccinated Against Pneumococcal Disease

November 7, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recommends 2024–2025 COVID-19 Vaccination for All New Yorkers Ages 6-Months and Older

November 4, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Diabetes Awareness Month

November 1, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces New York State Landmarks to be Lit Teal in Commencement of Alzheimer's Awareness Month
• New York State Department of Health Announces Start of Weekly Flu Report and Activates Statewide Flu Tracker Website

October 30, 2024

• Governor Hochul and Representative Ryan Announce $12 Million State Grant to Replace Lead Water Pipes and Protect Drinking Water in Poughkeepsie

October 29, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Announces AHEAD Model to Transform more than $5 Billion in Healthcare Payments to More Equitable and Sustainable Delivery Systems

October 28, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Participates In Governor Hochul's "Brooklyn Day"

October 25, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Receives Multi-year Federal Grant to Improve Surveillance of Spina Bifida
• Governor Hochul Announces State Police and Local Law Enforcement to Crack Down on Impaired and Reckless Driving Through Halloween

October 24, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Pharmacy Week

October 23, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces a Majority of Eligible New Yorkers Have Registered as Organ Donors
• New York State Department of Health Recognizes October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 22, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Healthy Lung Month
• Governor Hochul Launches Next Phase of Long Island's Nation-Leading Cell and Gene Therapy Innovation Hub: New York Biogenesis Park

October 21, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Announces PrEP Aware Week Promoting Benefits of Sexual Health Across One's Lifespan

October 18, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes International Infection Prevention Week

October 17, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Medicine Abuse Awareness Month

October 14, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Nearly 1 Million New Yorkers Enrolled in Program to Help Older Adults Save More Than $7,000 Per Year in Health Care Costs

October 11, 2024

• State Department of Health Announces Opening of Updated Helen Hayes Pediatric Rehabilitation Suite

October 10, 2024

• Governor Hochul Gives Update on Response to Potential Intravenous Fluid Shortage in New York State Due to Hurricane Damage
• State Department of Health Celebrates Task force for Women's Initiatives 40th Anniversary
• Statement From Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On World Mental Health Day
• New York State and City Departments of Health Collaborate With New York City and Federal Partners to Prepare and Monitor for Marburg Virus

October 9, 2024

• Statement From State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On Monitoring and Response Efforts to Potential Intravenous Fluid Shortages Caused By Hurricane Storm Damage
• Governor Hochul Announces Second Annual Symposium on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility in the New York State Workforce
• New York State Health Commissioner Receives COVID-19 and Seasonal Influenza Vaccination At Albany's Lincoln Pharmacy

October 8, 2024

• New York State Department of Health and the State University of New York Global Health Institute Announce Public Health Partnership

October 4, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Safe Sleep and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Awareness Month
• New York State Department of Health Encourages New Yorkers to Order Free COVID-19 Tests

October 3, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Issues Reminder to Protect Against Tick-Borne Illness

October 2, 2024

• State Department of Health Reminds New Yorkers to Protect Infants Against RSV
• State Health Department's NY State of Health Announces Approval of State's Innovation Waiver Amendment In Time for 2025 Enrollment Period

October 1, 2024

• On the First Day of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Expand Insurance Coverage of Breast Cancer Screening and Imaging

September 30, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Statewide Preparations in Anticipation of Potential Strike Action at U.S. East and Gulf Coast Ports
• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Sepsis Awareness Month With Focus On Children
• Governor Hochul Announces Next Steps in Plans to Strengthen Home Care Services for New Yorkers

September 27, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Nearly $90 Million to Replace Lead Service Lines and Protect Drinking Water Across New York

September 26, 2024

• State Department of Health Recognizes National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
• New York State Department of Health Amplifies the Right to Reproductive Choice During World Contraception Day

September 24, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
• New York State Department of Health Releases Latest Episode of New York Public Health Now Podcast Focused On Progress Made Combatting the Opioid Overdose Epidemic
• NYSOFA Marks National Falls Prevention Awareness Week on September 23-27 with Livestream and Resources to Help Prevent Injuries

September 23, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Statewide Action Following Confirmed Case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis
• State Health Commissioner Addresses Maternal and Infant Health In Brooklyn

September 20, 2024

• Human Case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis Confirmed In Ulster County

September 19, 2024

• New York State Department of Health and State Office for the Aging Recognize Healthy Aging Month In September
• New York State Department of Health Honors Fallen Emergency Medical Providers at EMS Memorial Ceremony

September 18, 2024

• Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Expand Health Care Access for New Yorkers
• New York State Department of Health Celebrates National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day
• New York State Department of Health Encourages Nursing Homes to Protect Residents From COVID-19 by Offering the Updated Vaccine

September 17, 2024

• New York State Department of Health’s Helen Hayes Hospital Honors Exceptional Rehabilitation Patients at 124th Annual Honors Assembly

September 16, 2024

• During Sepsis Awareness Month, NYSOFA, NYSDOH and National Partners Urge Awareness and Action on Potentially Lethal Condition
• New York State Department of Health Announces Fourth Annual New York State Overdose Awareness Day Event
• State Health Department Releases Report Illustrating Persistent Disparities In Menthol Cigarette Use

September 13, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Receives $5 Million to Address Indoor Air Quality In Schools

September 12, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Surveillance and Testing Capabilities Lead to Identification of Rare Virus
• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month

September 10, 2024

• Statement From Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On World Suicide Prevention Day
• Eastern Equine Encephalitis Confirmed in Emus in Rensselaer County

September 9, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Awareness Month In September
• State Health Department Removes Pediatric Vaccination Records From State Immunization Registry Following Investigation Into Wild Child Pediatrics' Fraudulent Vaccination Practices

September 6, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Commissioner James McDonald Signs Standing Order Authorizing Pharmacists to Administer Mpox Vaccine Without a Patient-Specific Prescription
• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
• Governor Hochul Announces $10 Billion to Provide Affordable Health Insurance to 1.5 Million New Yorkers

September 4, 2024

• Governor Hochul Encourages New Yorkers to Get New COVID-19 Vaccine as Students Return to School and Respiratory Illness Season Begins

August 30, 2024

• Governor Hochul Encourages New Yorkers to Protect Themselves From West Nile Virus and Other Mosquito-Borne Diseases Ahead of Labor Day Weekend
• New York State Department of Health Announces $432,000 in Additional Funding to Norton College of Medicine at SUNY Upstate Medical University to Expand Physician Diversity
• Governor Hochul Announces 20 Million Test Strips Distributed in New York’s Efforts to Address Opioid and Overdose Crisis

August 26, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces 500 Winners of “NYS Health Care Workers For Our Future” Scholarship, Personally Congratulates a Recipient
• New York State's Wastewater Surveillance System Named 'Center of Excellence' by CDC

August 23, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces $42 Million to Protect the Eastern Finger Lakes Watershed

August 21, 2024

• Eastern Equine Encephalitis Confirmed in Horses in Multiple New York State Counties
• Statement From New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day
• Governor Hochul Announces Progress on Addressing the Opioid and Overdose Epidemic Across New York

August 20, 2024

• New York State Department of Health and State Education Department Authorize Pharmacists to Administer Jynneos Vaccine to Protect Against Mpox

August 19, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Launches Center for Hospice and Palliative Care
• New York State Department of Health Announces Expanded Cancer Evaluation in Bethpage Area Based on Former Grumman-Navy Site Related Plume
• State Department of Health Experts Available at the Dutchess County Fair to Discuss Advice for Eating the Fish You Catch

August 16, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes World Breast Cancer Research Day

August 15, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Urges New Yorkers to Remain Vigilant As Mpox Variant Clade I Circulates In Central Africa
• New York State Department of Health Welcomes Renowned Nation-Leading Public Health Professional to Executive Leadership Team
• Governor Hochul Announces $646 Million to Recruit and Train Thousands More Health Care Workers Across New York

August 14, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces $27.5 Million to Expand Maternal and Pediatric Health Care at Elmhurst Hospital in Queens
• New York State Department of Health Directs Providers to Discontinue Use of Ciprofloxacin to Prevent Meningococcal Disease Due to Increasing Antimicrobial Resistance
• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Immunization Awareness Month

August 13, 2024

• State Health Commissioner Issues Statewide Standing Order to Allow Pharmacists to Administer RSV Vaccines for Older Adults and Pregnant People
• Governor Hochul Announces Over $2 Billion in Bonuses Paid to More Than 800,000 Health Care Workers Across New York State

August 12, 2024

• Governor Hochul Promotes Workers’ Safety During National Safe + Sound Week August 12-18

August 9, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Doubled WIC Benefits at Farmers’ Markets This Summer to Expand Access to Fresh Food for New York Families

August 7, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces $500 Million for New Social Care Networks Program to Deliver Social Services and Improve Health Outcomes for Millions of Low-Income New Yorkers
• New York State Department of Health Reminds New Yorkers to Take Precautions Against West Nile Virus and Eastern Equine Encephalitis
• Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams Announce Floating Pool to be Located at Pier 35

August 6, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Accepting Letters of Interest for New Safety Net Transformation Program Funding
• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Breastfeeding Month and World Breastfeeding Week

August 5, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Upcoming Convening of Global Experts to Discuss Expanding Clean Energy in New York’s Growing Economy
• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Health Center Week

August 1, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Lung Cancer Awareness Day
• Governor Hochul Announces the Start of Construction on a Lead Service Line Replacement Project in the City of Rochester

July 31, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Announces Funding to Expand and Support Dental Care for Indigenous Nations

July 26, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Highlights Vaccination, Testing and Treatment On World Hepatitis Day

July 25, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces $22.5 Million Grant to Increase Health Care Workforce Training

July 23, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Urges New Yorkers to Take Steps to Prevent Rabies Infections During Summer Months

July 22, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Advances Child and Adult Care Food Program
• Media Advisory: State Department of Health Experts Available at the Saratoga County Fair to Discuss Advice for Eating the Fish You Catch
• Statement From New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On World Brain Day

July 17, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Announces Additional Funding to Continue Efforts to Improve and Expand Physician Diversity

July 11, 2024

• Governor Hochul Celebrates Record $2.2 Billion Investment in Water Infrastructure in 2024
• New York State Department of Health Announces Submission of 1115 Waiver Amendment That Will Provide Continuous Eligibility for Medicaid and Child Health Plus to Children Under Age Six
• Statement From State Health Commissioner Dr. James Mcdonald On National Cheer Up the Lonely Day

July 8, 2024

• Governor Hochul Urges New Yorkers to Be Prepared as Hazardous Conditions Impact the State

July 6, 2024

• Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on Recent Increase in COVID-19 Activity

July 3, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Celebrates Successful Pride Month and Reaffirms Commitment to LGBTQ+ Communities
• New York State Department of Health Reminds New Yorkers to Stay Safe While Having Fun In the Water This July 4th Holiday and Throughout the Summer

July 1, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Encourages New Yorkers to Practice Sun Safety During UV Awareness Month

June 28, 2024

• Following Two-Year Review, Governor Hochul Releases Final Interagency Extreme Heat Action Plan
• New York State Department of Health Takes Action Following Reports of Hepatitis C Infections
• Statement from State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald Recognizing Stonewall Remembrance Day
• Governor Hochul Offers Firework Safety Tips for the Upcoming July 4th Holiday

June 27, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Launches Free HIV Self-test Giveaway Campaign and Encourages People to Know Their Status In Recognition of National HIV Testing Day
• New York State Department of Health Acknowledges Prescribers In New York for Reducing New High-risk Exposures to Opioid Prescriptions

June 26, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Free Fishing Weekend June 29-30 in New York State

June 24, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Funding for SUNY Community Colleges to Prepare the Health Care Workforce, Meet Student Mental Health Needs

June 21, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Issues Public Health Alert for Medetomidine Detected In Drug Samples In Schenectady and Syracuse

June 20, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces $300 Million Investment to Make Water Infrastructure Projects Affordable Across New York State
• New York State Department of Health Launches Adult Lead Poisoning Awareness Campaign

June 18, 2024

• Statement From State Health Commissioner Dr. James Mcdonald On Juneteenth
• State Department of Agriculture Announces Testing Requirements for Lactating Dairy Cattle Entering Fairs or Exhibitions to Prevent HPAI Transmission
• NY State of Health Promotes Affordable Health Insurance At Juneteenth Events Across the State
• Governor Hochul Activates State Emergency Operations Center Ahead of Four-Day Extreme Heat Weather Event Projected to Impact New York
• New York State Department of Health Recognizes World Sickle Cell Day

June 17, 2024

• Governor Hochul Reminds New Yorkers That New Law Requiring Paid Break Time for Breast Milk Expression Takes Effect Starting June 19
• Ahead of Record-Setting Extreme Heat, Governor Hochul Deploys Statewide Resources and Urges New Yorkers to Take Precautions to Protect Their Health

June 13, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Urges Men to Prioritize their Health During Men's Health Month
• Statement From Governor Hochul on Supreme Court Decision
• Statement From New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month

June 11, 2024

• New York State Department of Health and Office for the Aging Hold Town Hall At LGBT Community Center In New York City to Receive Public Input On Master Plan for Aging
• Governor Hochul Encourages New Yorkers to Be “Air Quality Aware” This Summer

June 10, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Funding to Expand Bronx Maternal Health Care Center and Takes Action to Increase Access to Doulas
• State Health Commissioner Issues Statewide Standing Order for Doula Services

June 7, 2024

• Governor Hochul Issues Proclamation Designating June as Gun Violence Awareness Month in New York State
• New York State Department of Health Issues Public Health Alert for Carfentanil Detected In Drug Samples From Central New York

June 6, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Gun Violence Awareness Month
• State Department of Health Recognizes National Cancer Survivors Month

June 3, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Agreement With Kaleida Health and Brooks-TLC Health Systems to Build New Hospital in Chautauqua County
• Media Advisory: New York State Drinking Water Quality Council to Meet on June 17, 2024
• Air Quality Health Advisory Issued for Long Island Region

May 31, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes World No Tobacco Day
• New York State Department of Health to Celebrate Pride Month At Events Across New York State

May 29, 2024

• New York State Department of Health and New York State Office for the Aging Hold Town Hall Meetings In Western New York On Master Plan for Aging to Receive Public Input

May 28, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Cancer Research Month

May 24, 2024

• State Department of Agriculture Shares USDA Recommendations to Minimize Influenza Transmission at Dairy Cattle Livestock Exhibitions

May 23, 2024

• Governor Hochul Highlights Over $120 Million for Local Water Infrastructure Projects Across New York State
• New York State Department of Health Encourages New Yorkers to Follow Safety Precautions Memorial Day Weekend

May 22, 2024

• New York State Department Of Health and Office For The Aging Hold Town Hall In New York City To Outline the Master Plan For Aging and Receive Public Input
• Air Quality Health Advisory Issued for Lower Hudson Valley Region

May 21, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National EMS Week
• New York State Department of Health Announces Awards From Opioid Settlement Fund to Organizations to Advance Harm Reduction Objectives to Priority Populations

May 20, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Stroke Awareness Month In May

May 17, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes No Menthol Sunday
• New York State Department of Health and Office for the Aging Hold Town Hall Event In Harlem to Outline the Master Plan for Aging and Welcome Public Input

May 15, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Women's Health Week

May 14, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Lyme Disease Awareness Month in May

May 13, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Reminds New Yorkers to Protect Themselves From Harmful Ultraviolet Radiation During Skin Cancer Awareness Month
• EPA and New York State Break Ground on Project to Ensure Clean Drinking Water for Hicksville, N.Y. Households

May 10, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Older Americans Month In May By Highlighting Programs and Initiatives That Reinforce New York’s Commitment to Promoting Healthy Aging for All New Yorkers

May 9, 2024

• New York State Celebrates Drinking Water Week May 5 – 11

May 8, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Honors 350,000 Nurses in Observance of National Nurses Week, May 6 – 12
• New York State Department of Health Declares Influenza Is No Longer Prevalent In New York

May 7, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes May As Hepatitis Awareness Month
• State Health Department Issues Penalty to Rochester-Area Nurse for Falsifying Pediatric Vaccine Records

May 6, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Urges Interested Candidates to Apply for State's Public Health Corps
• New York State Department of Health Issues A Health Advisory On Proper Use of Automated External Defibrillators In Pediatric Emergency Care
• New York State Department of Health Celebrates Public Service Recognition Week

May 4, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces $15 Million for Expansion of Pancreatic Cancer Center of Excellence

May 2, 2024

• Governor Hochul Highlights Statewide Efforts to Improve Maternal and Infant Health

May 1, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month

April 30, 2024

• Governor Hochul Launches New York State Healthcare Workers for Our Future Scholarship Program

April 27, 2024

• State Department of Agriculture Updates Industry on Response to Outbreak of HPAI in Livestock in Other States

April 22, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Celebrates Earth Day

April 19, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Oral and Oropharyngeal Cancer Awareness Month
• New York State Department of Health Encourages New Yorkers to Get More Active and Feel Better In Recognition of Move More Month In April

April 18, 2024

• NY State of Health Helps Families Access Affordable Health Coverage at YMCA's Annual Healthy Kids Day

April 17, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Expands Senior Leadership Team

April 16, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Minority Health Month

April 15, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Releases New Data and Raises Awareness for Sexually Transmitted Infections During STI Awareness Week
• Statement From New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month

April 12, 2024

• Governor Hochul to Illuminate New York State Landmarks in Honor of National Donate Life Blue & Green Day

April 11, 2024

• Governor Hochul Highlights $142 Million for Local Water Infrastructure Projects Across New York State
• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Black Maternal Health Week

April 8, 2024

• Statement From New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On Eclipse Viewing Eye Safety

April 7, 2024

• Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on State Preparations for April 8 Total Solar Eclipse

April 5, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Celebrates World Health Day

April 4, 2024

• Governor Hochul Provides Update on Weather Related Eclipse Viewing Locations in the Adirondacks
• New York State Department of Health, NY State of Health, Department of Financial Services Announce Improvements to Stand-Alone Dental Plans Offered Through NY State of Health
• New York State Department of Health Releases Special Edition of New York Public Health Now Podcast Focused On the Eclipse

April 3, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Alcohol Awareness Month
• Governor Hochul Issues Proclamation Declaring April Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April 2, 2024

• Statement From Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On Autism Acceptance Day
• New York State Department of Health Celebrates National Public Health Week
• New York State Department of Health Releases Eclipse Safety PSA Urging Eclipse Watchers to Take Safety Precautions

April 1, 2024

• New York State Department of Health and NY State of Health Announce the Essential Plan Expansion Increasing Access to Affordable Health Insurance Begins Today
• New York State Department of Health Issues Updated Fish Advisories for 2024
• Statement From Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald on National Public Health Week

March 30, 2024

• Governor Hochul and Tracy Morgan Call on New Yorkers to Join Donate Life Registry

March 29, 2024

• Statement From Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald on National Doctors Day

March 28, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March

March 26, 2024

• Statement from New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald on Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
• New York State Department of Health Spanish Speaking Virtual WIC Assistant Expands Access to Nutrition Services

March 25, 2024

• Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on State Preparations Ahead of April 8 Eclipse

March 24, 2024

• Health Officials Warn of Potential Measles Exposure in NYC Hospital

March 23, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Provides Updates On Nassau County Measles Case

March 22, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Announces First Case of Measles In New York State Outside of New York City
• On World Water Day, Governor Hochul Highlights the Work of Community Assistance Teams Helping Local Governments with Their Water Infrastructure Needs
• New York State Department of Health Urges Regular Private Well Testing

March 21, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Endometriosis Awareness Month

March 20, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Promotes CDC's Tips From Former Smokers Campaign
• Statement From New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald on Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month

March 19, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Start of Construction of New Hoosick Falls Water Supply
• Governor Hochul Announces New York Pharmacists Can Now Provide Hormonal Contraception Without a Prescription

March 18, 2024

• Governor Hochul Launches Effort to Protect New Yorkers Ahead of Total Solar Eclipse on April 8

March 14, 2024

• Governor Hochul Delivers Over $265 Million for Local Water Infrastructure Projects Across New York State
• New York State Health Department Releases Maternal Mortality Reports Detailing Stark Racial, Ethnic Disparities

March 11, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Brain Injury Awareness Month

March 8, 2024

• New York State Department of Health and State Department of Agriculture and Markets Urge Consumers to Heed FDA Warning Regarding Lead in Certain Ground Cinnamon Products
• Governor Hochul Announces New Protocols to Ensure New Yorkers Receive Continuity of Health Care Services Following Cyberattack
• Statement from Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald on International Women’s Day
• Campaign to Encourage New Yorkers 65 and Older to Get Vaccinated to Protect Against Respiratory Illness

March 7, 2024

• New York State Commissioner of Health Discusses Executive Budget Health Care Proposals At Long Island Events
• New York State Department of Health and Office For The Aging Hold Town Hall In Westchester County to Outline Goals of the Master Plan for Aging and Receive Public Input

March 6, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes First Pharmacy Chain to Dispense Prescription Mifepristone
• Governor Hochul Announces Eclipse Events and Activities at New York State Parks

March 5, 2024

• Media Advisory: State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald to Discuss Executive Budget Health Care Proposals at Two Long Island Events

March 4, 2024

• Statement from New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald on CDC Recommendations for Additional COVID-19 Vaccine for Older Adults
• Governor Hochul Announces Federal Approval to Expand Access to High-Quality, Affordable Health Insurance

Februay 28, 2024

• NY State of Health Informs Job Seekers About Affordable Health Insurance

February 27, 2024

• New York State Department of Health and Office for the Aging Hold Town Hall On Long Island to Outline the Master Plan for Aging and Receive Public Input
• Governor Hochul Launches Expansion of School-Based Mental Health Clinics to Combat Youth Mental Health Crisis
• New York State Department of Health Promotes Season Two of New York Public Health Now Podcast

February 26, 2024

• New York State Department of Health and State Office for the Aging Announce Public Survey to Gather Input and Help Shape the State Master Plan for Aging Ends On February 29

February 15, 2024

• Governor Hochul Awards $166 Million in Grants to 187 Water Quality Projects Across the State

February 14, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Urges New Yorkers to Register as Organ Donors on National Donor Day

February 9, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces More Than $55 Million in Opioid Settlement Funding Awarded to Support Addiction Services Across New York State
• NY State of Health Educates College Students About Affordable Health Insurance Options

February 8, 2024

• CDC and New York State Department of Health Publish Study On Effectiveness of 4 Milligram Versus 8 Milligram Naloxone During Opioid Overdose

February 7, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

February 6, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes February As American Heart Month
• Governor Hochul Issues Proclamation Declaring February as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

February 5, 2024

• New York State Department of Health and Office for the Aging Hold Town Hall in the Bronx to Outline the Master Plan for Aging and Receive Public Input
• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Cancer Prevention Month

February 2, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Release of Technical Chapters of New York State Climate Impacts Assessment
• New York State Department of Health and State Office for the Aging Urge New Yorkers 60 and Older to Get Vaccinated to Protect Against Respiratory Infection

February 1, 2024

• Statement From Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On Black History Month

January 31, 2024

• DEC and DOH Announce 39 New Municipalities Receiving Free Technical Assistance to Protect Drinking Water Sources
• New York State Department of Health Announces Appointment of Executive Deputy Commissioner

January 30, 2024

• Governor Hochul Calls on U.S. Supreme Court to Protect Access to Abortion Medication Mifepristone
• New York State Department of Health Continues Support of Doula Services

January 29, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Recognizes Radon Action Month With A Reminder for Homeowners to Test their Homes

January 25, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Launches Expedited Partner Treatment (EPT) Campaign

January 24, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Launches Public Campaign to Promote Expanded Hepatitis C Screenings for Pregnant People

January 23, 2024

• State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald Testifies at Joint Legislative Public Hearing on the 2025 State Fiscal Year Executive Budget Proposal

January 22, 2024

• Statement From Governor Kathy Hochul on the Anniversary of Roe V. Wade

January 18, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces $78 Million for Clean Water and Drinking Water Infrastructure Projects

January 17, 2024

• State Health Department Issues Unprecedented $300K Penalty to Midwife for Falsifying Vaccine Records

January 16, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Highlights of FY 2025 Budget

January 15, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Highlights of FY 2025 Budget
• Statement From State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Governor Hochul Announces $325 Million in Grants for Clean Water Infrastructure Projects Statewide

January 11, 2024

• New York State Department of Health Expands Virtual WIC Assistant to Spanish
• New York State Department of Health Launches Effort to Reduce Vaping Among Youth

January 10, 2024

• New York State Department of Health and Office for the Aging Hold Town Hall In Brooklyn to Outline the Master Plan for Aging and Receive Public Input
• Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on State Plans for the April 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
• Governor Hochul Launches Requests for Proposals Making Up to $950 Million Available to Strengthen Access to High Quality Health Care Across New York State

January 9, 2024

• Governor Hochul Announces Actions to Plant 25 Million Trees, Safeguard Clean Water and Protect Our Lakes
• New York State Department of Health and Office for the Aging Hold Town Hall In Manhattan to Outline the Master Plan for Aging and Receive Public Input
• Governor Hochul Announces Initiatives to Transform and Strengthen Health Care Throughout New York State
• Governor Hochul Announces Groundbreaking Medicaid 1115 Waiver Amendment to Enhance New York State’s Health Care System

January 8, 2024

• Governor Hochul Urges New Yorkers to Prepare as State Braces for Heavy Rain, Flooding and Strong Winds
• Update On Respiratory Viruses From State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald and City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan

January 5, 2024

• Statement from New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald on Preparing for First Winter Storm of 2024
• Governor Hochul Urges New Yorkers to Prepare as Winter Storm Expected to Impact Parts of State with Heavy, Wet Snow Late Saturday and Sunday
• Governor Hochul Unveils Fourth Proposal of 2024 State of the State: ‘NY Swims’ — the New York Statewide Investment in More Swimming
• NY State of Health Partners with Pharmacies Across the State to Educate Consumers on Health Insurance

January 4, 2024

• Governor Hochul Directs State Agencies to Prepare as Winter Storm is Forecast to Impact New York State
• Governor Hochul Unveils Third Proposal of 2024 State of the State: Taking on the Maternal and Infant Mortality Crisis

January 3, 2024

• State Health Department Releases Report On Food Insecurity Among Adults

January 2, 2024

• Governor Hochul Unveils First Proposal of 2024 State of the State: the Consumer Protection & Affordability Agenda