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This #HispanicHeritageMonth, NYC Care is celebrating its growing partnerships with six Latin American consulates across NYC, helping immigrant communities learn about #NYCCare, a health care access program available to all New Yorkers regardless of immigration status or ability.
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It’s time to Sleeve Up and get your flu vaccination. Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine each year. Flu vaccines are safe and can reduce your risk of flu, severe illness, hospitalization and even death. Learn more: on.nyc.gov/3Fq7h7k
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This Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re celebrating Latino leaders making a difference across NYC Health + Hospitals. Meet Ivelesse Mendez-Justiniano, MBA, MS, PhD, Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer. Since joining NYC Health + Hospitals in 1994, Ivelesse has held numerous leadership roles dedicated to strengthening our workforce and creating a more equitable and inclusive health system. Today, she leads work spanning diversity and inclusion, language access, health and gender equity, workforce development, talent management and leadership development.
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16,000+ upgraded light fixtures. 1.4 million square feet. 2 million kWh of electricity saved each year. Nearly $10 million in lighting upgrades at NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens and Coler are making our facilities brighter and more energy efficient while reducing our carbon footprint. Learn more: on.nyc.gov/4rxDtfi
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Congratulations to the 10 nursing professionals from our Nursing Homes honored with 2026 @DAISY4Nurses and our own BEE Awards. The prestigious DAISY Award recognizes nurses for excellence in patient care. The BEE Award recognizes caregivers in nursing support roles like Nursing Assistants, Patient Care Technicians, Patient Care Associates, and Medical Surgical Technicians. on.nyc.gov/3U0TQEP
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Congratulations to three NYC Health + Hospitals leaders named 2026 Power Women of Brooklyn by Schneps Media: Manjinder Kaur, CEO of @SouthBKHealth Sandra Sneed, CEO of Woodhull; and Dr. Maggie D. Tetrokalashvili, Chairwoman of OB/GYN at South Brooklyn Health. We’re proud to celebrate their leadership and commitment to improving the lives of New Yorkers across Brooklyn and beyond. on.nyc.gov/4daUia7
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This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate the Latino leaders and staff of the NYC Health + Hospitals family whose cultures, experiences and dedication strengthen our health system and the care we provide to all New Yorkers. No exceptions.
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When Lisa McNamee was told she might need a ventilator for the rest of her life, she was devastated. “Hearing that was like a knife to my heart,” she said. Today, she’s breathing independently thanks to the Ventilator Weaning team at NYC Health + Hospitals/Carter in Harlem. Read Lisa’s remarkable story. on.nyc.gov/4yoo03y
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Healthy screen time habits start early. Kids 2 and older should be limited to 1–2 hours a day. Parents are encouraged to delay smartphones until at least age 14 and monitor social media use. Check out more #BackToSchool health tips here: on.nyc.gov/3Wsbz5m
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We're proud to be recognized as a World's Top Disability Inclusive Business by Disability:IN, reflecting our commitment to building an accessible, inclusive health system where employees with disabilities are supported, valued, and empowered to succeed. on.nyc.gov/4yOpUeW
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In extreme heat, it's important to know the signs of heat illness. Some symptoms include: hot, dry skin, trouble breathing, fast pulse, weakness, or dizziness. If you or someone you know show those symptoms, call 911 or go to an emergency room: on.nyc.gov/3VqwEg2
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Mitch Katz, MD@DrKatzNYCHHJul 2
Sending thanks to our COOL Mobile teams who are outside helping NYers manage extreme heat. The teams are providing water, clinical assessments, access to air-conditioning, sunscreen, food, and transportation to cooling centers. Also thanks to our COOL partners @NYCDHS @NYCAging.
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Mitch Katz, MD@DrKatzNYCHHJun 1
Happy Pride! As #PrideMonth begins, I want to remind all New Yorkers that NYC Health + Hospitals has 8 nationally recognized locations offering #LGBTQ+ care to all New Yorkers: on.nyc.gov/2Xcgw4S
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#DYK?: NYC Health + Hospitals nursing homes provide residents with medical care and management unavailable at home but with the comfort of a home-like atmosphere with private and semi-private rooms. All facilities have the most technologically advanced support equipment with a caring and highly qualified onsite staff at all times: on.nyc.gov/3E0ppDh. #NationalNursingHomeMonth
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This #NationalVolunteerWeek, we celebrate the volunteers who always give back. To every volunteer who shows up, lifts others, and makes a difference—thank you. From our Community Advisory Board members, to our supportive staff across NYC Health + Hospitals, we thank each of you for your support.
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It’s National Laundry & Linen Week, and we’re recognizing the dedicated teams who help keep our facilities running behind the scenes. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our laundry and linen professionals play a vital role in patient care—ensuring every sheet, gown, and towel is clean, safe, and ready when it’s needed most. Their attention to detail and commitment to quality help create a safe and comfortable environment for every patient we serve. Thank you for the essential work you do every day. #NationalLaundryandLinenWeek
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Earlier this week, we celebrated #BringYourKidstoWorkDay at NYC Health + Hospitals! Our future leaders got a behind-the-scenes look at the incredible work happening every day—from patient care to community support—while spending time with the people who make it all possible. Staff also got into character, to help bring joy to our little visitors. Pictured here are NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln and NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue.
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Today, we celebrate our amazing NYC Health + Hospitals administrative professionals who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. From managing schedules to organizing events, your hard work, dedication, and attention to detail does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do! Pictured here are staff from NYC Health + Hospitals/Carter, NYC Health + Hospitals/McKinney, and NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst.
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Congratulations to Nyron McLeish, my esteemed colleague at @NYCHealthSystem #Carter Nursing Home in Harlem. He is the recipient of this year’s Jackie Rowe-Adams’ Community Affairs Staff of the Year Award.
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NYC Health + Hospitals celebrated the incredible NYC Health + Hospitals Community Affairs staff for their dedication to our mission. Community Affairs staff are the bridge between our facilities and the communities they serve, building trust, fostering collaboration, and strengthening relationships in the community. These changemakers inspire us all to continue working together towards more positive health outcomes. Congratulations to Nyron McLeish, recipient of The Jackie Rowe-Adams Community Affairs Staff of the Year Award. Nyron was also honored with a proclamation from New York State Senator José Serrano. We also had a surprise Commendation and visit from New York City Comptroller, @MarkLevineNYC, for Deborah Brown, Senior Vice President and Chief External Affairs Officer. We are grateful for the Comptroller’s support! Both Nyron McLeish and Deb Brown received proclamations from @NYCPA, NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, and Community Affairs staff received certificates of recognition form their Borough Presidents. Congratulations to this year’s honorees!
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#EarthDay may have been yesterday, but our NYC Health + Hospitals staff celebrate sustainability and combat climate change in their every day lives. Pictured here are staff from NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst and NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur, potting plants, sharing resources, and learning more ways to #staysustainable.
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