Our new report on vaping among youth and young adults in NYC highlights how tobacco treatment and mental health support can address anxiety, stress, and other nicotine withdrawal symptoms among young New Yorkers. Read the report: on.nyc.gov/vapingreport
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Hospitals and Health Care
Queens, New York 74,547 followers
Promoting and protecting the health of all New Yorkers.
About us
Welcome to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. With an annual budget of $1.6 billion and more than 6,000 employees throughout the five boroughs, we're one of the largest public health agencies in the world. We're also one of the nation's oldest public health agencies, with more than 200 years of leadership in the field. Every day, we protect and promote the health of 8 million diverse New Yorkers. Our work is broad-ranging. You see us in the inspection grades of dining establishments, the licenses dogs wear, the low- to no-cost health clinics in your neighborhood, and the birth certificates for our littlest New Yorkers. We're also behind the scenes with our disease detectives, investigating suspicious clusters of illness. Our epidemiologists study the patterns, causes and effects of health and disease conditions in New York City neighborhoods. These studies shape policy decisions and the City's health agenda. The challenges we face are many. They range from obesity, diabetes and heart disease to HIV/AIDS, tobacco addiction, substance abuse and the threat of bioterrorism. We’re also working to address enduring gaps in health between white New Yorkers and communities of color. Structural racism is at the root of these health inequities, which is why the Department has made racial justice a priority. The New York City Health Department is tackling these issues with innovative policies and programs, and getting exceptional results.
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http://nyc.gov/health
External link for NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Queens, New York
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1866
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
42-09 28th Street
Queens, New York 10013, US
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Get directions
42-09 28th St
New York, NY 11101, US
Employees at NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
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James Wolin, MBA
Director, Health Care, Program, Planning and Analysis at New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
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Marcelo Maia
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Zack Gisterak
Project Manager at New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
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Jessica R. Cole
Senior Strategist, with a background in disaster planning and response, and workforce development.
Updates
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Our staff at the NYC Public Health Laboratory work around the clock to protect the health of New Yorkers, from tracking mosquito-borne illnesses like West Nile virus, to responding to emerging disease outbreaks. Here's an inside look at their work to pinpoint the source of the Central Harlem Legionnaires' disease cluster: https://nyti.ms/3HTFxMg
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Today we released updates to the NYC Food Standards to further strengthen the nutrition of meals and snacks served to New Yorkers through City agencies. The new Standards will restrict low- and no-calorie sweeteners and artificial colors. Learn more: on.nyc.gov/4mZW9AO
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We're working with Public Health Solutions to hire a product health systems manager! This position will oversee data quality, governance, and strategic planning for the Provider Data Warehouse, our comprehensive health care provider directory platform. Learn more and apply: on.nyc.gov/4mQGhkd
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As part of #NYCNonprofitWeek, we're proud to recognize our #HealthyNYC nonprofit partners for their work to help ensure New Yorkers live longer, healthier lives. Their partnership is essential in reaching our goal of increasing New Yorkers’ life expectancy to 83 years by 2030. Learn more about HealthyNYC partners: on.nyc.gov/3Bt27b7 Mayor's Office of Nonprofit Services
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The future of public health is bright! In honor of #NationalInternDay, we asked interns in our HRTP program why they chose to work at the NYC Health Department. Here's what they said.
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Are you between the ages of 16 and 24 and passionate about youth mental health in NYC? Apply to join our Youth Committee on Mental Health! You'll play a crucial role in informing government decisions on youth mental health and earn a stipend. More info: https://on.nyc.gov/3HeCXjK
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Are you a Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator looking for your next role? Apply to join our team as an exterminator! Duties include inspecting premises and investigating complaints of infestation, and determining the appropriate method of extermination or pest prevention to be used. Learn more and apply: on.nyc.gov/3Ud9BVO
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It's #NationalInternDay and we're giving a special shoutout to the amazing interns in our HRTP program! The program gives interns the opportunity to experience the real-life challenges of public health and have an impact on the lives of New Yorkers: on.nyc.gov/hrtp
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