2023 Press Releases
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May 25, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Reminds New Yorkers to Follow Safety Precautions for Memorial Day Gatherings
- New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Cancer Research Month
May 24, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Statement on Repealing the COVID-19 Healthcare Worker Vaccine Requirement
- New York State Department of Health Recognizes Lyme Disease Awareness Month in May
May 23, 2023
May 22, 2023
- New York State Announces New Initiative to Increase Allergy Awareness in Restaurants and Food Service Establishments
- New York State Department of Health Issues Updated Fish Advisories for 2023
May 18, 2023
May 17, 2023
May 16, 2023
May 15, 2023
- Governor Hochul Reminds New Yorkers to Take Action to Stay Covered Through New York State Marketplace
- Governor Hochul Signs Legislation to Strengthen Health Care Workforce
- New York State Department of Health Asks Federal Government to Expand Essential Plan to Further Reduce Rate of Uninsured and Improve Health Equity
May 12, 2023
- CONSUMER ALERT: Attorney General James and Acting Department of Health Commissioner Dr. McDonald Issue Alert to Protect New Yorkers from Health Insurance Renewal Scams
- Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on State's Progress Combating COVID-19
May 11, 2023
May 10, 2023
- New York State Celebrates Drinking Water Week May 7 – 12 with Further Initiatives to Protect Water Quality
- New York State Department of Health Recognizes Hepatitis Awareness Month
- New York State Department of Health Honors 350,000 Nurses in Observance of National Nurses Week, May 6 – 12
May 9, 2023
May 8, 2023
May 5, 2023
- Governor Hochul Announces New York State Landmarks to Be Lit Green in Honor of Arthritis Awareness Month
- Governor Hochul Issues Proclamation Designating May as Older Americans Month
- New York State Department of Health’s World-Renowned Wadsworth Center Poised for Growth with Increased State Investment and New Director
May 3, 2023
- Governor Hochul Announces Investments to Create a Stronger Health Care System for the Future
- Governor Hochul Announces Major Actions to Strengthen Abortion Protections and Access as Part of FY 2024 Budget
- New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
May 2, 2023
May 1, 2023
April 27, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Issues A Reminder About Pricing Regulations for Funeral Firms
- NY State of Health Partners with YMCA on National Kids Day, Urges New Yorkers to Keep Their Families Healthy with Insurance Through the Marketplace
April 26, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Recognizes National Infant Immunization Week
- NY State of Health Partners with Pharmacies Across the State to Prepare New Yorkers for Health Insurance Changes and Educate Them on Coverage Options
April 24, 2023
- The NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports and the NYS Department of Health Launch Buprenorphine Assistance Program (Bupe-AP)
- OPDV, OGS, and DOH Partner on Exhibit for SAAM and Denim Day
April 21, 2023
April 20, 2023
April 18, 2023
April 14, 2023
- New York State Departments of Health and Motor Vehicles Urge New Yorkers to Register as Organ Donors During National Donate Life Month in April
- New York State Department of Health Recognizes Black Maternal Health Week
April 12, 2023
April 11, 2023
April 8, 2023
April 7, 2023
- Statement from Governor Kathy Hochul on Federal Court Decision that Further Seeks to Restrict Abortion Access Nationwide
- New York State Department of Health Announces Release of Updated Dashboards Featuring 2020 Vital Statistics Data for New York State, Highlighting Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic
April 6, 2023
April 5, 2023
April 3, 2023
April 1, 2023
- Governor Hochul Issues Proclamation Declaring April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month
- Governor Hochul Launches New Statewide Medicaid Pharmacy Benefit Program
March 30, 2023
March 29, 2023
March 27, 2023
March 24, 2023
March 23, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Encourages New Yorkers to Prepare for Public Health Insurance Renewals
- New York State Department of Health, In Recognition of World TB Day On March 24, Reminds New Yorkers Early Detection and Coordinated Care Remain Critical to Combating Tuberculosis
- New York State Department of Health Recognizes LGBTQ Health Awareness Week Committing to Continued Progress and Dialogue
- Governor Hochul Announces Initiative to Improve Food Benefit Access for Women, Infants and Children
March 22, 2023
March 20, 2023
March 17, 2023
March 16, 2023
March 15, 2023
March 13, 2023
- New York State Department of Health In Recognition of March As National Kidney Month, Urges New Yorkers to Take Steps to Prevent Chronic Kidney Disease
- New York State Department of Health Opens New Office in Town of Liberty, Sullivan County
March 12, 2023
March 10, 2023
March 8, 2023
March 7, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Warns About tobacco Industry's Tactics of Using Menthol Flavoring to Target and Addict Black & LGBTQIA+ Communities and Kids
- Testimony of State Health Department Deputy Commissioner for Public Health Dr. Ursula E. Bauer on the State Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Executive Budget Proposal on Doulas
March 3, 2023
March 2, 2023
February 28, 2023
- Testimony of Acting State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald, Joint Legislative Public Hearing on the State Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Executive Budget Proposal
- Governor Hochul Announces $200 Million to Expand Emergency Departments in Queens and Rochester
February 24, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Recognizes February As American Heart Month
- NY State of Health Helps New Yorkers Access Affordable Health Insurance While Filing Their Taxes
- New York State Department of Health Launches New Campaign to Encourage New Yorkers With Underlying Medical Conditions to Stay Up-to-date With A Covid-19 Bivalent Booster
February 23, 2023
February 22, 2023
February 21, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Releases Results of Chronic Disease Survey
- Media Advisory: Second Meeting of the Master Plan for Aging Stakeholder Advisory Committee
February 15, 2023
- NY State of Health Helps New Yorkers Navigate Their Health Insurance Options as They Explore Career Opportunities
- Governor Hochul Announces $658 Million to Strengthen Access to High Quality Health Care
February 14, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Urges New Yorkers to Register as Organ Donors on Donate Life Day
February 13, 2023
February 10, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Updates COVID-19 Mask Guidance for Health Care Settings
- New York State Department of Health Will Ask Federal Government to Expand Essential Plan to Further Reduce Rate of Uninsured and Improve Health Equity
February 9, 2023
- Governor Announces Over $40 M Investment in Infrastructure, Including First NY Drinking Water Project Funded by Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
- Advocates, Public Health Leaders Join New York State Department of Health In Highlighting Governor Hochul Proposal to Ban the Sale of All Flavored tobacco Products, Including Menthol
- New York State Department of Health Launches New Harm Reduction Campaign to Help Reduce Overdoses
February 8, 2023
February 7, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Announces Open Positions with State’s Pioneering Public Health Corps
- Governor Hochul Announces More Than $8.6 Million for Innovative Programs to Treat Opioid Addiction
February 6, 2023
February 3, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Teams Up with Global Initiative to Recognize World Cancer Day
- New York State Department of Health Launches New Campaign to Encourage Black and Hispanic Men to Take Prediabetes Risk Test
February 2, 2023
- Governor Hochul Urges New Yorkers to Prepare for Dangerously Cold Temperatures and Extreme Wind Chill this Weekend
- Statement From Acting Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald On Black History Month
- NY State of Health Encourages New Yorkers to Check Out Health Insurance Options at Their Local Library Throughout February
January 31, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Issues Commissioner Determination for the Use of Telemedicine to Ensure Continued Access to Life saving Medication for New Yorkers Struggling with Mental Health and Opioid Use Disorder
- New York State Department of Health Highlights Publication of Study on the Role of Medical Cannabis for Chronic Pain in Reducing Prescription Opioid Dosages
January 30, 2023
January 26, 2023
January 24, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Stresses Importance of Screenings and the HPV Vaccine During Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
- NYSIF Releases Report on Long-Term Impacts of COVID-19
January 23, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Reminds New Yorkers to Stay Vigilant As Flu Remains Widespread, Even Though Cases Are Trending Down
- New York State Department of Health Announces Wastewater Surveillance Expansion and Increased Disease Monitoring Capabilities
January 20, 2023
January 19, 2023
January 17, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Reminds New Yorkers That Flu Is Still Widespread and Urges Vaccination
- New York State Department of Health Issues Latest County Opioid Quarterly Report Showing 14% Increase in Opioid Overdoses
January 16, 2023
January 12, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Celebrates Pharmacists' Contributions to Protecting and Promoting Public Health On National Pharmacist Day
- Governor Hochul Announces the Start of Innovative Microtunneling for Newburgh Sewer Project
January 11, 2023
January 10, 2023
- Governor Hochul Announces Initiatives to Help Older New Yorkers Age in Communities of Their Choice
- Governor Hochul Announces Steps to Strengthen New York State’s Safe Harbor for Abortion Care
- Governor Hochul Announces Plans to Build a Stronger Health Care System for the Future
- Governor Hochul Announces Comprehensive Plan to Fix New York State's Continuum of Mental Health Care
January 9, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Shares Update on NYSNA Strikes
- New Yorkers May Now Choose “X” Gender on Their Birth, Marriage & Death Certificates
- New York State Department of Health Reminds New Yorkers That Flu Is Still Widespread and to Get Vaccinated
January 8, 2023
January 7, 2023
January 6, 2023
- New York State Department of Health Updates New Yorkers On the Xbb.1.5 Variant, Now Comprising Over 50 Percent of Covid Cases In the State
- Media Advisory: First Master Plan for Aging Stakeholder Advisory Committee to Meet on Jan. 9, 2023