2024 Press Releases
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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
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
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
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
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
August 9, 2024
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
July 26, 2024
July 25, 2024
July 23, 2024
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
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
July 6, 2024
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
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
June 24, 2024
June 21, 2024
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
May 28, 2024
May 24, 2024
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
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
May 14, 2024
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
May 9, 2024
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
May 2, 2024
May 1, 2024
April 30, 2024
April 27, 2024
April 22, 2024
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
April 17, 2024
April 16, 2024
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
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
April 7, 2024
April 5, 2024
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
March 29, 2024
March 28, 2024
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
March 24, 2024
March 23, 2024
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
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
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
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
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
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
February 15, 2024
February 14, 2024
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
February 7, 2024
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
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
January 25, 2024
January 24, 2024
January 23, 2024
January 22, 2024
January 18, 2024
January 17, 2024
- State Health Department Issues Unprecedented $300K Penalty to Midwife for Falsifying Vaccine Records
January 16, 2024
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
