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nycHealthy is the official account of the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. User Policy:

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Today we released a special report on social media and mental health. The report includes data that explores the many factors around social media use and its impact on usersโ€™ mental health. Read the report:
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Early voting for the November 5 general election starts soon! You will have from Oct. 26 until Nov. 3 to vote early. Remind a friend! Learn more:
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As the weather gets colder outside, don't forget: It's #HeatSeason in NYC! That means landlords are required to keep indoor temperatures within certain ranges. Donโ€™t have heat? Tell your landlord immediately. If it's not fixed, call @nyc311 :
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In honor of #HealthLiteracyMonth , we're defining some of the terms we use often in our work. Public health is the health of a population as a whole. As a practice, public health protects and promotes the health of groups of people.
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NYC Sanitation
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Curbside composting is CITYWIDE - that means EVERY resident in EVERY building has weekly service on their recycling day. Make sure all your food scraps (dairy & meat too!) go in the bin. Same for yard waste and food-soiled paper. We want it all! More:
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Are you having trouble getting coverage from your insurance for mental health services? Learn more about parity laws and where to seek help if your rights are being denied:
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October is #SquirrelAwarenessMonth . Have you ever wondered how many squirrels are in NYC parks, where they are located and what they are up to? You can find out the answer to these questions and more through NYC Open Data: @NYCParks #SquirrelFanClub
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Today is National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day. In 2022, 40% of new HIV diagnoses in NYC were among Latinos. Learn more about HIV prevention and care here: #NLAAD
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Today is #IndigenousPeoplesDay . NYC is home to the largest urban population of people identifying as Natives, First Nations and Indigenous peoples of the Americas in the U.S. Read our report on the health of indigenous peoples in NYC:
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Need to order a birth certificate? For the quickest service, order certified copies online with VitalChek. Plus, you can easily track your order's status online! Learn more about ordering a birth certificate:
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Interested in becoming a leader in population health and #HealthEquity ? Gain these skills and more through our Public Health Residency Program. Interns, residents and early career physicians are invited to apply! Learn more and apply:
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Looking to cozy up for the cooler weather? So are raccoons. To keep raccoons out of your home or yard: ๐Ÿ—‘๏ธ Keep garbage cans tightly covered ๐Ÿถ Do not feed your pets outside ๐Ÿ”จ Patch all openings to your home, garage and outdoor sheds More tips:
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Itโ€™s that time of the year โ€” #OpenDataWeek 2025 call for proposals is OPEN! Do you or someone you know have an idea for an event or conference session? We want to hear from you! Learn more and submit at
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Attention New Yorkers: Have you or a loved one been impacted by Alzheimerโ€™s Disease or Related Dementias (ADRD)? We want to hear from you! Take a moment to complete our survey. Your insights will help us support those who are affected:
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October is Adopt-a-Dog Month. When you adopt with @NYCACC 's, for only $75 your pup will get: ๐Ÿถ Vaccinations ๐Ÿพ A free exam from a vet ๐Ÿฆฎ A leash and collar And more! See all available dogs:
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It can be tough to make permanent changes to your eating habits. Trying to plan healthy, complete meals but not sure where to start? Use this formula โฌ‡๏ธ For recipes and food assistance, visit
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It's #NationalComingOutDay ! Our LGBTQ Health Care Bill of Rights is a list of current legal rights that you can use to assert your health care rights in any health care setting or interaction. Learn more:
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Many New Yorkers experience serious mental illness but do not know where to get care. If you or a loved one needs support, call or text 988 for access to a trained counselor and connection to services: #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek
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NYC is a safe haven for anyone who needs sexual and reproductive health care, including abortion. Learn about your rights when seeking sexual and reproductive health services in NYC:
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October is #HealthyLungsMonth . If you have a history of smoking, ask your health care provider if you qualify for a free annual lung cancer screening. Early detection may save your life: #cities4health
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Did you know that cavities are the most common chronic childhood disease, even though they are preventable? To prevent cavities, children should visit a dentist every 6 months. Many @NYCSchools offer free dental services to children:
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