#health-department

#health-department

The city's Health Department's adherence to CDC guidelines delayed COVID-19 testing, exacerbating the outbreak.

Inflexible federal testing criteria led to missed opportunities for early COVID-19 detection.

HHS employees directed to halt public communications pending approval from a presidential appointee, causing concerns about information release.

Louisiana has halted promotion of vaccines, significantly curtailing public health initiatives amid rising health concerns.

Lafayette Coney Island reopens after passing health inspection following a rat infestation.

Restaurant grades significantly impact financial success in New York, but staffing cuts are prolonging necessary re-inspections, harming businesses further.

American Coney Island owner distances her business from Lafayette Coney Island after health violations caused by a rat infestation shut down the latter.

The Health Department's new guidance emphasizes traditional sex definitions to exclude transgender women from female sports.

This initiative seeks to reinforce binary gender recognition in alignment with executive mandates.

Collins warns that bypassing Senate approval for appointments undermines constitutional oversight.

Thorough vetting of health agency nominees is essential for proper governance.

Kennedy's nomination as HHS secretary reflects a shift in health policy towards deregulation and tackling chronic disease through food reform.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation hearing revealed tensions over his anti-vaccine stance and potential conflicts of interest regarding drug companies.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s confirmation hearing highlighted contradictions between his statements about vaccines and his documented anti-vaccine activities.

Senator Cassidy aims for constructive dialogue with RFK Jr., acknowledging differing views on vaccines and expressing hope for bipartisan support.

The city is spraying for mosquitoes in Manhattan and Brooklyn to combat West Nile virus.

New York City's restaurant inspectors are critically under-staffed, causing major stress for restaurant owners due to delayed inspections.

Mosquito spraying in Brooklyn aims to reduce West Nile virus risk, with residents advised to stay indoors during the process.

Health Department to spray for mosquitoes in response to West Nile virus cases in Brooklyn.

Residents advised to stay indoors during spraying and clear standing water.

West Nile Virus cases in NYC are rising, with four confirmed human infections and increased mosquito activity compared to the previous year.

Rodent infestation at AMC Methuen 20 theater led to its temporary closure for sanitation and pest remediation.