Public Health News: New York City

Results from a cooperative study between the NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) and the NYC Business Integrity Commission (BIC) recommend

Water issues are getting their time in the spotlight, and lead is not the only problem people are worried about.

The Environmental Facilities Corporation offers low-interest financing and grants for projects needed to keep our water infrastructure flowing.

We created a map that identifies areas throughout the state where a school has failed voluntary water testing.  Is a school in your area on the list?

Just as fast as it was voted in by New York City Council, the Bag Bill, imposing a 5-cent fee on all plastic bags used at retailers in New York City, was at risk of being killed when New York State Senate approved a bill to ban the bag fee on Tuesday, June 7th.

Hurricane Sandy hasn’t been front page news since 2012, but for many New York City residents, its devastating damage still affects their daily lives. The New York City Housing Authority released a report detailing its $3 billion effort both to recover from the storm

On Thursday, May 5th, the New York City Council voted in favor of Int. 0209-2014! This is a monumental step towards building a more progressive city, and this legislation will serve to make for a cleaner and healthier New York City and environment!

Bike share programs have been popping up in lots of cities across the United States, and researchers are studying their pros and cons compared to private cycling, walking, driving, and public transit.