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NYSDOH

@HealthNYGov

Our Mission: To protect and promote health and well-being for all, building on a foundation of health equity.

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Feb 19
125 years! We’re celebrating more than a century of advancing public health. Join @NYHealthCommish as he recounts some of our inspiring history.
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.@NYHealthCommish: “DOH has zero tolerance for those that misrepresent or falsify vaccination records as these acts put lives in jeopardy.” Details of the $544,000 civil penalty against a former nurse practitioner: on.ny.gov/4bBQ3mX
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A new synthetic opioid has been detected in New York State. N-propionitrile brorphine is estimated to be more potent that fentanyl. Harm reduction strategies, including drug checking, save lives. Additional information about drug user health alerts: on.ny.gov/4fqGtpi
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19h
With cases of diarrhea-causing cyclosporiasis on the rise, DOH is urging NYers to wash all raw herbs, fruits and vegetables, as well as their hands, before prepping or eating produce. More information: on.ny.gov/4pimJI0
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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
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21h
Showers & thunderstorms are possible today in portions of the North Country, Western NY, Central NY & the Mohawk Valley. Damaging winds & heavy downpours are the main threat. It will also be very warm & humid today with "feels-like" temps reaching into the 90s in some areas.
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Jul 8
The DOH with partner agencies and stakeholders have released a new report focused on emergency department visits related to cannabis use and education initiatives to support healthcare systems, providers and patients. More info: on.ny.gov/3To7wsK
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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
@NYSDHSES
Jul 8
Stay alert this summer, New Yorkers! Impactful weather affected nearly every part of New York State in June. There were over 300 reports of hail, wind damage, floods, or tornadoes across the state, as well as four tornado touchdowns in four different counties.
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Jul 8
Heading to the beach? Even when a sunburn or tan fades, damage caused to skin cells does not. Know how to protect yourself and your family from the sun. Info: on.ny.gov/4vwv9y0
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Jul 7
Interested in NYC’s watershed? We’re offering four options to attend either in person or virtually and comments are welcome. Meetings details: on.ny.gov/4vzJd8Z Registration-- July 9 virtual session: bit.ly/4gXzQMj July 20 virtual session: bit.ly/4gpyeuQ
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NY State of Health
@NYStateofHealth
Jul 7
Your sweet tooth and health goals can work together - when enjoyed in moderation, dark chocolate can support heart health as part of a balanced lifestyle. #HealthTipTuesday #SweetTreat
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Jul 7
Wear high quality reflective or brightly colored riding gear. Assume others on the road may not see you. Learn more: on.ny.gov/4dQxqgC
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Jul 7
DYK? Most overdoses occur because people don’t know what they’re taking. Fentanyl is in cocaine, counterfeit pills & other drugs that didn’t use to have it. Find info about free test strips, drug-checking services & life-saving naloxone across NYS: health.ny.gov/OverdoseFreeGe…
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Governor Kathy Hochul
@GovKathyHochul
Jul 6
Rain will continue to impact the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island through tomorrow. NYC and LI are especially at risk of flash floods. Keep an eye on your forecasts, sign up for local alerts by texting your county to 333111 and be safe on the roads.
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Jul 6
Always follow warning signs for flooded roadways and never try to drive through water on a road. #TurnAroundDontDrown