New York Attorney General Sues Major E-Cigarette Companies for Allegedly Fueling Youth Vaping Crisis
NY Attorney General Letitia James is suing e-cigarette companies, including Puff Bar and MYLE Vape, for marketing flavored nicotine products to minors and violating numerous laws.
New York Physician Indicted by Texas, Louisiana Over Telemedicine Abortion Pills Amid Shield Law Debate
A New York doctor faces legal challenges from Texas and Louisiana for mailing abortion pills, despite NY's shield law protecting such actions post-Roe v. Wade overturn.
NYU Langone Invests $10.5 Million in East Manhattan and Brooklyn for Cardiac Care Expansion
NYU Langone is expanding cardiac care services in Manhattan and Brooklyn, with a $10.5 million renovation for outpatient treatments and enhanced facilities, including upgrades to catheterization labs.
False Alarm in Manhattan as Ebola Scare Sparks Panic with Health Officials Confirming No Virus Detected
Ebola scare in Manhattan was a false alarm; two patients at CityMD did not have the virus despite exhibiting symptoms and possible travel to an outbreak region.
New York State Health Department Issues Alert for New Mpox Clade Ib Strain, Urges Vigilance and Vaccination
The New York State Department of Health reported the first case of the mpox clade Ib strain, stressing public health vigilance and the availability of the JYNNEOS vaccine. No local transmission has been identified.
CityMD Settles for $7 Million Over Unlawful COVID-19 Test Billing, Cancels Additional $7 Million in Medical Debt
CityMD settles for nearly $7M with patients over illegal Covid-19 test billing during the public health emergency, adds debt cancellation, and faces penalties for future violations.
Governor Hochul Announces $9.6 Million Boost for Rural Mental Health Support in New York
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a $9.6 million plan to enhance mental health support in rural New York, including new CTI teams and the Farmers Supporting Farmers program.
Over 7,800 New Yorkers Involuntarily Transported for Psychiatric Evaluations in 2024, with Disproportionate Impact on Black Residents
New York City data reveals 7,800 involuntary psych evaluations in a year, with a high number not admitted for care, raising questions about Mayor Adams' approach and the disproportionate impact on Black residents.
New York Governor Hochul Signs Landmark Legislation Bolstering Reproductive Rights
NY Governor Hochul signed laws protecting reproductive rights, responding to restrictive policies in other states post-Dobbs. Measures include safety for medication abortion and infrastructure funding.
New York City's Ambulance Response Delays Worsen Amid EMS Staffing Challenges
NYC's ambulance response times for critical emergencies have increased, with FDNY citing staffing issues as a cause. The FDNY is seeking solutions, including telehealth, to improve service.
Metsera and Maze Therapeutics Secure $415M in IPOs, Signaling Strong Start for US Health Care Industry
Metsera Inc. and Maze Therapeutics Inc. raised $415 million in IPOs, indicating a strong month for US health care industry market debuts, with Metsera targeting obesity and Maze focusing on kidney, heart, and metabolic diseases.
New York City Council Investigates Potential Conflict of Interest in Health Lab's Privatization Deal
NYC Council probes potential conflict of interest involving city official Nate Bliss and his former employer Taconic Partners' redevelopment of a public health lab.