Governor Kathy Hochul initiates the construction of the $1.7 billion Wadsworth Center, a state-of-the-art public health laboratory, to enhance New York's public health capacity.

Angry Orange Enzyme Stain Remover has been recalled due to possible bacterial contamination, affecting over a million bottles across the U.S. and Canada.

NYC faces severe cold with risks of hypothermia and frostbite. Sub-zero wind chills and below-freezing temps are expected throughout the week, with possible significant snowfall over the weekend.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Senator Bernie Sanders join NYC nurses on strike as negotiations stagnate. Nurses demand better pay and conditions; hospitals cite high costs and staffing challenges.

NYC nurses' strike over wages, staffing, and safety continues, raising patient care concerns as studies suggest increased mortality rates during such strikes.

The FDA has classified a cheese recall as Class I, with recalled Pecorino Romano potentially causing serious health issues, especially in at-risk groups, due to listeria contamination.

Nurses in New York City continue to strike for the third day, demanding better staffing and working conditions, clashing with hospital executives over healthcare benefits and patient care.

Harlem residents are concerned after two Legionnaires' disease cases were found in an apartment complex, prompting health department action and testing for Legionella bacteria in the building's water system.

New York vets warn pet owners about canine influenza and bird flu risks, with cases of canine flu nearby and two cats in NYC testing positive for bird flu, one of which died. A vaccine for dogs and avoiding raw food for cats is advised.

New York City experiences the highest flu cases in a decade, with a significant increase and emergency room visits, attributed to a virulent strain and vaccine mismatch. Health advice includes vaccination and preventive measures.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the SUPPORT Act, aimed at improving oversight and care for individuals with serious mental illness discharged from psychiatric care after being found unfit for trial.

The NYC medical examiner's office is launching a free genetic testing program for relatives of sudden death victims to prevent inherited disease deaths.

NYC's OnPoint NYC has reported nearly 2000 overdose interventions at their centers, with a potential saving of $55 million, but expansion plans are uncertain amid debate over their long-term efficacy.