NYC faces a severe flu outbreak, with over 23,000 cases reported, surpassing the last five years' peaks. Health officials urge vaccinations amid strains on healthcare, noting one child's death in the city and six statewide due to the flu.

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.

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.

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.

NY AG Letitia James condemned the Louisiana indictment of a NY doctor for providing abortion care, emphasizing her state's defense of reproductive rights.

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.

NYC Council probes potential conflict of interest involving city official Nate Bliss and his former employer Taconic Partners' redevelopment of a public health lab.

New York Governor Hochul announced a preliminary approval for $142 million to improve healthcare in the Bronx, aiming to bolster local medical facilities and ensure equitable care.

NY Attorney General Letitia James is warning against egg and poultry price gouging amidst a bird flu outbreak, emphasizing its illegality and consumer rights.

New York City is allocating funds from opioid settlements to community organizations aiding drug users with services like harm reduction and addiction treatment.

New York lawmakers passed a bill to protect digital health data, requiring consent before data collection and sale, with serious fines for violations.

Lily Woo, a 73-year-old 9/11 hero and former NYC school principal, received a lifesaving kidney from a stranger, Samantha Marks, after a public search.

Deborah Finck, a mother from Staten Island with 3 sets of twins and social media fame, died at age 57 from cancer.