Multiple deadly Zika virus infections reported in NYC
The number of countries and territories affected by the mosquito-borne Zika virus has doubled since last month, now totaling 22, according to the Pan American Health Organization, the world’s oldest international public health agency.(1) Spread by the Aedes Aegypti mosquito, the Zika virus is believed to be responsible for the sharp increase in the number Read More
One in five adult New Yorkers suffers from mental health problems
As reported by Reuters, a white paper recently released by New York City’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene revealed that “at least one in five adult New Yorkers suffer from depression, substance abuse, suicidal thoughts or other psychological disorders every year.” By the end of the month, the department expects to release a plan, Read More
