NEW YORK CITY HEALTH

New York City Diseases

Columbia Researchers Linked Inflammation to PANS, PANDAS

Columbia Researchers Linked Inflammation to PANS, PANDAS

A study published August 11, 2026, revealed inflammatory processes affecting the blood-brain barrier in these disorders.

Live Poll

Do you trust that current medical research accurately identifies the physical causes of complex childhood syndromes?


Asthma

Live Poll

Do you trust that your local government is adequately inspecting and regulating cooling systems?

Asthma

South Bronx Legionnaires' Outbreak Killed Two

City officials confirmed fourteen cases of Legionnaires' disease linked to cooling towers in the South Bronx.

South Bronx Legionnaires' Outbreak Killed Two

Cancer

Live Poll

Do you trust federal government warnings about environmental safety during national emergencies?

Cancer

9/11 Toxic Dust Has Caused Rising Cancer Rates

Twenty-five years after the World Trade Center attacks, health impacts have significantly worsened for survivors.

9/11 Toxic Dust Has Caused Rising Cancer Rates

Diseases — General

Live Poll

Do you trust local health authorities to effectively manage West Nile virus risks in your area?

Diseases — General

New York City Surpassed 2025 West Nile Virus Case Total

The city has recorded approximately two dozen human cases of the virus throughout the current year.

New York City Surpassed 2025 West Nile Virus Case Total

Heart Disease

Live Poll

Would you prioritize routine medical screenings if your employer provided them during work hours?

Heart Disease

Detectives Union Launched Mobile Medical Clinic

The program brings essential health screenings to NYC police precincts via a 38-foot mobile unit.

Detectives Union Launched Mobile Medical Clinic