Still Hungry: Food Insufficiency in New York State
This NYHealth data brief examines food insufficiency in New York State over the past four years.
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“Best of 2024” Annual Report
Explore our Best of 2024 to learn about some of our proudest accomplishments of the past year.
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Care Across Communities Dashboard
The dashboard offers a unique ZIP code-level picture of the state of primary care in New York and allows users to explore local data on primary care access and utilization, health outcomes, and socio-demographic status.
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The Powerful Impact of Food Systems Planning
Learn from NYHealth grantees and partners who are demonstrating the power of food planning as an important tool for addressing food insecurity and boosting local economies.
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Data Snapshot: Veteran Suicide in New York State
This NYHealth data snapshot shows the veteran suicide rate in New York State from 2011–2020.
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Rebuilding a Good Life
Pazir was ripped from the life he knew when the Taliban bombed the Kabul International Airport. Read his story of trauma, resilience, and recovery.
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Refugees Get Off to a New Start with Health Care Services
Mohammed Hussan is an Arabic-speaking refugee from Iraq; because of his Christian faith, he was jailed and beaten in his home country. Mohammed and his family arrived in Rochester in 2014, where they were able to access health care and rebuild their lives through an innovative program.
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A Healthy Valentine’s Day
Riley Elementary’s second-grade class faced an important choice: What snacks would they eat for their class Valentine’s Day Party? The class has been learning about nutrition and physical activity through Oswego County Health Department’s Healthy Highway program.
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Care for the Whole Family
Lori, a mother of two, could not afford health insurance. Luckily, her children were able to qualify for low-cost health insurance—with the help of the North Country Children’s Clinic, she enrolled them in Child Health Plus.
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Vulnerable Children Receive Vital Oral Health Services
Four-year-old Noah has a happy, healthy smile, thanks in part to the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Smiles Program, a pilot program that is connecting some of New York’s most vulnerable children to oral health services.
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New Yorkers at High Risk for Diabetes Find Help from YMCA Program
A diabetes prevention program offered by YMCAs across the State has helped Donald, Grace, and other participants reduce their risk developing the disease by 50% and improve their health and wellbeing.
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East Harlem Bikes, Runs, and Walks Its Way to Better Health
5-year-old Moa is an expert on Randall’s Island, having explored every corner of the park during weekly visits with his parents. For Moa, his parents, and other East Harlem residents, the ability to access Randall’s Island for fresh air and physical activity has been a boon.
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Children Struggling with Mental Illness Get Help at the Pediatrician’s Office
For children living with mental health conditions, finding and receiving timely treatment can be difficult. A new program on Long Island is working to better meet the needs of children with mental health issues and their families.
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Read an article in Health Affairs about the Food is Medicine movement.
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Read an article in 92.7/96.9 WRRV about the NYHealth food insufficiency data brief.
Read "Millions of New Yorkers Can’t Afford Enough Food – Here’s Why"
Read an article in Crain's New York Business about the NYHealth food insufficiency data brief.
Read "At a Glance: April 4"
Read an article in Newsday about the NYHealth food insufficiency data brief.
Read "65,000 more Long Islanders in need of food assistance coming to pantries, soup kitchens and food banks: officials"
Read an article in The New 96.1 about the NYHealth food insufficiency data brief.
Read "Millions of New Yorkers Can’t Afford Enough Food – Here’s Why"
Read an article in The Hudson Valley Post about the NYHealth food insufficiency data brief.
Read "Millions of New Yorkers Can’t Afford Enough Food – Here’s Why"
1 in 10 New Yorkers Face Food Insufficiency as Federal Cuts Reduce Nutrition Programs
Read "Hunger Rates in New York State Surpass Early Pandemic Levels"
NYHealth Senior Program Assistant, Liz Ward, M.P.A., submitted the following testimony on April 3, 2025, at the New York City Council Committee on General Welfare Oversight – Hunger and Food Insecurity in New York City.
Read "NYHealth Testimony on Hunger and Food Insecurity in New York City"