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Veteran Suicide Rate in New York State Jumps by 25%
Veteran suicides occur at twice the rate as the general population
Combating Military Suicide: What We Don’t Know Can Hurt Us
A co-authored column by David Sandman, Ph.D., President and CEO, New York Health Foundation, and David Shulkin, M.D., Ninth Secretary, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, on confronting the growing crisis of veteran suicide.
NYHealth Testimony on Improving Support for Women Veterans
NYHealth Senior Program Officer Derek Coy gave the following testimony on March 4, 2026, to the NYC Council Committee on Veterans Jointly with the Committee on Women and Gender Equity Oversight – Serving Women Veterans
New Data Highlight Primary Care as a Win-Win for Health Outcomes and Costs in New York
A data brief released by the New York Health Foundation and the Primary Care Development Corporation analyzes the most recent data on three urgent primary care challenges in 2025.
Hiding the Numbers Won’t Reduce Hunger
In his latest column, NYHealth President and CEO David Sandman shares findings from the USDA’s food security report and emphasizes the importance of continuing data collection to guide investment and decision-making.
A Wish List for 2026
In his latest column, NYHealth President and CEO David Sandman reflects on the year and shares a wish list for a healthier New York in 2026.
Giving Thanks When Times Are Tough
In his latest column, NYHealth President and CEO David Sandman reflects on this difficult moment, the fragility of our food safety net, and why emergency action was needed to support New Yorkers at risk of going hungry.
Public Hearing on Increasing Veterans’ Access to Mental Health Services
NYHealth Senior Program Officer Derek Coy gave the following testimony on November 12, 2025, New York State Public Hearing on Increasing Veterans’ Access to Mental Health Services.
New York Health Foundation Commits $1 Million to Address Urgent Hunger Crisis
Emergency funds will support food insecure New Yorkers while federal government delays and cuts SNAP benefits
NYHealth Testimony on Needs of Older Veterans in New York City
NYHealth Senior Program Officer Derek Coy submitted the following testimony to the October 23, 2025, New York City Council Committee on Veterans jointly with the Committee on Aging Oversight - Needs of Older Veterans in New York City.
Health Care Is the Off-Ramp Out of the Shutdown
In his latest column, NYHealth President and CEO David Sandman explains how extending Affordable Care Act subsidies could end the shutdown and protect affordable health coverage for millions.
When Washington Retreats, States Step Up
In his latest column, NYHealth President and CEO David Sandman highlights how New York is stepping up to safeguard vaccines and protect health coverage as Washington retreats from its responsibilities.
NYHealth Testimony on Implementing Recommendations from the Veterans Advisory Board
NYHealth Senior Program Officer Derek Coy testified in-person at the September 22, 2025, New York City Council Committee on Veterans Meeting on Oversight – Implementing Recommendations from the Veterans Advisory Board.
Fear Factor: Immigrant Health in Jeopardy
In his latest column, NYHealth President and CEO David Sandman explores how fear and policy changes are putting immigrant health at risk.
Not Going Your Way: The MTA Trades Public Health for Pocket Change
In his latest column, NYHealth President and CEO David Sandman outlines why the MTA should reinstate its restrictions on alcohol advertising and highlights New Yorkers advocating to extend the MTA’s policy limiting unhealthy advertising.
A Win for Health, A Win for Children
The 2025–2026 New York State budget expands and fully funds universal free school meals, ensuring that 2.7 million students across the State have the food they need to be healthy and ready to learn.
More Than 60% of New York’s Newest Veterans Have a Disability
Better access to appropriate health care and mental health services needed
