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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.
Joint Statement: New Budget and Tax Law Threatens Health of New Yorkers
NYHealth joined the Health Foundation for Western & Central New York and the Greater Rochester Health Foundation to issue a joint statement warning that deep federal cuts will jeopardize health coverage, food assistance, and essential services for millions of New Yorkers.
Progress for Primary Care
The New York State Senate has taken an important step toward advancing health equity and improving care for all New Yorkers by passing the Primary Care Investment Act.
Pride Is Healthy
In his latest column, NYHealth President and CEO David Sandman explores how federal policy shifts are endangering the health of LGBT people and why Pride this year must be a call to action—championing inclusion, health equity, and the right to be seen and supported.
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
