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<title>NYC Health + Hospitals News</title>
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<description>NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal hospital and health care system in the country, is a $6.7 billion public benefit corporation. We serve 1.4 million New Yorkers every year and 475,000 of them are uninsured.</description>
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<lastBuildDate>Mon, 30 November 2015 15:15:00 EST</lastBuildDate>

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<title>On World AIDS Day, NYC Health + Hospitals Reminds New Yorkers to Get Tested for HIV</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151130-NYC-Health-Hospitals-reminds-New-Yorkers-to-get-tested-for-HIV.shtml</link>
<description>Get tested for HIV and connected to care at NYC Health + Hospitals, the State’s largest provider of HIV primary care services. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2015 15:15:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Plachikkat V. Anantharam Appointed Chief Financial Officer of NYC Health + Hospitals</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151124-Plachikkat-V-Anantharam-appointed-new-CFO-of-NYC-Health-Hospitals.shtml</link>
<description>After collaborating closely with NYC Health + Hospitals at the NYC Office of Management and Budget, PV Anantharam joins as CFO to ensure funds are maximized for the benefit of patients. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2015 14:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>New York City’s Public Health Care System Rebrands to Unify 70+ Patient Care Locations</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151109-NYC-public-health-care-system-rebrands-to-unify-patient-care-locations.shtml</link>
<description>The New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation will now be known as NYC Health + Hospitals as part of transition to wellness-focused health care. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 9 Nov 2015 14:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>New York City Health and Hospitals and Doctors Council SEIU Partner to Improve Care and the Patient Experience</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151104-NYCHH-partners-with-Doctors-Council.shtml</link>
<description>New Collaboration Councils give front line physicians a greater say in a shared approach to improving the quality of healthcare. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 4 Nov 2015 15:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>NYC Health and Hospitals Partners with Ronald McDonald House to Build First “Family Room” in Brooklyn</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151103-Ronald-McDonald-House-to-build-family-room-at-KCHC.shtml</link>
<description>The Ronald McDonald House Family Room will be built in Kings County Hospital to provide pediatric patients and families with another location where they can feel at home and at ease. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 3 Nov 2015 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Honors Nurses During Annual “Nursing Excellence” Awards</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151027-HHC-honors-nurses-during-annual-nursing-excellence-awards.shtml</link>
<description>Six nurse professionals honored with “Nursing Excellence” awards for demonstrating dedication and compassion for the field of nursing and for their patients. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2015 16:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>"Caring Neighborhoods" to Bring Primary Care to Underserved Areas Across City</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151022-Mayor-De-Blasio-announces-caring-neighborhoods-initiative.shtml</link>
<description>NYC Health and Hospitals to Open Five New Primary Care Clinics and Expand Six Others in High-Need Areas. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2015 14:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Dr. Craig Spencer Reunites with HHC Bellevue Hospital Medical Team a Year After Recovering from Ebola</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151020-Dr-Craig-Spencer-and-Bellevue-staff-reunite.shtml</link>
<description>Dr. Spencer greeted and hugged staff who successfully cared for him while he was in isolation in Bellevue’s Infectious Diseases Unit during the height of last year’s Ebola crisis. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2015 14:45:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>NYC Health and Hospitals Hosts Dozens of Free Health Screening Fairs in October</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151015-HHC-to-host-free-screening-fairs-throughout-October.shtml</link>
<description>Focus on prevention includes screenings for illnesses and chronic diseases including obesity, high blood pressure, depression, asthma, HIV, cancer and more. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2015 12:45:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>NYC Health and Hospitals Expands Its MetroPlus Health Plan to Public Employees in Effort to Reach 1 Million Members by 2020</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151007-HHC-offers-MetroPlus-Gold-to-public-employees.shtml</link>
<description>Commercial MetroPlus Gold Insurance Plan is No Cost, No Deductible, Premium Option with  Providers at over 27,000 Locations Now Available to Employees of City, CUNY, MTA, Public Libraries. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 7 Oct 2015 14:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Offers Free Depression Screenings and Counseling on National Depression Screening Day</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151007-HHC-offers-free-screenings-on-National-Depression-Screening-Day.shtml</link>
<description>Facilities throughout New York City to raise awareness about mental health education and treatment. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 7 Oct 2015 10:45:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Dr. Benard Dreyer of HHC Bellevue Elected President of the American Academy of Pediatrics</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151006-Bernard-Dreyer-elected-president-of-AAP.shtml</link>
<description>Director of Pediatrics at HHC Bellevue to head national organization of 64,000 pediatricians. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 6 Oct 2015 11:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>What You Need to Know About Medicare, the ACA and Signing Up For Health Insurance on the New York Benefit Exchange</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151006-medicare-aca-and-health-insurance-workshops.shtml</link>
<description>Free Health Insurance Workshops to Help New Yorkers Get the Most From Their Benefits. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 6 Oct 2015 11:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>NYC Health and Hospitals Joins CareConnect Network of Providers</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20151002-careconnect-partnership-w-hhc.shtml</link>
<description>Thousands of CareConnect members gain access to NYC Health and Hospitals as part of their in-network services. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 2 Oct 2015 13:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>NYC Health and Hospitals Opens New Simulation Center in Queens to Expand Staff Training Using Realistic Medical Scenarios</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150915-HHC-opens-new-simulation-center-in-queens.shtml</link>
<description>State-of-the-art satellite training center at HHC Elmhurst Hospital to help healthcare professionals master teamwork skills to improve patient care and experience. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2015 10:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Balvindar S. Sareen, MD, MBA, FACHE, Named Chief Medical Officer at HHC Lincoln Medical Center in the Bronx</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150911-dr-sareen-chief-medical-officer-lincoln.shtml</link>
<description>To oversee all medical affairs at key hospital serving the South Bronx community. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2015 10:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Lincoln Medical Center Has Helped More Than 30,000 City Residents Apply for an IDNYC</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150911-WTC-program-still-enrolling-patients.shtml</link>
<description>HHC WTC Program Still Enrolling Over 1,000 New Patients Per Year. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2015 10:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Coney Island Hospital Physician Receives Mastership from the American College of Physicians</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150910-cih-doctor-recognized-by-acp.shtml</link>
<description>Dr. Terence Brady joins Dr. John Maese and Dr. Paul Gitman at Coney Island Hospital, who also hold this prestigious title. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2015 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Two HHC Hospitals Receive Research Grants from the State to Study Obesity, Hypertension and Cardiac Arrest</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150904-lincoln-receives-research-grant.shtml</link>
<description>Over $2 million from the New York State Empire Clinical Research Investigator Program Earmarked for HHC Investigators at Lincoln and Elmhurst. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 4 Sep 2015 15:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Lincoln Medical Center Has Helped More Than 30,000 City Residents Apply for an IDNYC</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150827-Lincoln-Medical-Center-helps-city-residents-apply-for-IDNYC.shtml</link>
<description>Residents of the South Bronx can sign up for an IDNYC at HHC Lincoln Medical Center’s enrollment center, the largest and most active in the Bronx. Since opening in April, more than 30,000 residents have applied for an IDNYC at HHC Lincoln. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2015 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>CMS Announces HHC Accountable Care Organization's High Performance; Earned Bonus Payment</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150826-wilson-aco-success.shtml</link>
<description>HHC ACO member hospitals, physicians and other providers together achieved superior quality scores for patient care and reduced healthcare spending by $7.1 m, earning a Medicare Shared Savings Program payment of over $2.6 million for 2014. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2015 14:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC President Dr. Ram Raju Among "100 Most Influential People in Healthcare"</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150825-raju-most-influential.shtml</link>
<description>Modern Healthcare recognizes Dr. Raju for his leadership and impact on the healthcare industry for the second consecutive year. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2015 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Pediatricians Share 10 Health Tips to Get Kids Ready for School</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150825-back-to-school.shtml</link>
<description>HHC hospitals and community clinics offer back to school physicals, immunizations and other wellness services for kids and adolescents. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2015 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Elmhurst Hospital Center Recognized for Excellence in Lactation Care</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150821-elmhurst-lactation-excellence.shtml</link>
<description>Staff recognized for exceptional work to educate and support new moms in their decision to breastfeed. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation, EHC, Elmhurst Hospital; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2015 8:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Ten Bellevue Doctors Named Among the Best</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150806-bellevue-physicians-named-best-by-new-york-magazine.shtml</link>
<description>Ten physicians from HHC Bellevue Hospital Center have been named to New York Magazine’s list of “Best Doctors”. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 6 Aug 2015 14:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Two HHC hospitals join attempt to break world record for simultaneous breastfeeding</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150731-HHC-Queens-Harlem-Breastfeeding-World-Record.shtml</link>
<description>More than 20 moms from HHC Queens and Harlem Hospitals participated in the “2015 Global Big Latch On” attempting to set a new world record for the most women breastfeeding at the same time. Categories: Queens Hospital Center, Harlem Hospital Center, obstetrics, Queens, Manhattan, women’s health, pediatrics; Image:http://www.nychhc.orghttp://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/mother-breastfeeding-queens-harlem-world-record-193x133.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2015 13:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Elmhurst Hospital Center Teams With March of Dimes to Reduce Preterm Births</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150716-Elmhurst-Hospital-Teams-with-March-of-Dimes.shtml</link>
<description>Joins March of Dimes’ “Healthy Babies are Worth the Wait®” community program. Categories: Elmhurst Hospital Center, Queens, obstetrics, pediatrics, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2015 13:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Coney Island Hospital Re-Dedicates New Ida G. Israel Community Health Center</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150714-hhc-coney-island-hospital-re-dedicates-new-ida-israel-community-health-center.shtml</link>
<description> Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2015 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Bellevue Hospital Center Receives Additional Honors for Quality Cardiac Care</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150710-HHC-Bellevue-receives-additional-honors-for-quality-cardiac-care.shtml</link>
<description> Categories: Ebola, Bellevue, Bellevue Hospital Center, Manhattan, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2015 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Bellevue Hospital Center Named Co-Leader of New National Ebola Training and Education Center</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150707-Bellevue-named-national-ebola-leader.shtml</link>
<description>One of three centers to lead new National Ebola Training and Education Center. Categories: Ebola, Bellevue, Bellevue Hospital Center, Manhattan, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 7 Jul 2015 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Urges New Yorkers 13 and Older to Get Tested to Know Their HIV Status</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150624-hhc-urges-hiv-testing.shtml</link>
<description> Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2015 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Patricia Yang Appointed Head of New York City’s Correctional Health Services</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150618-Patricia-Yang-head-of-NYC-correctional-health-services.shtml</link>
<description> Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2015 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Hospitals Earn Top AHA/ASA Honors for Stroke and Cardiac Care</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150609-bellevue-recognized-for-excellence-in-stroke-and-cardiac-care.shtml</link>
<description>Awards from American Heart Association/American Stroke Association demonstrate commitment to quality care for stroke and cardiac patients. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2015 14:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Statement of Dr. Christina Jenkins, President and CEO, OneCity Health Services</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150612-dr-christina-jenkins-onecity-health.shtml</link>
<description> Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 4 Jun 2015 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Bellevue Doctors Help Set New World Record in American Heart Association’s CPR Relay in Times Square</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150605-bellevue-cpr-event.shtml</link>
<description>In event conceived at Bellevue, 700 people perform Hands-Only CPR in relay. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 4 Jun 2015 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Farmers Markets Bring Fresh Fruits and Vegetables to 11 Locations in 2015</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150603-hhc-farmers-market-fresh-fruits-vegetables.shtml</link>
<description>New farmers markets at HHC Kings County and HHC Gouverneur offer a variety of affordable, regionally-grown vegetables, fruits, fresh juices and flowers. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 2 Jun 2015 14:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Elmhurst Hospital Center Receives Top Honors for Quality in Stroke Care</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150522-elmhurst-quality-in-stroke.shtml</link>
<description>Hospital leader in Queens for providing high-quality, excellent, and effective stroke treatment and prevention. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2015 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Queens Hospital Center Earns ‘A’ Grade for Patient Safety</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150522-qhc-patient-safety.shtml</link>
<description>Recognized for excellence in patient safety with low rates of preventable errors, injuries, and infections. Categories: HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2015 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Honors Superior Physicians During Annual “Doctors’ Day” Celebration</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150520-HHC-Doctors-Day-Celebration.shtml</link>
<description>Awards recognize 24 physicians representing NYC’s cultural diversity in all five boroughs. Categories: Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Staten Island, awards, leadership, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2015 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>First Lady, HHC Officials Announce New Mental Health Service for Children and Teens at HHC Bellevue</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150512-bellevue-announces-mental-health-service-for-children-and-teens.shtml</link>
<description>Intensive treatment program with on-site public school for 6-17 yr olds bridges gap between psychiatric hospitalization and outpatient care and reduces need for inpatient hospital care. Categories: Bellevue Hospital Center, Manhattan, mental health, teen health, pediatrics, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2015 13:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Raises Breast Cancer Awareness with Events Throughout New York City</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150511-mammogram-manhattan.shtml</link>
<description>Breast health education events throughout May are a reminder to women that prevention, screening, and early detection are the best defenses against breast cancer. Categories: Mammogram, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2015 14:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Harlem Hospital Center Opens New Expanded and Upgraded Dental Clinic</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150508-hhc-harlem-hospital-center-opens-new-dental-clinic.shtml</link>
<description>The new clinic adds more treatment areas to increase capacity, and new dentistry and imaging equipment to improve patient experience. Categories: Harlem Hospital Center, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 8 May 2015 14:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Jacobi and NCBH Name New CMO</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150416-Dr-John-Morley-named-chief-medical-officer-at-Jacobi-and-NCBH.shtml</link>
<description>Dr. John Morley to oversee medical affairs. Categories: NCBH, Jacobi, Morley, North Central Bronx, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2015 14:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Develop “Safe Sleep” habits</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150413-Mayor-de-Blasio-announces-safe-sleep-campaign.shtml</link>
<description>Stay close, sleep apart for infant safety. Categories: Sleep, infant, suffocation, prenatal, OBGYN, postpartum, pediatrics, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2015 13:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Expert Sleep Advice</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/patients/expert-sleep-advice-tips.shtml</link>
<description>Improve your quality of life with these simple sleep tips. Categories: Kings County Hospital Center, stress relief, sleep disorders, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2015 14:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Gouverneur Completes Modernization Project</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150402-HHC-Gouverneur-Health-Completes-Modernization-to-Add-More-Nursing-Home-Beds.shtml</link>
<description>5 star-rated nursing home expands to improve patient experiences. Categories: Press release, Gouvernuer Health, Manhattan, milestone, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2015 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>New Heart Monitor at HHC Jacobi</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150326-jacobi-medical-center-advances-care-with-new-cardiac-monitor.shtml</link>
<description>Smaller and more powerful continuous cardiac monitor. Categories: Press release, Jacobi, cardiology, cardiac, heart monitor, cath lab, Medtronic, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2015 10:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Metropolitan Names New Chief Medical Officer</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150324-Dr-John-Pellicone-named-chief-medical-director-at-HHC-Metropolitan-Hospital.shtml</link>
<description>Dr. John T. Pellicone brings dynamic leadership and clinical experience to new role. Categories: Press release, Lincoln Medical Center, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2015 14:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Lincoln Medical Center First Bronx Hospital to be Named “Baby-Friendly”</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150312-lincoln-first-bronx-hospital-named-baby-friendly.shtml</link>
<description>Recognized by “Baby-Friendly USA” for promoting breastfeeding to improve infant and maternal health. Categories: Press release, Lincoln Medical Center, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2015 14:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Urges New Yorkers 50 and Older to Get a Life-Saving Colorectal Cancer Screening</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150304-colon-cancer-manhattan.shtml</link>
<description>HHC urges all New Yorkers to get screened for colorectal cancer. In New York City colorectal cancer is the second deadliest cancer, killing about 1,400 people each year. Yet 90 percent of colorectal cancers are curable when caught in the early stages.  Men and women over age 50 should have a colonoscopy at least once every 10 years. Categories: Colon, cancer, colorectal, colonoscopy, screening, Press release, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2015 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>New ACA Special Enrollment Period</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150227-metroplus-special-enrollment-period.shtml</link>
<description>Opportunity to avoid insurance tax penalty. Categories: Press release, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation, MetroPlus; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2015 12:30:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Bellevue Patient Update</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150225-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press release, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation, Bellevue Hospital; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2015 12:15:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Statement on Patient at Bellevue Hospital</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150224-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press release, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation, Bellevue Hospital; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2015 9:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Five Tips from HHC Physicians to Improve heart Health</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150224-five-tips-from-hhc-physicians-to-improve-heart-health.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press release, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2015 9:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Anthony Rajkumar to Lead Metropolitan</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150220-anthony-rajkumar-executive-director-of-hhc-mhc.shtml</link>
<description>New Executive Director brings invaluable experience to East Harlem. Categories: Press release, Metropolitan Hospital, North Central Bronx Hospital, Kings County Hospital, Queens Hospital Center, East New York Diagnostic &amp; Treatment Center, Manhattan, East Harlem, leadership; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2015 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Bonds Receive Top Rating from Fitch</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150219-hhc-bonds-receive-top-rating-from-fitch.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press release, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2015 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Bilingual ACA Enrollment Counselors From HHC's MetroPlus Health Plan</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150209-metroplus-bilingual-counselors-and-services.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press release, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation, safety, health tip; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2015 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Receives FQHC Designation</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150129-hhc-gotham-health-designation.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press release, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation, safety, health tip; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2015 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Winter Weather Health Tips</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150126-blizzard-safety-tips.shtml</link>
<description>HHC offers tips to stay healthy during extreme winter weather. Categories: Press release, HHC, Health and Hospitals Corporation, safety, health tip; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2015 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>As February 15 Deadline Nears for 2015 Enrollment Under the Affordable Care Act, a Health Insurance Expert Answers Common Questions</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150108-Metroplus-FAQ.shtml</link>
<description>Many online plans cost less than you think, expert says. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2015 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Adolescent Vaccination Rate For HPV Far Exceeds National Average For Both Genders</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150108-HHC-Leading-In-HPV-Vaccinations.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2015 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>New Year’s Baby Arrives Right on Time</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20150102-first-babyof-2015.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/firstbaby.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2015 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Bellevue Hospital Center Recognized with Quality Achievement Award for Stroke Care</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141223-achievement-award-for-stroke-care.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/Y1C1859.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Joint Statement from NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation and NYC Department of Health</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141223b-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141223b-ebola-update.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Patient Update Joint Statement from NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation and NYC Department of Health</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141223-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141223-ebola-update.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Seth Diamond, Chief Operating Officer of MetroPlus Health Plan, Answers Common Questions About the Affordable Care Act</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141219-affordable-act-care.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/metroplus-press.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Newborns at HHC Bellevue Receive 129 Pairs of Handmade Booties</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141217-newborns-at-hhc-bellevue-receive.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/Baby-Booties-Donations-7_1.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Rabbinical student Levi Rosenblatt released from HHC Bellevue Hospital Center</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141217-bellevue-statement.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141217-bellevue-statement.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2014 18:45:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Elmhurst Hospital Center Opens New Pediatric Inpatient Playroom</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141204-new-pediatric-inpatient-playroom.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/playroom.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Active Monitoring Period for Health Care Workers Who Cared for New York City's First Ebola Patient Ends Today</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141202-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2014 15:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC and Health Department Update on Individual Tested for Ebola</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141120-ebola-update2.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2014 18:25:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Bellevue Patient Update Joint statement by NYC Health Department and NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141120-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2014 13:25:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC &amp; St. Barnabas Health Collaborate</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141105-SBH-HHC-collaboration.shtml</link>
<description>Two major health systems define a common set of health projects. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Ebola Update</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/feature/ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/ebola-header-lg.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/feature/ebola-update.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 11 Nov 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC/CAMBA Partnership Paying Off</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141117-supporting-housing-developments.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/ribbon_cutting.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141117-supporting-housing-developments.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Completion of storm resiliency measures and energy efficiency upgrades.</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141113-coney-island-energy.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/Before-and-After_ConeyIsleHospital-EEProject.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141113-coney-island-energy.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Doctor Treated for Ebola Virus Disease is Discharged from HHC Bellevue Hospital Center </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141110-ebola-update3.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/home/HHC-2014-6.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141110-ebola-update3.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Mayor De Blasio, Senator Schumer Announce FEMA Commitment Of At Least $1.6 Billion To Repair And Protect Sandy-Damaged Public Hospitals</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141106-FEMA-Commitment.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20141106-raju-deblasio-schumer.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141106-FEMA-Commitment.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>SBH Health System and the NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation Announce Collaboration to Support Health Care Transformation in the Bronx</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141105-SBH-HHC-collaboration.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/SBH-HHC-logo-strip.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141105-SBH-HHC-collaboration.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Statement from NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141101-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141101-ebola-update.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Bellevue Collaborates to Improve Mental Health Services in the Juvenile Justice System</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141031-bellevue-acs-collaboration.shtml</link>
<description>Partners with ACS to provide psychiatric care to youths in detention. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Bellevue Hospital Center Celebrates 40th Anniversary of WIC Program</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141031-bellevue-wic-40th-anniversary.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/Hero-Mom-and-Son-cropped.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141031-bellevue-wic-40th-anniversary.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Nurses Honored for Remarkable Service and Dedication to Patient Care</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141028-nursing-excellence.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20141028-Nurses-graphic.jpg; </description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141028-nursing-excellence.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Statement by NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation President Dr. Ram Raju</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141027-ebola-update3.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Joint statement of NYU Langone Medical Center and HHC Bellevue Hospital Center</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141027-ebola-update2.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Statement On Patient at HHC Bellevue Hospital</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141027-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description>Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Update on Ebola Patient</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141026-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description>Statement by NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation President Dr. Ram Raju. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Statement by the New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation about Bellevue patient</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141025-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description> Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2014 11:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Readout of President Obama’s Calls with New York Officials</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141024-ebola-update-white-house.shtml</link>
<description> Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141024-ebola-update-white-house.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2014 11:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Statement on Patient at Bellevue Hospital</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141023-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description> Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141023-ebola-update.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>"Prescriptions" for Fresh Foods</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141016-prescriptions-for-fruits-and-vegetables-FVRx.shtml</link>
<description>HHC Doctors Give Families Access to More Healthy Fruits &amp; Vegetables. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/elmhurst-fruit-and-vegetables-rx-FVRx.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Statement by HHC Regarding Bellevue as Designated Center To Care for Ebola Patients for HHC System</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141015-ebola-update.shtml/</link>
<description> Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141015-ebola-update.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Statement by HHC Regarding Bellevue</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141013-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description>There are no patients at Bellevue with Ebola. Hospitals will be using enhanced scrutiny and an abundance of caution when reviewing questionable cases. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Joint Statement from HHC and NYC Department of Health</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141012-ebola-update.shtml</link>
<description>Meticulous adherence to guidelines, established with CDC guidance, will keep healthcare workers safe from infection. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141012-ebola-update.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC North Central Bronx Hospital Set to Reopen Maternity Services</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141009-NCBH-maternity-services.shtml</link>
<description>HHC completes year-long recruitment, reorganization &amp; modernization Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>City HHC Urges New Yorkers to "Move To Improve" Their Health</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140929-TCNY.shtml</link>
<description>The New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) is urging New Yorkers to “Move to Improve” in October as part of its 11th annual "Take Care New York" campaign to improve the overall health of New Yorkers. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/cms101-workshop6.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Sponsors Free Health Insurance Workshops to Help New Yorkers Get the Most From Medicare, the Affordable Care Act, and the Online New York Health Benefit Exchange</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140917-cms-medicare-affordable-care-act-nyc-health-exchange-workshops.shtml</link>
<description>The New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (HHC) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will host free public workshops at HHC hospitals to help New Yorkers understand and get the most out of benefits during the Medicare open enrollment period. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/cms101-workshop6.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC 9/11 Health Center Treats Those Affected by WTC Disaster</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140909-WTCHealthCenter.shtml</link>
<description>HHC Hospitals, Community Health Centers and Child Health Clinics Offer Back to School Physicals, Immunizations and other Wellness Services for Kids and Adolescents at Little or No Cost.  Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140909-wtc-center-2.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2014 16:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Pediatricians Share 10 Tips for "Back to School" Health</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140902-pediatricians-show-childrens-health-priority.shtml</link>
<description>New patients enrolling as mental and physical health issues arise. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/girl-w-pigtails.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140902-pediatricians-show-childrens-health-priority.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2014 16:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Dr. Raju Named to AHA Board of Trustees</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140815-ram-raju-AHA-appointed.shtml</link>
<description>HHC President Among "100 Most Influential People in Healthcare". Categories: Press Release, HHC;  Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/email/modern-healthcare-top100.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Dr. Raju Among "Most Influential"</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140826-ram-raju-modern-healthcare-top100.shtml</link>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140826-ram-raju-modern-healthcare-top100.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Statement from HHC regarding FEMA Grant for Hurricane Sandy Repairs and Future Mitigation </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140730-FEMA-grant.shtml</link>
<description>The FEMA grant to NYU is encouraging and shows that the federal government recognizes the great importance of protecting hospitals during disasters. Categories: Press Release, HHC, FEMA, NYU; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>New Birth Control Options Include IUDs Immediately After Childbirth</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140717-NYCHealth-childbirth.shtml</link>
<description>State Medicaid expands to cover IUDs and contraceptive implants given to women immediately after childbirth. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140717-NYCHealth-childbirth.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Excellence in Stroke Care</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140709-EHC-StrokeCare-Award.shtml</link>
<description>Elmhurst Hospital nationally recognized for treatment of stroke patients. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Elmhurst; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140709-EHC-StrokeCare-Award.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jul 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Queens Hospital is “Baby-Friendly”</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140627-baby-friendly.shtml</link>
<description>Queens Hospital Sets Out to Increase Breastfeeding. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Queens Hospital; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Celebrates National HIV Testing Day</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140627-hiv-testing.shtml</link>
<description>New Yorkers urged to get informed about HIV status at public hospitals and health centers. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Healthgrades awards three HHC hospitals</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140626-womens-health-award.shtml</link>
<description>Queens, Coney Island, Woodhull praised for women's care. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Queens Hospital, Coney Island Hospital, Woodhull; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140626-womens-health-award.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Bellevue Breast Care Wins Top Accreditation</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140623-bellevue-breast-care-award.shtml</link>
<description>Center of Excellence offers supportive, culturally-sensitive care. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Bellevue; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Employing Lean Methodology at Kings County Behavioral Health</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140623-lean-behavioral-health.shtml</link>
<description>New book details HHC's use of Lean methodology to improve Kings County Behavioral Health service. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Kings County Hospital; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140623-lean-behavioral-health.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Shop at Eight HHC Farmers Markets This Summer</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140613-farmersmarket.shtml</link>
<description>Public hospital farmers markets bring fresh fruits and vegetables, fighting obesity and chronic disease Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC New Health Center at Metropolitan Care to LGBT Community</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140605-Metroplitan-Health-Center-LGBT.shtml</link>
<description>Comprehensive health center aims to remove barriers to care for underserved lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender population. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC's Newest Sloan Award winner</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140604-sloanne-award.shtml</link>
<description>Janice Halloran's 23 years improving emergency care in the Bronx. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC/Touro Team Up for Psych Education</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140603-touro-college.shtml</link>
<description>HHC and Touro College to Jointly Educate PAs in Psychiatry. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Touro College; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140603-touro-college.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Healthy Breast Program Raises Awareness</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140530-komen-grant-helps-hhc-expand-breast-cancer.shtml</link>
<description>Belvis Receives Grant from Susan G. Komen Greater New York City. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Jacobi Conducts Innovative HIV and Genomics Study </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140528-jacobi-hiv-research.shtml</link>
<description>Future Advancements Could Allow Patients to Control Virus Without Medication. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140528-jacobi-hiv-research.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC President Dr. Ram Raju Budget Hearing</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140528-dr-raju-budget-hearing-2015.shtml</link>
<description>Dicusses expanding access toc are for all New Yorkers. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140528-dr-raju-budget-hearing-2015.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Kings County New Mental Health Services for Adolescents</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140506-kchc-mental-health-adolescents.shtml</link>
<description>State’s First Inpatient Unit Specifically Designed for Treatment of Psychosis in Patients Ages 16 to 23. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140506-kchc-mental-health-adolescents.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Celebrates Breast Cancer Awareness</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140502-mammograms.shtml</link>
<description>Women 40 and older urged to schedule a mammogram this year. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140502-mammogram-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140502-mammograms.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 2 May 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Honors Outstanding Physicians for  Doctors' Day</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140501-doctorsday.shtml</link>
<description>23 HHC Physicians Across All Five Boroughs Receive Doctors' Day Awards. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/doctorsday-logo-2014-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 1 May 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Elmhurst Head and Neck Cancer Screening</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140424-ehc-cancer-screening.shtml</link>
<description>Annual screening event stresses importance of early detection. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140424-ehc-cancer-screening-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140424-ehc-cancer-screening.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>New Artwork Inspires at Henry J. Carter  </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140417-kasseem-swizz-beatz-donates-art-carter-hospital.shtml</link>
<description>Swizz Beatz Dedicates Artwork to Residents and Staff. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140417-swizz-beatz-donates-art-carter-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140417-kasseem-swizz-beatz-donates-art-carter-hospital.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Unique Transit Ads for MetroPlus</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140416-metroplus-subway-ad.shtml</link>
<description>Popular health insurance plan launches new campaign in April. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/metroplus-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140416-metroplus-subway-ad.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Streamlines Purchasing for Long-Term Savings</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140415-new-centralized-procurement.shtml</link>
<description>Centralized Procurement System to Save $50 Million in First Year. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140415-new-centralized-procurement-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140415-new-centralized-procurement.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC President Honored for Leadership </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141410-dr-raju-ramanathan.shtml</link>
<description>President Raju among top minority healthcare executives. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/dr-raju-ramanathan-wide2-sm.jpg; </description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20141410-dr-raju-ramanathan.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2014 14:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Bellevue Doctor Honored for Work With Marfan Patients</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140410-dr-abe-deanda-bellevue.shtml</link>
<description>Cardiothoracic surgeon is a strong advocate for awareness of Marfan syndrome and related disorders. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140410-dr-deanda-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140410-dr-abe-deanda-bellevue.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Lincoln Medical Center Opens New ED</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140404-lincoln-ed-open.shtml</link>
<description>New Construction and Modernization Project for New York City’s Busiest Single Site Emergency Department. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140404-lincoln-ed-open3-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140404-lincoln-ed-open.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 4 Apr 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Official Statements from HHC, Harlem Hospital Center, and Father of East Harlem Explosion Victim</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140402-official-statement-harlem-explosion.shtml</link>
<description>Statement of HHC President Ram Raju, M.D. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Wed,  2 Apr 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Elmhurst Hospital Opens New Women's Pavilion</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140328-ehc-pavilion-opening.shtml</link>
<description>New facility will expand access to OB-Gyn, Prenatal Care and Childbirth classes in Queens. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140328-ehc-pavilion-opening-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140328-ehc-pavilion-opening.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Fri,  28 Mar 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Harlem Hospital Opens New ED</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140321-harlem-ed-opening.shtml</link>
<description>Expansion improves patient access, privacy, and comfort. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140321-harlem-ed-opening-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140321-harlem-ed-opening.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Fri,  21 Mar 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Expands Free Legal Services</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140319-legal-services.shtml</link>
<description>Three new HHC hospitals to offer free hospital-based legal services. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/newsletter/201403-doctor-lawyer-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140319-legal-services.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Bilingual Counselors Help Insurance Sign-Up</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140318-multilanguage-insurance.shtml</link>
<description>HHC bilingual counselors help with health insurance signup. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140318-multilanguage-insurance.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2014 15:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Ninety-nine Percent of Babies Born at Queens Hospital Center Protected from Hepatitis B</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140318-queens-hep-b.shtml</link>
<description>Queens Hospital Center honored by Immunization Action Coalition for work with infants. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140318-queens-hepatits-b-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140318-queens-hep-b.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Bronx Maternity Unit Will Reopen</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140317-ncbh-reopen-meternity-services.shtml</link>
<description>Labor &amp; Delivery services at North Central Bronx Hospital will resume late summer. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140317-ncbh-maternity-reopen-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140317-ncbh-reopen-meternity-services.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Using His Experience to Help Others in Need </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140314-bellevue-volunteer.shtml</link>
<description>Bellevue Volunteer Anthony Austin, a Paraplegic, Honored by the United Hospital Fund For Work With Other Rehab Patients. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140314-anthony-austin-sm.jpg; </description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140314-bellevue-volunteer.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2014 16:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Eradicating the Shame of Sexual Assault</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140314-bellevue-socialworker.shtml</link>
<description>Bellevue's Danielle Elleman, LCSW, Honored For Sexual Violence Work. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140314-danielle-elleman-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140314-bellevue-socialworker.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2014 15:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>HHC Urges New Yorkers 50 and Older to Get a Life-Saving Colonoscopy </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/News-PressReleases.shtml#coloncancer</link>
<description>HHC Urges New Yorkers 50 and Older to Get a Life-Saving Colonoscopy. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/News-PressReleases.shtml#coloncancer</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 7 Mar 2014 14:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Lactation Care Excellence at Lincoln</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140305-lincoln-breastfeeding-award.shtml</link>
<description>More than 90% of new moms leave hospital breastfeeding. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140305-ilana-breast-feeding-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140305-lincoln-breastfeeding-award.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 5 Mar 2014 14:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Carnegie Hall Comes to HHC</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140304-carnegie-hall.shtml</link>
<description>World class music and world class healthcare come together at free concert series focused on healthy living. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140304-carnegie-hall-toomai-sm.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140304-carnegie-hall.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 Mar 2014 13:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>A New Way for Better Care; HHC Primary Care Practices Recertifiied as Patient-Centered Medical Homes</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/News-PressReleases.shtml</link>
<description>HHC Primary Care Practices Recertified as Level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Homes. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140220-pr-pcmh-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>MetroPlus Gains on NY Health Exchange</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140219-metroplus.shtml</link>
<description>HHC's health plan popular with NYers seeking affordable coverage. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Metroplus; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/20140219-metroplus-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT </pubDate>
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<title>Bellevue Appoints New Clinical Director</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140131-dr-andrew-wallach.shtml</link>
<description>Dr. Andrew B. Wallach leads more than 90 ambulatory care clinics. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Bellevuei; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/whatsnew/20140131-andrew-wallach-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Jacobi Doctor Awarded for HIV/AIDS Care </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140130-jacobi-hiv-award.shtml</link>
<description>Recognized for innovative programs serving at-risk populations. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Jacobi; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/whatsnew/dr-yvette-calderon-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2014 17:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Actors Help Doctors Improve Care to Teens </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140117-adolescent-program.shtml</link>
<description>To train physicians, young actors simulate role of teens with complex needs. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/adolescent-standardized-v-sm2.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140117-adolescent-program.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>C-section no obstacle to breastfeeding</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20140102-elmhurst-breastfeeding.shtml</link>
<description>Elmhurst Hospital’s award winning program increases breastfeeding rates. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Elmhurst; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/whatsnew/ehc-breastfeeding-photo162x110.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2014 14:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>First HHC Babies of 2014</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/2014-1st-baby.shtml</link>
<description>First NYC baby born at Elmhurst one second after midnight. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Elmhurst; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2014 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Lincoln Medical Center Opens New State-of-the-Art Psychiatric In-Patient Unit</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20131230-lincoln-psychiatric-inpatient.shtml</link>
<description>New unit will expand access to state-of-the-art psychiatric care. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Lincoln; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/whatsnew/lincoln-psych-inpatient-162x110.jpg;</description>
<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20131230-lincoln-psychiatric-inpatient.shtml</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2013 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Dr. Martha Sullivan to Lead Gouverneur </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20131224-martha-sullivan-gouverneur.shtml</link>
<description>New Executive Director Named for Gouverneur Health. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Gouverneur; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/whatsnew/martha-sullivan-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2013 12:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Elmhurst Hospital Hosts Pedestrian Injury Summit </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20131212-ehc-pedestrian-injury-summit.shtml</link>
<description> Physicians, hospital administrators, transportation and traffic safety experts and community activists gathered at Elmhurst Hospital Center (EHC) for a citywide pedestrian injury summit. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thur, 12 Dec 2013 12:00:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<title>Award winning drug rehab program helps improve recovery </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20131202-opioid-treatment-success.shtml</link>
<description>Kings County Hospital’s substance abuse program helps drug addicted individuals stay in treatment longer with successful interventions. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/branding/kingscounty-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 2 Dec 2013 16:00:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<title>New Integrated Wellness Center at Lincoln</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20131202-opioid-treatment-success.shtml</link>
<description>Lincoln opens a new Integrated Wellness Center to bring better primary care to psychiatric patients. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/liw-logo-sm2.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 2 Dec 2013 10:00:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<title>Carter Receives First Patients </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20131126-carter-receives-patients.shtml</link>
<description>Henry J. Carter Specialty Hospital and Nursing Facility receives 228 patients from Goldwater, which will soon be decommissioned. Categories: Press Release, HHC, Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/carter-building-sm2.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2013 15.00:00 EST</pubDate>
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<title>Jacobi Honored Again for Patient Safety</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20131118-jacobi-leapfrog-award.shtml</link>
<description>For the third straight year, Jacobi Medical Center has been recognized by the Leapfrog Group for patient safety. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/pr-20131118-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2013 14:00:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<title>NCBH Receives High Honors from Joint Commission</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20131104-ncbh-joint-commission.shtml</link>
<description>The Joint Commission recognized HHC's North Central Bronx Hospital for its outstanding performance in treating patients with heart failure and pneumonia. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:/ncbh/includes/site_images/branding/logo.gif;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 4 Nov 2013 16:00:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<title>Free Depression Screening and Counseling Available</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20131010-ndsd.shtml</link>
<description>HHC offers free depression screening and counseling at 12 locations across the city on October 10 in recognition of National Depression Screening Day. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/hhc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Oct 2013 13:00:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<title>Health Screening Events Focus On Preventing Obesity</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20130926-tcny.shtml</link>
<description>HHC's 10th annual "Take Care New York" public health campaign in October will urge New Yorkers to "Commit to Be Fit" by eating healthy foods and exercising to fight illness and maintain a healthy weight. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/tcny2013-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thur, 26 Sep 2013 17:00:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<title>Free “Health Insurance” Workshops to Educate New Yorkers </title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20130910-healthcare-workshops.shtml</link>
<description>Hosted by HHC and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) the sessions will explain how to get the most out of Medicare benefits, the Affordable Care Act and the New York Health Benefit Exchange. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/pressroom/healthcare-101-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2013 17:00:00 EDT</pubDate>
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<title>Healthcare for Those Sick from 9/11</title>
<link>http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/html/news/press-release-20130905-wtc-911-anniversary.shtml</link>
<description>On the 12th Anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, HHC reminds New Yorkers of medical and mental health services that continue to be available to those suffering from 9/11-related health conditions. Categories: Press Release, HHC; Image:http://www.nychhc.org/hhc/images/newsletter/wtc-logo-sm.jpg;</description>
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<pubDate>Thur, 5 September 2013 14:00 EDT</pubDate>
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