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July 28, 2010
State Health Department Unveils Hard-Hitting Smoking Cessation Public Service Announcements.
The New York State Health Department (DOH) today introduced two new hard-hitting TV public service announcements that are intended to give smokers a wake-up call.
July 15, 2010
Governor Paterson Announces Availability of $30 Million in Grants to Support Behavioral Health Care Services
Governor David A. Paterson today announced the availability of $30 million in grants to support capital projects that address needs in the delivery of behavioral health services.
July 12, 2010
Governor Paterson Announces $140 Million in Grants for Health Care Information Technology
Governor David A. Paterson today announced the availability of $140 million in grants to health facilities across the State to advance health information technology (IT) and support capital restructuring and long-term care improvements.
July 09, 2010
Governor Paterson Announces $150 Million Available for Long-Term Care Alternatives
Governor David A. Paterson announced that New York State will fund up to $150 million in projects to help communities develop alternatives to traditional nursing homes as the State works to further modernize and right-size its long-term health care system.
July 08, 2010
Governor Paterson Announces New State Website on Federal Health Care Reform and Implementation
Governor David A. Paterson today announced the launch of a new State website on Federal health care reform. The website - www.HealthCareReform.ny.gov - includes descriptions of health care reform, how it will benefit New Yorkers, and the progress of implementation in the State. The website also includes information on how residents can obtain health insurance coverage and the public programs already in place in the State.
July 06, 2010
State Health Department, State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Advise Caution in Hot Weather
State Health Commissioner Richard F. Daines, M.D., today reminded New Yorkers to know the signs of heat-related illness and to protect themselves during this heat wave that is expected to continue through this week.
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