Public Health On Call 703 - Living Healthier and Longer in New York City
Jan 3, 2024
New Yorkers have lost up to 6 years of life expectancy due to the pandemic. Healthy NYC aims to improve overall health and claw back these losses. The initiative focuses on tackling leading causes of death like cardiovascular disease and diabetes, and reducing health disparities. Factors like access to healthcare, climate change, and mental health are also addressed. The collaboration between agencies, health systems, and community organizations is crucial in launching Healthy NYC.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Analyzing Life Expectancy and Developing Strategies for Health Improvement
03:54 • 4min
Addressing Leading Causes of Death and Health Inequities in New York City
07:49 • 4min
Extending Life Expectancy and Addressing Cross-Cutting Factors
11:26 • 3min
Collaborative Efforts in Launching Healthy NYC
14:25 • 3min