125 years! We’re celebrating more than a century of advancing public health. Join @NYHealthCommish as he recounts some of our inspiring history.

On Veterans Day we celebrate those who answered our nation’s call & the people who care for them. DOH-operated Veterans Homes at Batavia & St. Albans have earned five-star CMS ratings, reflecting exceptional care for the vets who call them home. Info: nysdoh.info/VetsHomes

Honor flights are organized to provide vets who served in World War II, the Korean War & the Vietnam War a chance to visit the memorials built to honor their service. For vets unable to travel, the DOH-operated Veterans Home at Oxford home brought the experience to them.

Measles spreads very easily and can be especially dangerous for those who are pregnant or have weakened immune systems and for babies. The best way to protect yourself and the people you love is to get vaccinated against the virus. Measles info: health.ny.gov/measles

Flu hospitalizations are up more than 100% in just one week in NY. The numbers are a reminder that flu can be more than just a few miserable days at home. Getting vaccinated is one of the best ways to protect yourself against potentially serious illness: nysdoh.info/flu

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Make sure your holiday plans include protecting yourself and your loved ones against serious illness. Get your flu shot by Nov. 12 to be ready for dinner. What else you need to know about seasonal respiratory illness and prevention: nysdoh.info/RespViruses

Doctors are using lifestyle medicine to prevent and treat chronic diseases that 4 in 10 New York adults live with. It allows you to choose one key thing out of 6 that helps you build daily habits to build a healthier life. Learn more about it: nysdoh.info/OneSmallStep

Attention, New Yorkers! Work requirements for Medicaid coverage will start on January 1, 2027. #WorkRequirements #NYSMedicaid info.nystateofhealth.ny.gov/stay-covered

Each year, hundreds of people mistake symptoms like headaches, fatigue, nausea & dizziness for the flu. These could actually be signs of Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning—a silent and deadly threat.

Learn more about the dangers of CO and how to stay safe: bit.ly/3JLe3JE

In Sept, New Yorkers did not keep pace with last year’s flu shot numbers. In Oct, vaccinations were up and ahead of last year’s pace. The game plan: stay strong on offense--roll up your sleeve, get your flu shot and keep serious illness at bay. nysdoh.info/flu

Understand your health plan options before you enroll! Browse 2027 Qualified Health Plans now, so you can jump right into your application. spklr.io/6013EVxv5 #WeGotYou #EnrollNY #OpenEnrollment

Starting January 1, 2027, some #Medicaid members will need to meet work, school, volunteer or job training requirements to keep their health coverage. This is a new federal rule called Work Requirements for Medicaid Coverage.
Learn more: spklr.io/6013EVLpR

Yes, respiratory viruses are starting to circulate. No, you do not have to endure annual illness from flu, COVID-19 and RSV. Simple precautions and a safe and effective vaccine are the best places to start. Learn more: nysdoh.info/respviruses

If you pay for electricity or natural gas through one of the state’s utility companies, you may quality for savings. Half of all New York households are now eligible for monthly relief through the Energy Affordability Program. Learn more and apply: ny.gov/EAP

Open enrollment for health coverage in 2027 is now open. Check the dates to make sure you are on track, verify your info and consent, and find free, in-person help: nystateofhealth.ny.gov or 1-855-355-5777.

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Adults 50 & older are at risk of serious illness from RSV. .@NYHealthCommish explains there is a simple, effective vaccine that can prevent the infection from causing serious health problems for those at risk. Watch his video, then learn more about RSV: nysdoh.info/RSV

A stroke is always an emergency and symptoms always occur suddenly. Learn to act if you notice someone showing signs of a stroke and take steps to reduce your risk. Learn more: nysdoh.info/stroke

RSV can be particularly dangerous for infants. Press play to hear @NYHealthCommish explain how an RSV infection affects babies and what you can do to protect them, including vaccination for baby and mom-to-be…
More information about RSV: nysdoh.info/RSV

.@NYHealthCommish: “Food banks and emergency food organizations are cornerstones of local communities across the state, ensuring no family goes hungry. I thank @GovKathyHochul for her continued commitment to supporting programs that improve nutrition and advance health equity.”