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nycHealthy is the official account of the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. User Policy: on.nyc.gov/2mBFgAg

New York, NY nyc.gov/health Joined December 2008

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nychealthy @nycHealthy 11h

New Yorkers: If you're worried about staying warm this year, help is available.

Applications for the Home Energy Assistance Program are now open.

Learn more and apply: on.nyc.gov/4iG81rq

www.ny.gov Apply for Heating Assistance (HEAP) New Yorkers can get help with paying their home heating costs under the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).

nychealthy @nycHealthy 1d

Visibility drops at dusk, and your speed should too.

This time of year, evening commutes will become darker. We’re reminding drivers to slow down, stay alert, and yield to pedestrians and cyclists: nyc.gov/streetsafety

Visibility drops at dusk, increasing pedestrian crash risks around sunset; drivers urged to slow down for safety.

nychealthy @nycHealthy 2d

November is #DiabetesMonth. Our free diabetes self-management classes can help you or someone you know manage diabetes and delay complications. Classes are offered both online and in-person at locations across NYC.

Register: on.nyc.gov/4sG18e9

nychealthy @nycHealthy 2d

Vape waste harms the environment. Vapes contain liquid nicotine, considered hazardous, plus plastic and e-waste. In 2022, @NYCSanitation collected 500+ tons of vape waste.

Help protect the environment—find a safe disposal site near you: on.nyc.gov/49VP53a #cities4health

Photo of a person discarded a bag of e-cigarettes

nychealthy @nycHealthy 3d

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in NYC. Screening can detect lung cancer before you start showing symptoms. If you smoke or have ever smoked you may be eligible for free screening.

Learn more: on.nyc.gov/47XsHWY #cities4health