State Assembly Member Harvey Epstein and State Senator Kristen Gonzalez speaking at a Jan. 29 press conference on Beth Israel’s possible closure. ( Photo via Manhattan East Community Association/YouTube ) Community Group Warns of “Dire Consequences” if Beth Israel Closes; Draws Support from Epstein and Gonzalez A community group says that Lower Manhattan–which is already underserved in terms of available hospital beds–will face “dire... News 04 Feb 2024 | 06:49
Dr. Sharon McLennon Weir (center), the executive director of CIDNY, speaking at a rally against Beth Israel’s closure. Pols surrounding her (from left to right) include: Mark Levine, Kristen Gonzalez, Chris Marte, Brian Kavanagh, Erik Bottcher, Carlina Rivera, Deborah Glick, and Keith Powers. ( Photo by Jack Ahern ) Pols & Health Advocates Rally Against Mount Sinai’s Plans to Close Beth Israel Mt. Sinai’s plan to close its Beth Israel campus by next July was roundly condemned at a Dec. 14 rally outside the hospital,... News 16 Dec 2023 | 03:13
City Council Member Julie Menin was the key sponsor of a bill that will force hospitals to reveal the prices they charge for various procedures, by establishing the nation’s first Office of Health Care Accountability. It passed by a 50-0 margin, and now goes to the desk of Mayor Eric Adams, who is a supporter. Photo: Office of Julie Menin City Council Passes Bill Creating Nation’s First Office Of Healthcare Accountability Different private hospitals in New York City have truly astounding fluctuations in pricing for the exact same procedures,... News 10 Jun 2023 | 03:34
The ad for the Royal Electric Cleaner appeared in a monthly magazine over 100 years ago, but it still may offer some of the soundest advice for helping to keep pesky critters at bay in your apartment. Photo: Wikimedia Commons The Battle Against Pests is a Never Ending War As the days grow longer and warmer, do you find yourself sharing your home with uninvited guests of the winged and/or 8-legged... News 09 Jun 2023 | 08:15
