Health & Safety - The NYCHA Journal

HUD’s NSPIRE Inspections: NYCHA Sites Scheduled This Month

Vincent Echavaria — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:25:00 +0000

View the NYCHA developments scheduled for NSPIRE inspections in June.

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It’s UV Safety Awareness Month

Michael — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:18:00 +0000

It’s UV Safety Awareness Month, so let’s shine some light on the topic: Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is emitted by both

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Tips for Beating the Heat

Michael — Fri, 20 Jun 2025 13:29:21 +0000

New Yorkers should make a plan and prepare for extreme weather during the summer.

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Register Your Life-Support Equipment with Con Edison

LaToya — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 08:00:00 +0000

If you use life-support equipment or someone in your household does, it’s important to let Con Edison know. Con Edison

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It’s Child Safety Awareness Month

Michael — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:18:00 +0000

Child Safety Awareness Month is an opportunity for children, parents, and caregivers to learn about potential hazards and how to

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Read “Healthy Happenings,” the EHS Newsletter

Michael — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 08:18:00 +0000

Message from the Environmental Health & Safety Officer Now that it’s June, let’s take a moment to explore how to

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‘Maintenance Cares’ Program Targets Priority Repairs Across NYCHA

Vincent Echavaria — Mon, 26 May 2025 09:00:00 +0000

To improve residents’ quality of life, NYCHA maintenance staff are helping to resolve apartment conditions in urgent need of repairs

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It’s National Heatstroke Prevention Day

Michael — Fri, 02 May 2025 07:18:00 +0000

May 1 is recognized every year as National Heatstroke Prevention Day to raise awareness about the dangers of heatstroke and

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It’s Asthma Awareness Month

Michael — Fri, 02 May 2025 06:36:00 +0000

Asthma is a serious, sometimes life-threatening chronic respiratory disease that affects nearly 25 million Americans, including four million children. May

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It’s National Playground Safety Week

Michael — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:18:00 +0000

Playing in playgrounds is great for a child’s physical, social, and cognitive development. To ensure a safe and enriching experience

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