Seasonal Flu: Vaccine and Prevention
People in the following groups are more likely to get severely sick and have complications from seasonal flu, so it is especially important for them to get vaccinated.
- Children younger than 5, especially those under 2
- People 50 and older, especially those 65 and older
- Pregnant people
- People with any of these medical conditions, which can increase the risk of complications from flu:
- Asthma, emphysema o
988 Crisis Lifeline
988 provides access to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network and crisis resources. This is different from 911, which dispatches Emergency Medical Services, fire, and police. The goal of 988 is to meet the country’s growing suicide and mental health related crisis care needs.
Contacting 988 is a free service.
NY Project Hope Emotional Support Helpline: 1-844-863-9314
Free Breast Cancer Screenings
The Breast Examination Center of Harlem
163 W 125th St, 4th Fl, NY, NY 10027
212-531-8000 se habla español
Hotline: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM-5 PM
Appts: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM-5 PM
1st Sat of each month 8:30 AM-3 PM
BECH is an outreach program of MSKCC, provides female residents 40 years or older with no cost mammograms and pap smears.
Call the hotline to verify to receive services.
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The ABCs of Housing
HPD's guide to housing rules and regulations for owners and tenants.
You can find more information by visiting HPD's website.