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# Public Health Solutions

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## Posts
- [Press Release: New Social Care Network Help 1.5 Million New Yorkers](https://healthsolutions.org/new-social-care-networks-help-1-5-million-new-yorkers/): WholeYouNYC partners gather at Met Council's Spitzer Fulfillment Center to mark 750,000 New York City Medicaid members screened, credit Governor Hochul's leadership and a bipartisan federal partnership, and call for a five-year extension before the waiver expires in March 2027
- [The Rising Cost of Food, and the Help That Makes a Difference](https://healthsolutions.org/the-rising-cost-of-food-and-the-help-that-makes-a-difference/): Michelle Jaquez had just moved to Harlem with her four children, including a school-aged son, when a text message came through about a back-to-school health and wellness fair hosted by Public Health Solutions' WholeYouNYC social care network WholeYouNYC and ModifyHealth. Saturdays are usually a workday for her, but she decided to come anyway, joining more than 1,000 neighbors who turned out that day. 
- [Press Release: 1,000+ New Yorkers Access Food Assistance, School Supplies, and Health Resources](https://healthsolutions.org/press-release-1000-new-yorkers-access-food-assistance-school-supplies-and-health-resources/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
- [NY pushes to extend $7.5B Medicaid services pilot program](https://healthsolutions.org/ny-pushes-to-extend-7-5b-medicaid-services-pilot-program/)
- [Some New York Latinos Are Finding Out The Hard Way That They’ve Lost Health Insurance](https://healthsolutions.org/some-new-york-latinos-are-finding-out-the-hard-way-that-theyve-lost-health-insurance/)
- [PHS Builds Coalition in Support of Social Care Access ​​​](https://healthsolutions.org/phs-builds-coalition-in-support-of-social-care-access/): PHS Builds Coalition in Support of Social Care Access as WholeYouNYC Reaches 600,000 Screening Milestone
- [New York Took an Important Step on Nicotine Pouches. The Work Isn’t Over.](https://healthsolutions.org/new-york-took-an-important-step-on-nicotine-pouches-the-work-isnt-over/): By Cassaundra Howell
- [Press Release: WholeYouNYC, New York’s largest designated Social Care Network, screens nearly 600,000 Medicaid members](https://healthsolutions.org/wholeyounyc-600000-medicaid-members-for-health-related-social-needs/): Media Contacts
- [Stolen Food Stamp Funds Leave Thousands Hungry as New York Sleeps on Reforms](https://healthsolutions.org/stolen-food-stamp-funds-leave-thousands-hungry-as-new-york-sleeps-on-reforms/): June 25, 2026
- [Partner Spotlight: Fountain House](https://healthsolutions.org/partner-spotlight-fountain-house/): For over 75 years, Fountain House has been a beacon of hope and recovery for people living with serious mental illness. Through their Clubhouse programs in New York City and Los Angeles, as well as national policy, advocacy and research initiatives, they have transformed the lives of tens of thousands of people living with serious mental illness.
- [Partner Spotlight: Coordinated Behavioral Care](https://healthsolutions.org/partner-spotlight-coordinated-behavioral-care/): For more than 15 years, Coordinated Behavioral Care has been helping community organizations do what they do best, making it easier to deliver care that truly changes lives. Founded to build one of New York’s first behavioral health networks, Coordinated Behavioral Care (CBC) brings together over 70 community-based behavioral health, housing, and human service organizations. CBC was created to tackle challenges that no single provider should have to solve alone. Care management for people with complex needs, smoother transitions from hospital to community, and sustained, compassionate support to help people experiencing homelessness move into safe, stable places they can call home. 
- [Thank You Note From Zach Hennessey, EVP of WholeYouNYC](https://healthsolutions.org/thank-you-note-from-zach-hennessey-evp-of-wholeyounyc/): Dear Partners, 
- [Concerns raised after FDA reverses e-cigarette policy](https://healthsolutions.org/concerns-raised-after-fda-reverses-e-cigarette-policy/)
- [Black mothers face higher postpartum mental health risks. Here’s how to help](https://healthsolutions.org/black-mothers-face-higher-postpartum-mental-health-risks-heres-how-to-help/)
- [Another Voice: To tackle the looming health care crisis, New York must pay its public health workers fairly](https://healthsolutions.org/another-voice-to-tackle-the-looming-health-care-crisis-new-york-must-pay-its-public-health-workers-fairly/)
- [What You Need to Know: How to Apply for WIC Food Benefits in New York](https://healthsolutions.org/what-you-need-to-know-how-to-apply-for-wic-food-benefits-in-new-york/): City Limits
- [NYC Partnership Targets Medicaid Population for HRSN Screenings](https://healthsolutions.org/nyc-partnership-targets-medicaid-population-for-hrsn-screenings/): Healthcare Innovation
- [Celebrating Women’s History Month: Insights from PHS WIC Director Olga Tkachenko](https://healthsolutions.org/neighborhood-wic-supporting-women-strengthening-families/): This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the vital role WIC plays in supporting women, children, and families across our communities. In this Q&A, Public Health Solutions’ Neighborhood WIC Director Olga Tkachenko shares how the WIC program is evolving and what the changing landscape means for women and families in New York City. 
- [Press Release: Hyphen Expands Its Connected-Care Infrastructure to Advance Medicaid 1115 Waiver Performance Targets in NYC](https://healthsolutions.org/hyphen-expands-its-connected-care-infrastructure-to-advance-medicaid-1115-waiver-performance-targets-in-nyc/): Hartford, CT (March 20, 2026) — As New York State continues to implement its Medicaid 1115 Waiver reform, Hyphen is supporting a 40,000-patient screening initiative aimed at identifying unmet social needs across New York City through its connected-care infrastructure. In partnership with Public Health Solutions (PHS) and Yuvo Health, the initiative embeds health-related social needs screenings, real-time eligibility identification, and secure cross-organizational data exchange directly into frontline clinical workflows. The goal is not only to identify unmet social needs such as food or housing insecurity, but to track and document successful connections to services, a core performance requirement under the waiver, by June 30, 2026
- [Press Release: Yuvo Health Partners with Public Health Solutions to Advance Health Equity During Women’s History Month](https://healthsolutions.org/yuvo-health-partners-with-public-health-solutions-to-advance-health-equity-during-womens-history-month/): Partnership targets 40,000 screenings across New York City by June 30 to identify and address residents’ unmet needs, including food insecurity, housing instability, and transportation barriers.
- [WholeYouNYC Announces Major Expansion with New Social Care Network Initiative](https://healthsolutions.org/wholeyounyc-announces-major-expansion-with-new-social-care-network-initiative-2/): We are excited to share that Public Health Solutions’ WholeYouNYC has been awarded the Social Care Network (SCN) infrastructure grant, serving Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan. This remarkable achievement acknowledges the hard work and dedication of our diverse community partners, and we are excited to embark on this journey to improve health equity across the city.
- [Advancing health equity while opening the doors for others](https://healthsolutions.org/advancing-health-equity-while-opening-the-doors-for-others/): City & State NY
- [Partner Spotlight: The Child Center of NY](https://healthsolutions.org/partner-spotlight-the-child-center-of-ny/): The Child Center of NY Benefits Access program serves low-income individuals and families across New York City, including single-parent households, immigrants, seniors, individuals with disabilities, and families experiencing housing and food insecurity. Many of their clients live in high-cost neighborhoods where rising rent, limited access to affordable healthcare, and economic instability create ongoing stress. Clients often face barriers such as language access needs, limited digital literacy, inconsistent internet or phone access, and difficulty navigating complex NYC public benefit systems.
- [Member Story:  What Happens When Someone Actually Coordinates Your Care? One New Yorker’s Experience with WholeYouNYC](https://healthsolutions.org/member-story-what-happens-when-someone-actually-coordinates-your-care/): When health challenges come with social barriers—like affording food or getting to appointments—people often fall through the cracks, navigating multiple agencies and waitlists on their own. WholeYouNYC changes this by coordinating essential support through a single point of contact. Kevin, a New York City resident, experienced this difference firsthand when he connected with the program in early 2025. After losing his mother left him facing both mobility and financial challenges, having one navigator made all the difference. We spoke with him about his experience. His name has been changed to protect his privacy.
- [A Letter From Zachariah Hennessey, EVP](https://healthsolutions.org/a-letter-from-zachariah-hennessey-evp-jan-2026/): Dear WholeYouNYC Partners,
- [Shutdown deal brought a reprieve for WIC. But NY braces for ripple effect of other looming aid cuts.](https://healthsolutions.org/shutdown-deal-brought-a-reprieve-for-wic-but-ny-braces-for-ripple-effect-of-other-looming-aid-cuts/): Healthbeat New York
- [Thousands of New Yorkers start new year with higher healthcare costs](https://healthsolutions.org/thousands-of-new-yorkers-start-new-year-with-higher-healthcare-costs/): NY1
- [Public Health Solutions, CAIPA, and Hyphen Partner to Advance Integration of Social and Medical Care Across New York](https://healthsolutions.org/public-health-solutions-caipa-and-hyphen-partner-to-advance-integration-of-social-and-medical-care-across-new-york/): Building on its role as an interoperability and analytics partner for Public Health Solutions (PHS) under New York’s 1115 waiver, Hyphen now connects over 300 CAIPA providers to PHS’ WholeYouNYC network
- [Press Release: Public Health Solutions, CAIPA, and Hyphen Partner to Advance Integration of Social and Medical Care Across New York](https://healthsolutions.org/public-health-solutions-caipa-and-hyphen-partner/): Building on its role as an interoperability and analytics partner for Public Health Solutions (PHS) under New York’s 1115 waiver, Hyphen now connects over 300 CAIPA providers to PHS’ WholeYouNYC network
- [Cassaundra Howell Named President & CEO of Public Health Solutions](https://healthsolutions.org/cassaundra-howell-named-president-ceo-of-public-health-solutions/): New York, NY – Public Health Solutions (PHS)’ Board of Directors is proud to announce that it has selected Cassaundra Howell to serve as the organization’s next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026...
- [Public Health Solutions Earns Silver Anthem Award for Excellence in Community Health Engagement ](https://healthsolutions.org/public-health-solutions-earns-silver-anthem-award-for-excellence-in-community-health-engagement/): New York, NY — November 18, 2025 – Public Health Solutions’(PHS) NYC Breastfeeding Warmline has been named a Silver Winner in the Community Engagement, Health category at the 5th Annual Anthem Awards. 
- [Health care sticker shock as Affordable Care Act enrollment begins](https://healthsolutions.org/health-care-sticker-shock-as-affordable-care-act-enrollment-begins/): Newsday
- [Women’s Health, Rights, and the Power of Collective Action ](https://healthsolutions.org/womens-health-rights-and-the-power-of-collective-action/): Surrounded by so many remarkable women at NYC CHIEF, and joined by Dr. Chelsea Clinton, I reflected on decades of work in women’s health and the ongoing fight for equity. The salon was not only a discussion of the state of women’s health but also a moment to honor the leadership and dedication that have shaped my journey and the work of Public Health Solutions. 
- [Member Story: How WholeYouNYC Helped One Queens Family Find Stability](https://healthsolutions.org/member-story-how-wholeyounyc-helped-one-family-find-stability/): Lizbeth Rodriguez, a young mother living with her family in Queens, first heard about Public Health Solutions' WholeYouNYC through her health insurance provider, Fidelis Care. At the time, she was facing mounting stress over her utility bills. “I was struggling to keep up with my light bill,” Lizbeth said. “My biggest need was making sure our lights stayed on so my family could have a stable home environment.”
- [Partner Spotlight: Korean Community Services](https://healthsolutions.org/partner-spotlight-korean-community-services/): Korean Community Services (KCS) serves a wide range of immigrant communities in New York City, with a primary focus on Korean and Asian American populations; they are currently working to extend their reach to Latino, African American, and other immigrant groups. KCS provides culturally and linguistically appropriate services that address critical needs in healthcare, education, and social services. Programs include senior services such as meal distribution and wellness activities, English language and citizenship classes, mental health counseling, and benefits enrollment assistance, including SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), healthcare, and transportation programs like Fair Fares. KCS is deeply committed to reducing health disparities and empowering vulnerable populations to access the resources they need for a better quality of life.
- [Member Story: A Mother’s Fight to Keep Her Home](https://healthsolutions.org/member-story-a-mothers-fight-to-keep-her-home/): When Maria reached out in April, she was facing the threat of eviction and carrying the burden of back rent—much of it inherited after the passing of her sister. A devoted mother to her son, Michael, Maria had already tried seeking help from another organization but never heard back. 
- [Partner Spotlight: United Health Plan](https://healthsolutions.org/partner-spotlight-united-health-plan/): Urban Health Plan (UHP), one of New York State’s largest federally qualified health centers, serves communities in the Bronx, Corona (Queens), and Central Harlem. With a holistic approach to care, UHP offers a wide range of services across 12 care centers, 12 school-based sites, behavioral health clinics, specialty care, home visits, and community food programs.
- [Federal Cuts Threaten Healthcare and Food Assistance for Millions](https://healthsolutions.org/federal-cuts-threaten-healthcare-and-food-assistance-for-millions/): On July 4, 2025, the passage of H.R.1 introduced major federal cuts that will reduce or eliminate health coverage and food assistance for millions, starting January 1, 2026 and continuing through FY 2028.
- [A Letter from Zachariah Hennessey, EVP: September 2025](https://healthsolutions.org/a-letter-from-zachariah-hennessey/): Dear WholeYouNYC Partners,   
- [EMPATHS program – Help always there for maternal mental health](https://healthsolutions.org/empaths-program-help-always-there-for-maternal-mental-health/): Amsterdam News
- [Legionnaires’ outbreak in Harlem exposes grim future risks for NYC as steep Medicaid cuts loom](https://healthsolutions.org/legionnaires-outbreak-in-harlem-exposes-grim-future-risks-for-nyc-as-steep-medicaid-cuts-loom/): amNewYork
- [How nonprofits will shoulder burden of Trump megabill](https://healthsolutions.org/how-nonprofits-will-shoulder-burden-of-trump-megabill/): City & State New York
- [PHS President & CEO Lisa David Honored with NNPHI Lifetime Achievement Award](https://healthsolutions.org/phs-president-ceo-lisa-david-honored-with-nnphi-lifetime-achievement-award/): Public Health Solutions (PHS) is proud to announce that our President and CEO, Lisa David, has received the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI). This national honor recognizes Lisa’s unwavering commitment to placing people at the center of care and advancing health equity across communities.
- [Can You Stop People From Smoking Outside Your Building?](https://healthsolutions.org/can-you-stop-people-from-smoking-outside-your-building/): The New York Times
- [What Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful’ Bill Means for NYC](https://healthsolutions.org/what-trumps-big-beautiful-bill-means-for-nyc/): The City
- [New Yorkers Are More Afraid of Losing Health Insurance Than Facing Another Pandemic, According to New Survey](https://healthsolutions.org/new-yorkers-are-more-afraid-of-losing-health-insurance-than-facing-another-pandemic-according-to-new-survey/): As Federal Medicaid Cuts Loom, More than Two Thirds of Lower-Income New Yorkers Report They Won’t Be Able to Maintain Their Health Without Insurance
- [Trump Is Gutting Healthcare—But Women’s Health Was Already Disastrously Underfunded](https://healthsolutions.org/trump-is-gutting-healthcare-but-womens-health-was-already-disastrously-underfunded/): Written by Lisa David, President and CEO of Public Health Solutions
- [Trump Is Gutting Healthcare—But Women’s Health Was Already Disastrously Underfunded](https://healthsolutions.org/trump-is-gutting-healthcare-but-womens-health-was-already-disastrously-underfunded-2/): Ms. Magazine
- [Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation donates $200k towards new maternal mental health screening and referral program](https://healthsolutions.org/anthem-blue-cross-and-blue-shield-foundation-donates-200k-towards-new-maternal-mental-health-screening-and-referral-program/): Bronx Times
- [‘This Side Up’ onesies and crib distribution: Infant sleep safety efforts central in Queens](https://healthsolutions.org/this-side-up-onesies-and-crib-distribution-infant-sleep-safety-efforts-central-in-queens/): Healthbeat New York
- [Amid Disappearing Federal Funds, Could New York Be a Model for City-Level Health?](https://healthsolutions.org/amid-disappearing-federal-funds-could-new-york-be-a-model-for-city-level-health/): Nonprofit Quarterly
- [‘All public health is local’: Experts sound alarm on consequences of HHS shuttering NYC regional office](https://healthsolutions.org/all-public-health-is-local-experts-sound-alarm-on-consequences-of-hhs-shuttering-nyc-regional-office/): Healthbeat New York
- [Diaper Bankers United to Push for New York State Funding  ](https://healthsolutions.org/diaper-bankers-united-to-push-for-new-york-state-funding/): By Camille Tinder   
- [Remembering Cecile Richards](https://healthsolutions.org/remembering-cecile-richards/): Together with our many partners and friends, we mourn the loss of Cecile Richards, who passed away on January 20, 2025 from glioblastoma.
- [Mayor Adams Issues Order Requiring City Agencies to Designate Chief Nonprofit Officer to Improve Services, Expedite Payments to Providers](https://healthsolutions.org/mayor-adams-issues-order-requiring-city-agencies-to-designate-chief-nonprofit-officer-to-improve-services-expedite-payments-to-providers/): NYC Office of the Mayor
- [Closure of two Brooklyn reproductive health centers leaves void for low-income women](https://healthsolutions.org/closure-of-two-brooklyn-reproductive-health-centers-leaves-void-for-low-income-women/): News 12 Brooklyn
- [Op-ed: January is the time to kickstart your quit-smoking journey](https://healthsolutions.org/op-ed-january-is-the-time-to-kickstart-your-quit-smoking-journey/): The Bronx Times
- [Public Health Solutions to close two sexual health clinics](https://healthsolutions.org/public-health-solutions-to-close-two-sexual-health-clinics/): Crain's New York
- [Brooklyn’s Sexual Health Landscape Faces Setback as Two Public Health Solutions Centers Announce Closure by April 2025](https://healthsolutions.org/brooklyns-sexual-health-landscape-faces-setback-as-two-public-health-solutions-centers-announce-closure-by-april-2025/): Hoodline
- [Public Health Solutions Announces Closure of Brooklyn Sexual and Reproductive Health Centers   ](https://healthsolutions.org/public-health-solutions-announces-closure-of-brooklyn-sexual-and-reproductive-health-centers/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
- [From Overwhelmed to Overjoyed: A Family’s Journey Thanks to You](https://healthsolutions.org/from-overwhelmed-to-overjoyed-a-familys-journey-thanks-to-you/): As the year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the incredible difference you’ve made by supporting Public Health Solutions. It’s because of you that we’ve been able to serve thousands of New Yorkers who turned to us for help. With the holidays fast approaching, I want to share a story that captures the profound impact of your generosity.
- [Empower A Mother, Nourish A Child: Amen’s Story](https://healthsolutions.org/empower-a-mother-nourish-a-child-amens-story/): Dear Friend,
- [New York Takes Steps to Address Maternal Mortality](https://healthsolutions.org/new-york-takes-steps-to-address-maternal-mortality/): As the President and CEO of Public Health Solutions, I am heartened by Governor Kathy Hochul's recent signature of two pivotal laws aimed at addressing the maternal mortality crisis and bolstering support for pregnant individuals in New York State.  
- [Empower A Mother, Nourish A Child: Daisia’s Story](https://healthsolutions.org/empower-a-mother-nourish-a-child/): To Whom It May Concern,
- [WholeYouNYC Announces Major Expansion with New Social Care Network Initiative ](https://healthsolutions.org/wholeyounyc-announces-major-expansion-with-new-social-care-network-initiative/): We are excited to share that Public Health Solution’s WholeYouNYC, has been awarded the Social Care Network (SCN) infrastructure grant, serving Brooklyn, Queens, and Manhattan. This remarkable achievement acknowledges the hard work and dedication of our diverse community partners, and we are excited to embark on this journey to improve health equity across the city. 
- [NY State Awards $500M to Create Social Care Network Program](https://healthsolutions.org/ny-state-awards-500m-to-create-social-care-network-program/): Healthcare Innovation
- [NYC Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan Addresses Medicaid Social Care Networks Expansion](https://healthsolutions.org/nyc-health-commissioner-dr-ashwin-vasan-addresses-medicaid-social-care-networks-expansion/): Harlem World
- [Governor Hochul Announces $500 Million for New Social Care Networks Program to Deliver Social Services and Improve Health Outcomes for Millions of Low-Income New Yorkers](https://healthsolutions.org/governor-hochul-announces-500-million-for-new-social-care-networks-program-to-deliver-social-services-and-improve-health-outcomes-for-millions-of-low-income-new-yorkers/): Governor Kathy Hochul
- [Brooklyn non-profit receives grant for Social Care Network program](https://healthsolutions.org/brooklyn-non-profit-receives-grant-for-social-care-network-program/): Brooklyn Eagle
- [Two Years After Dobbs: The Ongoing Battle For Reproductive Rights](https://healthsolutions.org/two-years-after-dobbs-the-ongoing-battle-for-reproductive-rights/): Two years ago, the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade, ending nearly five decades of federal protection for abortion rights. This shift has altered reproductive rights in the United States, with dangerous implications for healthcare professionals and patients alike.  
- [A portrait of New York’s uninsured](https://healthsolutions.org/a-portrait-of-new-yorks-uninsured/): Clear Health Costs
- [Study to Compare Ways to Improve Maternal Healthy Weight](https://healthsolutions.org/study-to-compare-ways-to-improve-maternal-healthy-weight/): Columbia University Irving Medical Center
- [Is smoking stylish again? Experts sound alarm as cigarettes become a trend on NYFW runways](https://healthsolutions.org/is-smoking-stylish-again-experts-sound-alarm-as-cigarettes-become-a-trend-on-nyfw-runways/): New York Post
- [Supreme Court to Rule on Medication Abortion](https://healthsolutions.org/supreme-court-to-rule-on-medication-abortion/): Last week, the Supreme Court agreed to review a lower court ruling from earlier this year that challenged FDA approval of the drug Mifepristone, one of two essential medications used for medication abortion. Without taking this action, restrictions on the drug could be going into effect. However, should the Supreme Court hear the case and uphold the lower court’s ruling, the impact on reproductive freedom would be devastating. It is critical the Supreme Court overturns the ruling, preserves the authority and expertise of the FDA, and keeps Mifepristone on the market.
- [Best of Manhattan: Best Public Health Advocate](https://healthsolutions.org/best-of-manhattan-best-public-health-advocate/): Our Town
- [Here’s how New York Medicaid plans to bring social care networks and revamp its value-based payment program](https://healthsolutions.org/heres-how-new-york-medicaid-plans-to-bring-social-care-networks-and-revamp-its-value-based-payment-program/): Fierce Healthcare
- [COVID season returns as FDA approves new vaccine](https://healthsolutions.org/covid-season-returns-as-fda-approves-new-vaccine/): News 12 New York
- [Public Health Solutions CEO and President Lisa David discusses health equity](https://healthsolutions.org/public-health-solutions-ceo-and-president-lisa-david-discusses-health-equity/): Spectrum News NY1
- [Statement on Opill Approval](https://healthsolutions.org/statement-on-opill-approval/): “Public Health Solutions applauds the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approval of Opill, the nation’s first nonprescription oral contraceptive, as a groundbreaking expansion for women's health in our country.
- [Mayor Adams And Hinds-Radix Take Aim At Vaping Giants From Harlem To The Hudson](https://healthsolutions.org/mayor-adams-and-hinds-radix-take-aim-at-vaping-giants-from-harlem-to-the-hudson/): Harlem World
- [Unite Us Partners with Healthix and Regional Social Care Networks to Improve Quality of Life for New York City and Long Island Residents](https://healthsolutions.org/unite-us-partners-with-healthix-and-regional-social-care-networks-to-improve-quality-of-life-for-new-york-city-and-long-island-residents/): Unite Us
- [Brooklyn abortion clinic gears up for Fifth Circuit mifepristone ruling](https://healthsolutions.org/brooklyn-abortion-clinic-gears-up-for-fifth-circuit-mifepristone-ruling-2/): MSNBC
- [Brooklyn abortion clinic gears up for Fifth Circuit mifepristone ruling](https://healthsolutions.org/brooklyn-abortion-clinic-gears-up-for-fifth-circuit-mifepristone-ruling/): Yahoo!
- [Statement on the Mifepristone Ruling](https://healthsolutions.org/statement-on-mifepristone-ruling/): On Friday, April 7th, US District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk issued a ruling to reverse the FDA’s approval of mifepristone, one of two vital medications used for medical abortion, which has been safely used by millions of people since it was first approved 23 years ago. Make no mistake – this unprecedented decision is a threat to public health and healthcare quality, posing serious and life-threatening consequences for millions of people beyond Texas into states like New York that have democratically codified the right to abortion into state laws.  
- [Carlos: Creating a New Community as a Migrant ](https://healthsolutions.org/carlos-creating-a-new-community-as-a-migrant/): Since April 2022, thousands of migrants have been bused to New York City from Texas. These migrants struggle with language barriers, cultural barriers, housing, food, and health insurance. With neither family nor friends in the area, they are left to navigate New York City’s sprawling government system and non-profit sector alone. Public Health Solutions bridges the gap with staff members who are diverse and share similar backgrounds.  
- [How low-income New Yorkers will be affected by the end of pandemic-era emergency benefits](https://healthsolutions.org/how-low-income-new-yorkers-will-be-affected-by-the-end-of-pandemic-era-emergency-benefits/): NYN Media
- [Commentary: Reproductive care is about more than abortion access](https://healthsolutions.org/commentary-reproductive-care-is-about-more-than-abortion-access/): Albany Times Union
- [The 2023 Health Care Power 100](https://healthsolutions.org/the-2023-health-care-power-100/): City & State New York
- [Yuvo Health Partners With Public Health Solutions (PHS) To Better Support Community Health Centers, Address Social Drivers of Health](https://healthsolutions.org/yuvo-health-partners-with-public-health-solutions-phs-to-better-support-community-health-centers-address-social-drivers-of-health/): Yuvo Health
- [New York City’s largest public health nonprofit launches community resource network](https://healthsolutions.org/new-york-citys-largest-public-health-nonprofit-launches-community-resource-network/): NYN Media
- [How community-based organizations are taking a tech-driven approach to connect health services to social care](https://healthsolutions.org/how-community-based-organizations-are-taking-a-tech-driven-approach-to-connect-health-services-to-social-care/): Fierce Healthcare
- [A Year-End Message From Public Health Solutions President & CEO](https://healthsolutions.org/a-year-end-message-from-public-health-solutions-president-ceo/): On behalf of the staff and management of Public Health Solutions, Happy Holidays! 
- [PHS Supports USDA Proposal to Expand Access to Healthy Foods for WIC Families ](https://healthsolutions.org/phs-supports-usda-proposal-to-expand-access-to-healthy-foods-for-wic-families/): Public Health Solutions (PHS) supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s proposal to make widespread improvements to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) food package by increasing spending limits as well as broadening the range of foods offered through the program.  
- [Here is what Hochul’s win means for nonprofits](https://healthsolutions.org/here-is-what-hochuls-win-means-for-nonprofits/): NYN Media
- [PHS Congratulates Governor Kathy Hochul on her Historic Election to Office](https://healthsolutions.org/phs-congratulates-governor-kathy-hochul-on-her-historic-election-to-office/): Public Health Solutions (PHS) congratulates Governor Kathy Hochul on her historic election as the first woman elected Governor of New York. Her administration’s commitment to public health throughout the state comes at a most urgent time in the wake of national threats to reproductive health access, increased migrant need in New York City, and fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [Public Health Solutions East Tremont WIC Center Ribbon Cutting](https://healthsolutions.org/public-health-solutions-east-tremont-wic-center-ribbon-cutting/): Bronxnet
- [New WIC Center Opens in East Tremont as Bronx Continues to Lead in Food Insecurity](https://healthsolutions.org/new-wic-center-opens-in-east-tremont-as-bronx-continues-to-lead-in-food-insecurity/): Norwood News
- [Vaccine Disparities in West Harlem in Wake of New COVID-19 Booster](https://healthsolutions.org/vaccine-disparities-in-west-harlem-in-wake-of-new-covid-19-booster/): Columbia Daily Spectator
- [The 2022 Nonprofit Power 100](https://healthsolutions.org/the-2022-nonprofit-power-100/): City & State
- [NY spends $10M to support care for out-of-state abortion seekers. These clinics got funding](https://healthsolutions.org/ny-spends-10m-to-support-care-for-out-of-state-abortion-seekers-these-clinics-got-funding/): Ithaca Journal

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- [WIC Vendor Management](https://healthsolutions.org/food-and-nutrition/wic-vendor-management/): The WIC Vendor Management Program trains, monitors, and supports stores and pharmacies in accepting and processing WIC benefits in compliance with New York State regulations.
- [Snap Assistance](https://healthsolutions.org/food-and-nutrition/snap-assistance/): Our SNAP Benefits Counsellors review eligibility, explain work requirements and exemptions, and assist with the application submission process.
- [Neighborhood WIC](https://healthsolutions.org/food-and-nutrition/neighborhood-wic/): WIC provides nutrition education sessions led by WIC nutritionists on healthy eating and physical activity, breastfeeding support, and eWIC cards to purchase nutritious foods.
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- [Queens Healthy Start](https://healthsolutions.org/family-support/queens-healthy-start/): Queens Healthy Start provides free family support through home-visiting and case management, educational group workshops, fatherhood support, and doula services.
- [Nurse-Family Partnership®](https://healthsolutions.org/family-support/nurse-family-partnerships/): Providing pregnant moms with knowledge and support.
- [Healthy Families](https://healthsolutions.org/family-support/healthy-families/): The PHS Healthy Families home visiting program supports NYC families from pregnancy through early childhood.
- [Family & Youth Peer Support](https://healthsolutions.org/family-support/family-youth-peer-support/): Are you navigating a system on behalf of your child? We’re here to help!
- [Crib Distribution
for Queens Residents](https://healthsolutions.org/family-support/crib-distribution/): Queens County Cribs for Kids provides Queens parents and caregivers with equipment, materials and education to help their babies grow safe and strong.
- [Queens Diaper Bank](https://healthsolutions.org/family-support/queens-diaper-bank/): Public Health Solutions offers free diapers to the residents of Queens through the Queens Diaper Bank.
- [Breastfeeding Warmline + Baby Cafe](https://healthsolutions.org/family-support/nyc-breastfeeding-warmline-baby-cafe/): We are here to support you with feeding your infant through non-clinical breastfeeding consultations via video or over the phone and at our drop-in Baby Cafés.
- [Virtual Perinatal
Bereavement Support](https://healthsolutions.org/family-support/virtual-perinatal-bereavement-support/): The Remembering You, Remembering Us (RYRU) virtual bereavement support group supports parents or loved ones who have experiencing perinatal loss.
- [Family Connect](https://healthsolutions.org/family-support/family-connect/): Connecting NYC families to community resources that help them thrive.
- [Capacity Building Programs](https://healthsolutions.org/capacity-building-programs/): Supporting NYC community organizations in delivering high-quality, accessible care for all.
- [Harlem Health Advocacy Partners](https://healthsolutions.org/harlem-health-advocacy-partners/): Harlem Health Advocacy Partners (HHAP) bridges the gap between healthcare and social services for New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) residents in East and Central Harlem.
- [Tobacco Control Alliance](https://healthsolutions.org/nyc-smoke-free/): Partnering with community members, legislators, and health advocates to end the NYC’s devastating tobacco epidemic
- [Health Insurance](https://healthsolutions.org/health-insurance/): Our Health Insurance Navigators and Facilitated Enrollers provide step-by-step assistance to apply for Medicaid and other subsidized health plans.
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## Events
- [Community Baby Shower](https://healthsolutions.org/event/community-baby-shower/): Join us for a Community Baby Shower with Assembly Member Phara Souffrant Forrest!
- [Public Health Under Pressure: Navigating the NYS Budget Realities](https://healthsolutions.org/event/public-health-under-pressure-navigating-the-nys-budget-realities/): Join us for a webinar on the New York State Budget as part of our Public Health Under Pressure event series.
- [No Menthol Poetry Contest](https://healthsolutions.org/event/no-menthol-poetry-contest/): This is more than a show—it’s a movement! Powerful poetry from pros & youth, real talk, community vibes, food & inspiration to spark change.

## Locations
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- [Mt Vernon](https://healthsolutions.org/locations/hs-mt-vernon/)
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