It’s Asthma Awareness Month
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 Heatstroke Prevention Day
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 National Playground Safety Week
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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It’s National Window Safety Week
National Window Safety Week is observed every April to educate the public on how to keep children from falling out
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It’s National Poison Prevention Week
Did you know that most poisonings happen in people’s homes and are preventable? In recognition of National Poison Prevention Week,
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Carbon Monoxide Safety
Carbon monoxide is a colorless and odorless gas which can be deadly. For that reason, NYCHA’s Environmental Health and Safety
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Fall Prevention for Older Adults
As people age, falls present a threat to their health and can hinder the ability to live self-sufficiently. To ensure
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Extreme Cold Awareness
Tips on how to prepare for winter storms and keep you and your family safe.
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Read “Healthy Happenings,” the EHS Newsletter
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Department plays a key role in creating and maintaining a healthy and safe environment at NYCHA by engaging with residents, employees, and the Federal Monitor on developing solutions to address environmental health and safety issues Authority-wide
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Holiday Safety Tips
NYCHA’s Environmental Health and Safety Department (EHS) would like to provide the following tips to ensure safe and joyous holidays for you and your family.
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