Food

Health Check: What is Public Health and How Does it Impact You?

By RAISHA HERNANDEZ
This year, National Public Health Week takes place from April 1 to April 7. It’s intended to remind us of the importance of public health and the power of teamwork to improve health outcomes. Public health describes the activities carried out by communities, governments, and organizations to promote good health for the whole population. At Montefiore, one of the largest healthcare institutions in the city, public health takes center stage.

Torres Announces $18,171,279 in Federal Funds for Community Projects

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) announced $18,171,279 in federal funding for community projects across New York’s 15th Congressional District on Thursday, March 21. The funding, which his office said was secured through the Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations process, will support a range of initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure, expanding access to healthcare, and enhancing educational opportunities for constituents.

Health Check: Go “Beyond the Table” this National Nutrition Month

By MARY LOU POMPEII
National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign to help people make informed food choices and develop healthy habits. It was created 50 years ago by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), a trusted source of food and nutrition information. This year’s theme is “Beyond the Table,” which aims to promote healthy meals and snacks anywhere you are!