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Displacement Risk

Housing stability creates health, but in NYC, many people have difficulty accessing healthy, stable housing. In some neighborhoods, residents at are …

Housing creates health

Since we published this data story, some data in it have been updated. Get updated data on: Housing stability Neighborhood poverty Housing …

A walk through history

A neighborhood is not only shaped by its residents, but also by governmental practices and policies. Some of these have discriminated against …

Staying safe in cold weather

Cold weather can be dangerous. Here are some tips for staying safe this winter. Learn more about cold weather health risks and get resources to stay …

Housing

Most people spend most of their time at home - so the household environment can significantly affect health. Disrepair that stems from long-term …

The urban heat island effect in NYC

Since we published this data story, some data in it have been updated. Get updated data on: Climate In New York City and across the country, more …

Accessibility

About 10% of New Yorkers have a disability with varying access needs. The environment can create barriers to meet those needs, or remove those …

Asthma

Asthma is a common disease in which the lungs become swollen, making breathing difficult. Symptoms include wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath and …

Asthma triggers at home

Housing conditions can trigger asthma. In New York City, childhood asthma is a significant health threat that affects thousands of children per year. …