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Zika

  • To Prevent Zika Threats, Reproductive Health Care is Necessary

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    City's health commissioner, Dr. Mary Bassett, discusses Zika (photo: @nychealthy)


    As the Zika virus continues to make headlines around the world, it is crucial that our city, state and federal governments do all that they can to prevent the spread of Zika. This is especially important in New York City, home to approximately 25% of the cases in the United States.   

    Our elected officials are doing just that. The Mayor’s Office has unveiled ...