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    May 5

    We want New Yorkers to hear about the safe & effective vaccines in the languages that they speak from people they trust. We've launched new campaigns created with input from New Yorkers to reach Black, Latino, Asian & Orthodox Jewish New Yorkers:

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    5 hours ago

    They call Tanika Price the “Times Square Hawker” and when at told me about this heroic nurse hitting the streets to get New Yorkers vaxxed, I just had to learn more.

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  3. 3 hours ago

    Sadly, the opioid epidemic has worsened during . If you or a loved one struggle with addiction, telemedicine can help you get care and treatment now:

    Illustration of man sitting at a desk and talking to a doctor via his computer.
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  4. 3 hours ago

    On , I hope all New Yorkers will join me in saying thank you to our nurses for keeping our communities safe and healthy!

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  5. 3 hours ago

    I would like to thank the nurses who have cared for New Yorkers courageously and tirelessly over the past year. From school health nurses, to emergency department and ICU nurses, to nurse practitioners and vaccinators — nurses saved lives in the face of a global pandemic.

    Illustration of flowers, a cup of coffee, a nurse's ID badge and a clipboard. Text reads: Thank you nurses for the difference you make every single day.
    Happy , NYC! Where would we be without you? Thank you to all of our city's nurses for everything they have done and continue to do to keep New Yorkers healthy, especially as we continue to grapple with . ❤️❤️
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  6. 8 hours ago

    Our team analyzed laboratory and epidemiologic data to characterize the B.1.526 variant. Preliminary evidence suggests that, to date, B.1.526 does not lead to more severe disease or increased risk for infection after vaccination.

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  7. 23 hours ago

    New weekly update on variants in NYC: 🔹 Variants of concern and interest make up ~83% of specimens sequenced. 🔹 The proportion of B.1.1.7 (UK variant) cases grew slightly. 🔹 Getting vaccinated remains our best protection against .

    Screen shot of trends table available at the link. The numbers for the latest week are similar to the previous week.
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  8. May 5

    Almost There, a campaign to reach Orthodox Jewish New Yorkers, asks community members to do their part to save a life by getting vaccinated.

    Illustration of a neighborhood in the shadows with debris and broken windows, and then in the light showing stick figures having fun and gathering. Yiddish text, translation reads: We're almost there... "One who saves a single life is akin to saving the whole world." Do your part to save a life. Make sure to get the vaccine!
    Illustration of a neighborhood in the shadows with debris and broken windows, and then in the light showing stick figures having fun and gathering. Text reads: We're almost there... "One who saves a single life is akin to saving the whole world." Do your part to save a life. Make sure to get the vaccine!
    Illustration of a neighborhood in the shadows with debris and broken windows, and then in the light showing stick figures having fun and gathering. Russian text, translation reads: We're almost there... "One who saves a single life is akin to saving the whole world." Do your part to save a life. Make sure to get the vaccine!
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  9. May 5

    The Joys of Life campaign, which will run in Chinese, Korean, Bengali and Urdu, shows and reminds us that the best way to return to the life and moments we enjoy is to get vaccinated.

    Photo of a multigenerational South Asian family having dinner together. Text reads: Let's get back to the joys of life.
    A multigenerational South Asian family sits around and shares drinks in a living room. Text reads: Let's get back to the joys of life.
    An Asian family sits around a dinner table. Text reads: Let's get back to the joys of life.
    A young Asian girl, her mom, grandparents, and a cute fluffy puppy play a board game in a living room. Text reads: Let's get back to the joys of life.
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  10. May 5

    Vacúnate. Por…. (Get Vaccinated For…), the Latino campaign, shows some of the most missed activities like hugging and enjoying activities with friends and family. The campaign notes that vaccines are available to all regardless of insurance or immigration status.

    Photos show friends and family smiling and gathering. Vibrant colored text in Spanish is overlayed on the images.
    Photos show friends and family smiling and gathering. Vibrant colored text in Spanish is overlayed on the images.
    Photos show friends and family smiling and gathering. Vibrant colored text in Spanish is overlayed on the images.
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  11. May 5

    Get Back, the campaign to reach Black NYers, emphasizes that with more people getting vaccinated, we'll be able to get back to the things we have missed & the people we love. It recognizes that people need to get the facts about the vaccines so that they may make their decision.

    Two women play basketball outdoors. Text reads: Get back to what we love. Get the facts. Get the vax.
    A Black grandfather plays with two young grandchildren. Text reads: Get back to family.
    A multi-racial group of four friends take a selfie on the Brooklyn waterfront. Text reads: Get back to friends. Get the facts. Get the vax.
    Two older black women embrace and smile to the camera. Text reads: Get back to friends. Get the facts. Get the vax.
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    May 5

    Asian NYers: You have the right to be free from harassment and discrimination under the NYC Human Rights Law. If you've been discriminated against or harassed, report it: or call 212-416-0197.

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  13. May 5

    Recientemente tuve la oportunidad de vacunarme contra el COVID-19. A los neoyorquinos que ya se vacunaron, les tengo una indicación médica. Por favor compartan con sus familiares y vecinos la razón por la que decidieron vacunarse.

    Por qué me vacuné
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  14. May 5

    Our team analyzed laboratory and epidemiologic data to characterize the B.1.526 variant. Preliminary evidence suggests that, to date, B.1.526 does not lead to more severe disease or increased risk for infection after vaccination.

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  15. May 5

    Get vaccinated, stay connected. Talk to your friends, family, and neighbors about why you chose to get vaccinated. Tips for your talks at

    It will take more than government to vaccinate America against . It will take all of us talking to our friends and family and helping them make a plan to get vaccinated. Help them get information. Help them make an appointment. This is an all hands on deck moment.
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  16. May 5

    Clinicians and healers: As the city’s doctor, I’m asking that you answer your patient’s questions on the vaccines and share your own story on why you chose to get vaccinated. Resources to have this conversation:

    Message to Clinicians from Commissioner Dave A. Chokshi, MD, MSc
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  17. May 5

    We want New Yorkers to hear about the safe and effective vaccines in the languages that they speak from people whom they trust. These new campaigns are by and for the communities we’re striving to reach.

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  18. May 4

    NYC mobile vaccination buses will be making stops in these neighborhoods in the coming days; spread the word! Details at - Parkchester - South Bronx - Crown Heights - East Flatbush - Corona - Flushing

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    Our mobile vaccination buses are on the move and headed to a neighborhood near you! We're bring the vaccine to some of our most vulnerable communities, ensuring all New Yorkers get the protection they need.
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  19. May 4

    As more New Yorkers get vaccinated, we're seeing COVID-19 case numbers go down in NYC. If you haven't already, now is the time to get your COVID-19 vaccine! Schedule your appointment or just walk in to select locations across the city. Learn more:

    Text reads: Walk-up COVID-19 Vaccinations for All New Yorkers. Find locations at nyc.gov/vcc or call 877-829-4692.
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  20. May 4

    🔹Of people tested, 2.73% of people tested positive on May 2. If you haven’t been vaccinated, get tested for COVID-19 often. Even if you have been vaccinated, get tested right away if you have symptoms.

    Line graph showing percent of NYC residents tested who test positive, based on a seven-day average. The trend is downwards.
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