Taking Care of New Yorkers Affected by Hurricane Sandy

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Wed, 2012-11-21 17:35 — Albert Gomez

	Taking Care of New Yorkers Affected by Hurricane Sandy Since Hurricane Sandy struck New York City, the Health Department has worked closely with the Mayor’s Office, the Office of Emergency Management and other city agencies to address the health needs of New Yorkers affected by the storm. Click here (PDF) for an overview of the city’s efforts to reach out to affected New Yorkers, provide health care services and monitor ongoing health needs. Open Health Care Providers and Pharmacies Rockaways (PDF)

	Cleaning Up Safely After Hurricane Sandy As the recovery from Hurricane Sandy continues, the Health Department urges New Yorkers to protect themselves from health and injury risks during cleanup. These fact sheets cover food safety, use of portable generators, and guidance on avoiding health hazards. Check the Office of Emergency Management for regular updates on Restoration Centers and other resources. Safety Guidelines for Cleaning Homes After Hurricane Sandy Respiratory Health (PDF) Major Flood Damage and Mold (PDF) Carbon Monoxide Floods Dry Ice (PDF) Breezy Point Water (PDF) Hypothermia Restaurant Owners: How to Re-Open Safely

	Using the Right Dust Mask (PDF) Other languages: [Español][中文 ][Русский]

	Connecting with Loved Ones Evacuated from Long-term Care Facilities Family members trying to locate residents who were evacuated from nursing homes and adult care facilities can call 311. Callers will be asked questions to confirm that they are related to the resident and can obtain the name and address of facilities that received these residents. Assistance is available from 9am to 5pm, 7 days a week.

	Coping with Stress Caused by Hurricane Sandy The loss and devastation caused by Sandy can feel overwhelming. Feeling stress now is normal—we can give you some tips, resources and fact sheets on coping with stressful and traumatic events as well as the following fact sheets:


		Health Department Issues Safety Recommendations for Cleaning Up Homes After Hurricane Sandy As the recovery from Hurricane Sandy continues, the Health Department urges New Yorkers to protect themselves from health and injury risks during cleanup. While Sandy has not caused problems with outdoor air quality, indoor dust, mold, fumes from temporary heating sources and the use of strong cleaning products can be irritating to the eyes, throat, and lungs. Read the press release


		Health Department Issues Food Safety and Water Guidelines for New Yorkers as Power is Restored in Some Areas The Health Department is announcing food safety and water guidelines to help New Yorkers stay healthy and safe as power is restored in neighborhoods across the City. Read the press release Learn more


		Recreational Water Advisory for Hudson River, East River, New York Harbor, Jamaica Bay and Kill Van Kull Due to flooding and power related shutdowns caused by Hurricane Sandy, wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations have discharged untreated wastewater into New York City waterways. Read the press release


		Health Department Advises New Yorkers to Exercise Caution When Using Portable Generators to Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning The Health Department is urging New Yorkers to be careful when using portable generators in order to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide poisoning is the most common poison-related cause of hospitalization and death in the wake of hurricanes. Read the press release Learn more


		Dr. Farley has Joined Twitter Dr. Tom Farley, the Commissioner of the New York City Health Department, is officially on Twitter. Follow him @DrFarleyDOHMH. Follow @DrFarleyDOHMH