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NYC Rats Carry A Lot of Bacteria, Study Finds
By Cheri Cheng | Oct 15, 2014 12:02 PM EDTIn a new study, researchers fro Columbia University set out to examine just how dirty NYC rats are and discovered that these rats carry a lot of bacteria and viruses that could be harmful to human health.
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Despite Winter Months, Ticks Rampant in NYC
By Christine Hsu | May 07, 2014 07:53 PM EDTTicks are taking over New York. New research reveals that ticks have survived the harsh winter, and managed to settle comfortably in New York.
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NYC’s Latest Campaign: Improving Girls’ Self Esteem
By Cheri Cheng | Oct 03, 2013 02:24 PM EDTNew York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's latest initiative aims to help improve the self-esteem of young girls.
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NYC Hospitals Offering Veggie and Fruit Prescriptions
By Cheri Cheng | Jul 24, 2013 12:03 PM EDTTwo NYC hospitals will start the Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program, which aims to give better access to fresh produce for low-income families at risk of obesity.
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Soda Ban Could Make People Buy More Sugary Drinks, Study
By Christine Hsu | Apr 10, 2013 04:54 PM EDTIf Mayor Michael Bloomberg's soda ban does pass, it may do more harm than good, according to a new study.
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NYC Jack Russell Dog Saved After Chowing Down 111 Pennies
By Christine Hsu | Mar 13, 2013 05:33 PM EDTA Jack Russell Terrier had to undergo a two-hour emergency operation after swallowing 111 pennies when his Manhattan owner wasn't looking.
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Forbidden Fizz: NYC Soda Ban Begins Tomorrow
By Makini Brice | Mar 11, 2013 10:03 AM EDTThe move has been controversial and drawn attention from the nation.
