Dr. Michelle Morse
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This is the official account of the Acting Health Commissioner, Dr. Michelle Morse, of @nychealthy.
New York City
Joined February 2014
As Acting Health Commissioner, I will lead @nychealthy to meet our goals to promote longer, healthier lives for New Yorkers. We know that will only happen when we put equity front and center. More on my vision as the City's doctor:
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.@nycHealthy has found that another person who died before mid-August is associated with the Central Harlem Legionnaires' disease cluster. Epidemiological evidence continues to show remediation efforts have been effective. Our investigation is ongoing:
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Based on epidemiological evidence, remediation efforts have been effective as new cases continue to decrease. The Health Department is continuing our investigation:
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.@nychealthy concluded that a person who died before mid-August with Legionnaires disease is associated with the Central Harlem cluster.
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RT @nycHealthy: 12 cooling towers in Central Harlem tested culture positive for the live Legionella bacteria that can cause illness. All 12….
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I delivered welcome remarks at @BHMinfo's #HarlemWeek Summit & Expo to community members who are deeply committed to improving health outcomes for Black New Yorkers. Working to address racial inequities in health is at the core of what we do at @nycHealthy.
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RT @nycHealthy: As of today, August 15, all 12 cooling towers in Central Harlem that tested culture positive for live Legionella bacteria h….
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I want all New Yorkers to know this Legionnaires’ cluster is our top priority. New cases have begun to decline, which indicates that the sources of the bacteria have been contained. Our expert inspectors will continue to work with building owners to ensure full compliance.
Legionnaires’ update: 12 cooling towers in Central Harlem have tested culture positive for live Legionella pneumophila bacteria. 11 of the 12 have been remediated. The final tower is required to be completed by Friday 8/15. Learn more:
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RT @NYCMayor: Watch LIVE: Join us for an update on the Legionnaires' disease outbreak, and how our team is keeping Central Harlem safe and….
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RT @nycHealthy: We are tracking new cases of Legionnaires' disease in Central Harlem. As of August 12, there are 90 confirmed cases. For da….
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RT @ASTHO: On PHRME: @NYCHealthCommr highlights @nycHealthy’s “Living with Long COVID” video series, @nirav_maine shares takeaways from AST….
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Everyone deserves access to spaces where they feel seen, safe, and supported, and clubhouses offer that and more. At @nycHealthy, we are committed to expanding access to high-quality resources like clubhouses for our neighbors living with serious mental illness.
Today we joined @NYCMayor to announce the opening of 13 new clubhouses to support New Yorkers living with serious mental illness. The additional clubhouses will more than double enrollment to 6,600 members by 2027. Learn more:
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RT @nycHealthy: We know this is scary – we’re on it. We will continue to provide you with updates on the Central Harlem Legionnaires' dise….
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Today I joined our outreach team in Central Harlem to share information about Legionnaires' disease and speak with community members. @nycHealthy will continue to do whatever it takes to keep our communities informed and healthy. For updates, visit
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Our team of expert data and disease trackers continue to monitor cases across our city. If you have flu-like symptoms and live or work in Central Harlem, please visit your health care provider right away:
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I joined @CMYusefSalaam, @jordanjgwright & @SenatorCCleare to address our ongoing investigation of Legionnaires’ disease in Central Harlem. I spoke about how at @nycHealthy, we took immediate action and are doing everything we can to minimize future cases & avert further deaths.
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RT @nycHealthy: We are investigating a Legionnaires' disease cluster in Central Harlem (ZIPs 10027, 10030, 10035, 10037, and 10039). If you….
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New Yorkers at higher risk, like adults aged 50 and older and those who smoke or have chronic lung conditions, should be especially mindful of their symptoms and seek care as soon as symptoms begin.
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Anyone in these ZIP codes with flu-like symptoms should contact a health care provider as soon as possible. Legionnaires’ disease can be effectively treated if diagnosed early.
Update on the Central Harlem Legionnaires' disease cluster: 58 people have been diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease since July 25, and two people have died. If you live or work in this area and have flu-like symptoms, seek immediate medical attention:
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ALL New Yorkers should not face fear to get the care they need! Every New Yorker has the right to quality health care, regardless of immigration status, ability to pay, employment status, or ability to speak English. Learn about your rights:
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Water fluoridation is safe & protects oral health. Thanks @CNN @LeighWaldman for having me on to discuss the federal push to remove fluoride from U.S. public water. This could disproportionately harm children in areas where preventative care access is limited. Watch⬇️
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