ATTENTION: Big Apple RX Free NYC Prescription Card!

Recently, Council Member Letitia James along with Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, City Council Speaker Christine Quinn, Deputy Mayor Linda I. Gibbs launched New York City’s first official prescription discount card – offering substantial discounts throughout the five boroughs. The BigAppleRx card will be one of the most widely distributed prescription drug discount cards in the nation, and is available to anyone regardless of age, income, citizenship or health insurance status. The cards will save an average of 47 percent on prescription medications and can be used by anyone who lives or works in the City.

All you need to do is print out the card (or card code), and use at participating pharmacies!

Brooklyn Free Clinic for the Uninsured

So a while back, we posted some information on the New York City Free Clinic, which is by far the most comprehensive free clinic in New York City.

Brokelyn, a lifestyle blog for people out to enjoy NYC on a budget, expands on that list adding the Brooklyn Free Clinic at 613 Throop Avenue in Bed-Stuy. The clinic offers a number of different services, and like the NYC Free Clinic, is available to any uninsured person over 18 years of age.

More information here: http://www.brokelyn.com/no-insurance-guide-to-brooklyn-healthcare/

CM James, American-Italian Cancer Fdtn bring Mobile Mammography Van to FG; 10/13.

Because early detection saves lives, Council Member Letitia James has joined with The American-Italian Cancer Foundation to bring a Mobile Mammography vehicle to Fort Greene, Brooklyn.

Look for the Mobile Mammography Van at:

The office of Council Member Letitia James
67 Hanson Place, Brooklyn

on
Tuesday, October 13, 2009

FOR THOSE INTERESTED, AN APPOINTMENT IS NECESSARY. Please make an appointment between the hours of 12noon and 6pm by calling 1-800-453-8378 EXT 1.

FYI...

-These services are provided ESPECIALLY for women aged 40 and older who have not had a mammogram in the past 12 months, as well as women who do not have regular access to mammography services. If you have Medicare, Medicaid, or other health insurance, you must bring your card with you on the day of your appointment.

-For women without health insurance, services will be paid for by the Screening Partnerships of the New York State Cancer Services Program (NYS-CSP) or through generous contributions by the American-Italian Cancer Foundation's donors. For women with health insurance, the insurance will be billed for services. However, women will not be charged a co-pay and will not receive a bill.

-Mammograms are performed by a certified, licensed mammography technologist in conjunction with the Multi-Diagnostic Services (MDS).

Things We May Have Neglected To Mention

You DO Know About Battle Of Brooklyn...Don't You?



"The Battle of Brooklyn follows a group of people who come together to fight the Atlantic Yards Project, a massive real estate development that threatens to destroy their homes and neighborhood."

Central Brooklyn Independent Democrats Hold Forum; 8/12; 7PM; Park Slope

Central Brooklyn Independent Democrats (CBID) invites you to a forum on Wednesday, August 12th, 7PM- 9PM at 548 10th Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues) in Park Slope featuring John Liu, candidate for New York City Comptroller.

Back-To-School Assistance For Low-Income Families

Press Release: "Governor David A. Paterson today announced a historic collaboration with George Soros and the Open Society Institute (OSI) that will provide one-time, $200 grants to more than 800,000 children in low-income families across New York State to help purchase school supplies as they prepare to return to class in September. Families who receive public assistance or food stamps can access this one-time Back-To-School Supplement of $200 per school-aged child (ages 3 through 17) starting [August 11, 2009]." Those eligible must be recipients of food stamps or medicaid, and have guardianship for children in public school and between the ages of 4-17. Please call our office at (718) 260-9191 if you have any further questions.

Mammography Van

Tomorrow, there will be a Brooklyn Plaza Medical Center Mammogram Van parked at 650 Fulton Street between 11AM-5PM.

ATTENTION: Upcoming Community Events

Making healthcare affordable and accessible for all, especially the 47 million currently uninsured Americans, is of critical importance. What is also vital, is ensuring that all individuals have access to federally funded programs. On Tuesday, August 18th, Congress Member Yvette Clarke will be hosting a Community Health Benefit Forum to provide information about how to access healthcare programs and answer questions regarding benefits that you may be entitled to.

Representatives from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA), NYC's Department of the Aging (DFTA), and the Human Resources Administration (HRA) have been invited.

The Forum will be held on Tuesday, August 18th in the Community Room of 123 Linden Boulevard (first floor) between 2PM- 4PM. This will NOT be a discussion about the congressional healthcare reform legislation. This is an opportunity to hear from state and federal health officials about existing coverage and assistance programs that are available to you.

SPACE IS LIMITED. PLEASE RSVP at (718) 287-1142.
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State Senator Eric Adams and N.Y.C. Mayoral Candidate & Comptroller William Thompson, Jr. invite you to a health fair at Wingate Field. Attendees will have access to blood pressure screenings, glucose testing, and the opportunity to speak with medical professionals.

Monday, August 17, 2009
6PM
Wingate Field
Entrance on Brooklyn Ave. (btwn. Rutland Road & Winthrop Street)

For more information you may call, 718-284-4700.

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Meet Jill Richardson author of Recipe for America: Why Our Food System Is Broken And What We Can Do To Fix It; food policy blogger extraordinaire (Orangeclouds115) on Dailykos, and proprietor of the food issues blog La Vida Locavore.

Come meet these experts and learn about food justice, food safety, nutrition, sustainability, supporting small and family-owned farms in the face of the federally-supported agriculture industry, organic vs. conventional foods, what the Farm Bill means, etc.:

Date: Sunday, August 9
Time: 4:30PM - 6PM
Place: Central Brooklyn Independent Democrats Office
548 10th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215
(just off 7th Avenue)

RSVP to: sidnora@aol.com

ATTENTION: Upcoming Community Events

*The Working Families Party (WFP) is extending an invitation for you to attend a breakfast reception honoring Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown with special guest Charles E. Schumer, United States Senator--

Monday, August 3, 2009
8AM- 9AM
100 Wall Street, 23rd Floor
N.Y., N.Y. 10005
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Cumberland Diagnostic & Treatment Center invite you to attend their World Breastfeeding Week Celebration--

Monday, August 3, 2009

10AM- 2PM
Cumberland Diagnostic & Treatment Center- Main Plaza
100 North Portland Avenue
Brooklyn, N.Y. 11205

The event will include games, gifts, raffles, guest speakers and refreshments.
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*photo courtesy of bizjournals Business News.

And don't forget about tonight's Public Advocate/ Comptroller Candidates' Forum at St. Francis College!

Free Healthy Living Forum; North General Hospital; Harlem: 7/18; 10AM

We don't usually post about events happening outside of Brooklyn, but we thought this Health Forum would be of interest to residents--


Free Healthy Living Forum
Meet the Experts and Learn About Access to Free Medications*
(For Adults from 18 to 64)


WHEN: Saturday, July 18, 2009
10:00 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.

WHERE: North General Hospital
Ground Floor Cafeteria
1879 Madison Avenue (at East 122nd Street)
New York, NY 10035

SCHEDULE:

10:00-10:30 A.M. Registration- Healthy meal provided, visit community service tables/booths

10:30-10:45 Introduction and Welcome Address- Seth Ginsberg, GHLF President

10:45-11:15 Healthy Eating for Healthy Living- Registered Dietitian


11:15-11:45 Living with a Chronic Illness with Q&A- Presented by a Physician

11:45-12:15 P.M. Access Free Medication, Patient Assistance Program Overview with Q&A- Patient Assistance Specialist

12:15-12:30 The Healthy Partnership Between You and Your Disease- Health Psychologist

12:30 Reflections and Farewell- Gift Bags Distributed

Presented by the Global Healthy Living Foundation in partnership with the Manhattan Borough President Scott M. Stringer and North General Hospital.

Sponsored by Pfizer Helpful Answers

RSVP Requested: (718) 989-2172 (RSVP line), or visit www.ghlf.org

Free transportation available for parties of 16 or more. E-mail: freeride@ghlf.org.

*This program is primarily designed for people without prescription coverage

Kings County Hospital Center Presents Annual Health Fair; 6/20; 10AM

Kings County Hospital Center and Dr. Susan Smith McKinney Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Annual Health Fair- Changing Your Health in 2009

When: Saturday June 20th from 10am-4pm.
Where: Clarkson Avenue btwn E. 38th St. and Albany Ave.

-Health information booths
-Free health screenings:
-Blood pressure
-Cholesterol
-Diabetes & vision
-Dental
-Women's health screenings
-Men's health/Prostate check-up
-Smoking cessation
-Children's health education
-Children's fingerprinting/Photo ID

There will also be concession stands, vendors & a flea market, entertainment and health insurance information and enrollment (MetroPlus, Healthfirst and HHC Options).

The New York City Free Clinic

We’re in the process of updating some of our resource information, and came across The New York City Free Clinic. The NYCFC is, according to their website, “New York's only comprehensive free healthcare clinic.”

The only requirements for using the clinic are that you must be an uninsured adult over the age of 18 years. All services are free, with the exception of co-pays on the filling of medical prescriptions.

The NYCFC provides the following services-
• basic primary care
• patient education
• disease prevention & screening
• physical exams
• women's health, including gynecological care
• men's health
• vaccinations
• sexually transmitted infection testing (including HIV)
• laboratory testing
• radiology (including X-ray & MRI)
• specialty referrals to all medical specialties
• screening to help you qualify for Medicaid, Family Health Plus, or similar free public insurance programs

The NYCFC does not offer dental, pre-natal, or emergency care. Those interested in using their services should see here to schedule an appointment, or call 212-206-5200.