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New York public health update: Fentanyl overdoses, bird flu on Long Island, changes to mental health laws


Published on 2025-03-12 17:23:29 - Healthbeat
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  • Here's some public health news that New Yorkers can use- from the latest bird flu confirmation in the state, to a look into overdose deaths and Governor Hochul's latest proposal for mental health.

The article from MSN discusses several public health issues in New York. It highlights the alarming increase in fentanyl overdoses, with New York City reporting a significant rise in opioid-related deaths, particularly those involving fentanyl. The city has seen a 12% increase in overdose deaths from the previous year, with fentanyl being involved in 80% of these cases. Additionally, there's a mention of a bird flu outbreak on Long Island, where the virus was detected in a poultry farm, leading to the culling of over 100,000 birds to prevent further spread. This incident has raised concerns about potential zoonotic transmission. Lastly, the article touches on changes to mental health laws in New York, where new legislation aims to improve access to mental health services, reduce stigma, and enhance the state's response to mental health crises by allowing for more community-based treatment options and less reliance on institutionalization.

Read the Full Healthbeat Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/medical/new-york-public-health-update-fentanyl-overdoses-bird-flu-on-long-island-changes-to-mental-health-laws/ar-AA1ANhYL ]