Int 0996-2023 · BillLocal Law 2023/097
A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to access to blood pressure machines
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Sponsor
Charles Barron
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11
Introduced
Apr 10, 2023
Summary
This bill would require the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) to post on its website the public places in New York City where blood pressure machines are located, and provide recommendations on locations for such machines in high-need areas. DOHMH would also be required to support making at-home blood pressure machines available at no cost to the public at federally qualified health centers in 5 high-need areas, and post the locations of such centers on its website.
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Apr 10, 2023