Healthcare Education Project

10/17/2026

Measles is spreading in NY. It is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can be prevented with the measles vaccine (the MMR vaccine). Are you and your loved ones up to date on your vaccination?

On October 5, 2026, declared measles a state disaster emergency to mobilize state resources and combat rising case numbers.

Check the link in our bio to learn more about how the state is tracking and protecting New Yorkers from this worsening outbreak.

10/16/2026

Election Day is just over two weeks away, how can you help those around you make a plan to vote?

Reach out to 3 friends or family members today to help them make their plan to vote.
https://elections.ny.gov/early-voting

10/15/2026

If you’re worried about healthcare costs, you’re not alone.

Healthcare affordability is the biggest financial worry among Americans, with over a quarter saying that they are “very” worried about healthcare costs for themselves and their families.

Read more from KFF below and hit the follow button to learn how you can support initiatives for more affordable healthcare.
https://www.kff.org/health-costs/americans-challenges-with-health-care-costs/

10/15/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. New York State offers help through its hotline 800.942.6906. Or TEXT 844.997.2121 , or CHAT securely at http://OPDV.NY.GOV

10/14/2026

A missed notice or confusing form should not cost someone their health coverage. Beginning Jan 1, 2027, many Medicaid recipients will need to document work, school, volunteer activity, job training, or an exemption. Keep Your Care helps eligible people stay covered and gives affected communities a voice in implementation. Use the campaign’s free website to check state-specific rules, possible exemptions, deadlines, official resources, and local help.

Enter your ZIP code and make a plan: http://www.keepyourcare.org

10/14/2026

New Yorkers, mark your calendars: early voting opens in just 10 days, on October 24th. Healthcare is on the ballot this election. It’s time to make a plan to cast your ballot and vote early. Use the link below to learn more about early voting in New York and to find your early voting polling place. 🗳️📍

Learn about in-person Early Voting in New York State

10/13/2026

Politicians wanted their Medicaid cuts in the One Big Bill to kick in only after the midterm elections so they wouldn’t be held accountable for them, but the bill has already caused major cuts to healthcare funding.

Millions have lost access to Medicaid, and healthcare prices are rising. Read more below 👇

While most GOP-enacted cuts to Medicaid and other safety net programs won’t happen until 2027, Democrats are speaking to the voters already feeling the squeeze.

10/12/2026

Thanks for joining us at Frontline Fest! We brought care and culture together for a fun-filled day with the community. From music to food to basketball to wellness, we had a blast enjoying the day with you.

10/12/2026

This week's word of the week is in situ cancer, which are abnormal cells that remain in their place of origin and have not spread into surrounding tissue (as opposed to invasive cancer). This is also known as carcinoma in situ.

10/09/2026

Tomorrow is the big day!

Come out to Nassau Coliseum for a family-friendly, all-day celebration for care and culture! There are still spots left – RSVP for free now! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/frontline-fest-tickets-1998891781126