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Health Headlines for August 13, 2021

Kathy Hochul: A look back at her policy history

MyTwinTiers

Kathy Hochul is set to become New York’s first female governor in just two weeks following Governor Cuomo’s announcement that he will step aside.

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How Hochul can restore public trust in the state Health Department

Crain’s NY

Hochul will have to assess quickly whether to move forward with the current health commissioner.

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Amid Covid, 2.5 million people sign up for U.S. health insurance

Reuters

New York State’s open enrollment for NY State of Health was extended through December 31, 2021.

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FDA poised to OK 3rd vaccine dose for immunocompromised people

NBC News

The move would come after a panel of advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention met in July and urged action on extra doses for immunocompromised adults.

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