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September 18, 2020 | 11 AM EDT

It is recommended that all New Yorkers age 6 months and older receive an annual influenza vaccine.

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A Message about the COVID-19 Vaccine for People with Developmenta...

December 17, 2020

1:56 PM EST

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OPWDD to Open New Mental Health Extended Treatment Unit in Queens

December 16, 2020

10:47 AM EST

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A Thanksgiving Message from Commissioner Kastner

November 25, 2020

11:19 AM EST

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Draft April 1, 2021 HCBS Waiver Amendment

November 10, 2020

9:00 AM EST

The public comment period will be open from November 10, 2020 through December 18, 2020.

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Important Health Advisory and Guidance for Congregate Facilities

October 24, 2020

8:40 PM EDT

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NY Celebrates NDEAM by Recognizing Essential Workers

October 23, 2020

3:20 PM EDT

Lieutenant Governor Hochul and OPWDD joined forces to celebrate the 75th anniversary of NDEAM.

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Message from the Commissioner Regarding Influenza

September 18, 2020

11:44 AM EDT

It is recommended that all New Yorkers age 6 months and older receive an annual influenza vaccine.

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