Weekly Update: Hospital Capacity In Harlem Area

Here's how the coronavirus epidemic is affecting hospitals and their ICUs in and near Harlem.

Harlem Nursing Homes Had Unreported Covid Deaths, New Data Shows

Official death tolls at Harlem nursing homes have jumped now that the state is reporting deaths that occurred at hospitals.

Here’s How Coronavirus Is Affecting Harlem Nursing Homes

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including in Harlem.

Hospital Capacity In The Harlem Area: Weekly Update

Here is the latest federal data on hospital capacity, including ICUs, in Manhattan.

Hospital Capacity In The Harlem Area: Weekly Update

See how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting hospital capacity in Manhattan and across New York.

Harlem Community Gathers Together To Show Support For Victim Of Brutal Attack Outside Liquor Store

A demonstration in front of the Adam Clayton Powell Jr. state office building lasted about an hour Saturday.

Here's How Close Harlem Area Hospitals Are To Capacity

New data from the federal government shows which hospitals are closest to capacity in the Harlem area.

New Vaccination Sites Open At Harlem Church, NYCHA Complex

The two coronavirus vaccine sites opened in Harlem in recent days, including at the Abyssinian Baptist Church. Both have already closed.

'Jubilant': Hard-Hit Harlem Nursing Home Gets Coronavirus Vaccine

After losing more than 30 residents to COVID-19 last year, a Harlem nursing home rejoiced Friday as its first vaccinations were given out.

See Which Harlem Area Hospitals Near Capacity Amid COVID-19 Surge

New data provided by the federal government shows which hospitals are closest to capacity in the Harlem area.

Mobile Coronavirus Testing Site Opens In Harlem

A new COVID-19 testing van opened Monday in Harlem as the city encourages residents to keep getting tested as the vaccine rolls out.

Coronavirus 'Vaccine Hub' To Open In Central Harlem

The vaccination site at a school on 114th Street will open next week, joining another site at La Marqueta in East Harlem.

East Harlem To Get Coronavirus Mass Vaccination Site, Mayor Says

The site at East Harlem's La Marqueta will be among five sites vaccinating 100,000 people each week, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Tuesday.

East Harlem Gets New Coronavirus Self-Testing Site

The new site will be open through Thursday at the NYCHA Lehman Village Houses, letting residents test themselves for COVID-19.

COVID's Toll In Harlem: 863 Deaths, 12,600 Cases

As 2020 ends, a look back on the past year shows the impact of COVID-19 in Harlem, which emerged as one of Manhattan's hardest-hit areas.

Test & Trace Staff Canvass In Harlem As Virus Rates Increase

ZIP code 10030, Central Harlem, reported a 5.4 percent positive rate from Nov. 29 to Dec. 5, making it the third highest in Manhattan.

Harlem Coronavirus Rates Remain Among Highest In Manhattan

The COVID-19 positivity rate is approaching 5 percent in one Harlem ZIP code as the virus continues to surge across New York City.

Harlem School Opens For Coronavirus Testing Amid Holiday Rush

An East Harlem school building opened for walk-in testing this week, and other city-run testing sites remain open throughout Harlem.

Part Of Harlem Becomes 'Yellow Zone' As Coronavirus Cases Rise

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced a new "yellow zone" Monday covering the Hamilton Heights area, further restricting dining and gatherings.

Harlem Coronavirus Rates Keep Growing Amid Citywide Surge

Positivity rates hit 3 percent in one Harlem ZIP code, as the neighborhood's coronavirus rates remain among the highest in Manhattan.

Coronavirus Rates Still Elevated In Harlem, New Data Shows

The COVID-19 positivity rates in some Harlem ZIP codes are among the highest in Manhattan, according to city data released Monday.

Harlem Sees Widespread Increase In Coronavirus Positivity Rate

Most Harlem ZIP codes have seen an uptick in the percentage of COVID-19 cases coming back positive over the past four weeks, data shows.

Bike Education Center Opens In Riverside Park

The Riverside Park Conservancy said it will build new playground equipment, offer free programming and improve local infrastructure.

Harlem Gets Rapid-Result Coronavirus Testing Site

The city added a new rapid coronavirus test site in Central Harlem this week, providing free tests with results within 24 hours.

Harlem Churches Host Coronavirus Testing Sites

Mobile COVID-19 testing sites will be stationed through Friday outside two different churches in Harlem. Here's how to get tested.

Antibody Tests Positive For 27 Percent In Harlem: New Data

New data shows just under 27 percent of Harlem residents who were tested for antibodies had previously been infected with COVID-19.

NYC Adds Upper Manhattan Coronavirus Antibody Testing Sites

Free antibody tests will be offered through Friday, July 24 at community sites and city-run health centers.

Harlem Suffers More Than 600 Coronavirus Deaths: City

City officials released new data Monday that breaks down the number of fatal coronavirus cases by zip code for the first time.

Harlem NYCHA Development Tops System In Coronavirus Deaths: City

Twenty-two residents of Harlem's Ulysses S. Grant Houses have died of coronavirus, according to city data.

Harlem Man Loses Arm In Fight Against Coronavirus: Report

Days after a three-week hospital stay for coronavirus a Harlem resident was forced to have his arm amputated for a blood clot.

City To Open Coronavirus Testing Site In E Harlem, De Blasio Says

The East Harlem site is one of twelve new testing sites to be opened as New York City attempts to ramp up capacity.

Harlem Churches To Become Coronavirus Testing Sites

Three Harlem churches will be converted into temporary coronavirus testing sites this upcoming month.

State Undercounts Harlem Nursing Home Deaths: Report

At least 20 corpses were removed from the Harlem Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, but the state lists only five deaths at the home.

Harlem Education Council Member Dies Of Coronavirus

Members of the Community Education Council for District 5 are raising funds for the council member's family.

Uptown Councilman To Host Bilingual Q&A With Health Commissioner

Dr. Oxiris Barbot and City Councilman Mark Levine will take questions in both Spanish and English about the new coronavirus.

E Harlem Home To Many Coronavirus-Vulnerable Populations: Study

A report released by City Comptroller Scott Stringer found that many people living in East Harlem may be more vulnerable to the virus.

East Harlem Developers Donate Meals To Metropolitan Hospital

Development firms are partnering with East Harlem nonprofits and restaurants to supply 360 meals per day to Metropolitan Hospital.

E Harlem Tops Manhattan In Coronavirus Cases: City Data

East Harlem's 10029 zip code has the highest number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Manhattan.

Harlem Church Loses 9 Members To Coronavirus: Report

Harlem's Mount Neboh Baptist Church congregation has been hit hard by the outbreak of coronavirus in New York City.

Harlem Nurses Allowed To Work With Coronavirus Symptoms: Report

Harlem Hospital nurses are given seven days off if they report coronavirus symptoms, but may return to work if they're still feeling sick.