BronxCare Health System

10/24/2026

October is Depression Awareness Month, an opportunity to raise awareness about the impact of depression and the importance of access to effective care.

This month, we are highlighting an important initiative of BronxCare’s Department of Psychiatry. Collaborative Care is an integrated behavioral health model that has become the gold standard for treating depression. It can also improve health outcomes for those living with conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and chronic arthritis. By integrating care, this model may reduce the need for referrals to more intensive and specialized psychiatric services.

Depression is treatable. If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of depression, reaching out to a health care professional is an important first step.

To schedule an appointment, call 718-99-BRONX (718-992-7669).

10/19/2026

One in eight women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer during their lifetime.

The good news is that, with early detection and advances in treatment, breast cancer can often be successfully treated. Mammograms are the best primary screening tool for finding breast cancer early, when treatment is often more effective.

BronxCare’s Breast Care Center, under the direction of Dr. Ajay Shah, provides a comprehensive treatment approach. Treatment options include surgery, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, radiation therapy, and reconstructive surgery.

For more information or an appointment, call 718-99-BRONX (718-992-7669).

09/24/2026

September is Su***de Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, share resources, and encourage conversations about mental health.

For those experiencing a mental health crisis, having access to support and care is crucial. Su***de prevention involves not only recognizing when someone is struggling, but also having the resources in place to offer help during a crisis and connect them with continued care.

BronxCare’s Department of Psychiatry is enhancing emotional health and wellness by offering comprehensive mental health and chemical dependence care for adults, adolescents, and children. BronxCare is the only hospital in New York City to receive a Zero Su***de grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, in collaboration with the New York State Office of Mental Health. BronxCare’s Psychiatry team uses a comprehensive approach to integrating the Zero Su***de model, emphasizing systematic screening, identification, intervention, and monitoring to increase access to services for individuals at risk. This approach is used through all levels of services for mental health and addiction programs.

BronxCare’s Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) responds to more than 7,000 psychiatric emergencies annually, and its Mobile Crisis Team visits patients in their homes and collaborates with community partners to offer emergency interventions for those in crisis.

If you or someone you know is thinking about su***de, call or text 988. Counselors are available 24/7. If there’s an immediate life-threatening situation, call 911.

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09/11/2026

09/03/2026

About 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. It is the second-leading cause of cancer death among men in the U.S.

BronxCare provides diagnosis and advanced treatment for prostate cancer, including comprehensive urologic care, minimally invasive surgical procedures, medical oncology, and individualized cancer treatment.

This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, know your risk and talk with your health care provider about screening. To schedule an appointment, call 718-99-BRONX (718-992-7669).

08/26/2026

BronxCare is proud to have received the American Heart Association’s prestigious Commitment to Quality award. It is a recognition of our dedication to delivering high-quality cardiovascular and stroke care.

BronxCare’s Division of Cardiology, under the direction of Dr. Jonathan Bella, is at the forefront in the prevention and treatment of heart disease. It continues to earn Gold Plus, Gold, and Honor Roll recognitions from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. BronxCare is also one of a select group of health care organizations participating in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Million Hearts Cardiovascular Disease Risk Reduction Model, a national initiative providing an important opportunity to decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease. In addition, BronxCare’s Cardiac Catheterization and Echocardiography Labs have earned accreditations from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC).

“The many prestigious recognitions, awards, and accreditations we have received are further validations of our commitment to excellence in the provision of cardiac care to the Bronx community,” stated Dr. Bella.

To learn more or to schedule an appointment, call 718-518-5222 or 718-99-BRONX (718-992-7669).

08/21/2026

BronxCare Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Health Center Network, in conjunction with Healthfirst, Moments for Life, and NYPD Community Affairs, will host a “Baby Shower” event for expectant mothers and their families in the Bronx community.

📅 Saturday, August 22
⏰ 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 1276 Fulton Avenue, Bronx, New York

The event will provide maternal health education, as well as medical and dental screenings prior to the school year. Raffles for free diapers, playpens, and other items will also be part of the event. More than 50 local vendors will participate.

For further information, call 718-99-BRONX (718-992-7669).

07/02/2026

Commemorating America’s 250th Anniversary.

BronxCare is the largest voluntary, not-for-profit health and teaching hospital system serving the South and Central Bronx.

06/25/2026

❤ BronxCare is proud to be recognized by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association with Gold Plus, Gold, and Honor Roll awards for 2026.

These prestigious recognitions are representative of BronxCare’s strong commitment to delivering and achieving excellence in heart and stroke care. Under the direction of Dr. Jonathan Bella, the Division of Cardiology is at the forefront of preventing and treating heart disease. Its inpatient and outpatient facilities provide high quality, state-of-the-art services to manage coronary heart disease and treat heart attacks, heart failure, and abnormal heart rhythms.

To learn more or to schedule an appointment, call 718-518-5222 or 718-99-BRONX (718-992-7669).

06/17/2026

BronxCare congratulates the New York Knicks, NBA Champions! 💙🧡