NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens hosted a comprehensive Community Health Fair on September 30, serving as the primary event in the hospital’s month-long celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Sponsored by MetroPlusHealth, the event transformed the hospital Atrium into a vital resource hub, connecting hundreds of local residents, patients, and staff with essential health services and education. Hispanic and Latino populations face higher risks for certain conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and some forms of cancer. The fair provided a critical platform to share preventative strategies and tools for long-term wellness with all attendees, balancing the serious mission of education with a spirit of community connection. Attendees received specialized information from hospital teams including Stroke Initiative, Virology, Adult and Child/Adolescent Behavioral Health, Addiction Services, Ambulatory Care, and Social Work. These experts worked alongside partners such as the FDNY, NYC Commission on Human Rights, Catholic Charities of Brooklyn and Queens, CIANA, and The Lighthouse Mission to provide a holistic approach to community wellness.
In addition, staff from Queens Hospital and Rising Ground: Jamaica Community Partnership worked together to assemble over 100 bags of fresh produce and groceries for local families as part of the Hispanic Heritage Month health fair outreach. The fair was organized by the hospital’s Hispanic Heritage Committee, a dedicated group of employee volunteers.
“This health fair reflects our commitment to ensuring that everyone has access to the care they need—an essential aspect of our mission,” said Neil Moore, MBA, MPA, FACHE, CEO of NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens. “At Queens, we are a true community hospital. Our team members come from the neighborhoods we serve, speak the languages of our patients, and understand the cultural nuances that shape their healthcare experiences. This connection is not just about representation; it is about providing a healthcare home away from home. When we care for our patients, we are caring for our family members, friends, and neighbors.”
NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens leadership, staff, and community partners—including members of the NYPD—gather in the hospital atrium to celebrate the launch of Hispanic Heritage Month and the Community Health Fair.