Established in 1847, The New York Academy of Medicine is dedicated to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to live a healthy life. Through our original research, policy and program initiatives we provide the evidence base to address the structural and cultural barriers to good health and drive progress toward health equity. This work and our one-of-a-kind public programming are supported by our world class historical medical library and our Fellows program, a unique network of more than 2,000 experts elected by their peers from across the professions affecting health.

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Safe Streets

Health happens outside of the doctor’s office: 80% of our health is determined by how and where we live, work, learn and play. Transportation plays a key role in the well-being of New Yorkers. See below for more information and resources on transportation and health in NYC.

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Factsheets

Transportation Matters

This fact sheet provides an overview of the link between transportation and health, highlighting the impact that access to safe options for public and active transportation has on health and health equity in NYC.