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Doctors urge residents to stay cool and hydrated amid extreme heat

Health officials say air conditioning is especially important for people who are at higher risk, including older adults and those with lung or other chronic medical conditions.

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North Infirmary Command closes as NYC continues push to shut down Rikers Island

The closure marks the third Rikers facility to be transferred to the Department of Citywide Administrative Services, following portions of the Anna M. Kross Center and the George Motchan Detention Center.