Will a minimum pharmacist fee lower or raise health care costs?
Assemblymember John McDonald makes the case for a minimum dispensing fee that prescription drug middlemen pay to pharmacists.
NY Health Commissioner talks access to care
State Health Commissioner Jim McDonald discusses accessing health care and the transition of the CDPAP administration.
State health commissioner on access to prenatal care
Dr. Jim McDonald discusses the state's prenatal leave policy and improving maternal health outcomes.
State health officials promote RSV vaccine
A state directive ensures that older New Yorkers and pregnant women can get an RSV vaccine at their pharmacy.
State health commissioner discusses gov’s budget
Dr. Jim McDonald talks about the tough spending choices in Gov. Kathy Hochul's executive budget.
State Health Commissioner backs latest COVID-19 vaccine
Dr. Jim McDonald makes the case for eligible New Yorkers to get the latest immunization for COVID-19.
State policymakers look to preserve child vaccine access
State Health Commissioner James McDonald wants to ensure New York's kids have access to vaccines regardless of federal policies.
Hochul administration unveils master plan on aging
State Health Commissioner Jim McDonald and State Aging Director Greg Olsen discuss the state's master plan on aging.
CDPAP hearing postponed at request of Hochul administration
A senate inquiry into the controversial transition of a popular home care program has been postponed.
Clearer picture emerges of CDPAP transition
New York is hitting its benchmarks for transitioning the CDPAP program, according to Health Commissioner Jim McDonald.
