Modern digital imaging systems and compassionate care are the trademarks that make HHC hospitals like Jacobi and North Central Bronx leaders in breast cancer prevention, treatment and care.

With a focus on girls age 9 - 21, Cumberland D&TC has found ways to get young women to keep clinic appointments for the three rounds of vaccinations required to prevent cervical cancer.

After double shifts and college on weekends, Eddy Matthieu, a former laundry service worker at Sea View Hospital, achieved his dream for a higher education and a career in nursing.