PUBLIC TESTIMONY
Testimony by Dr. Jaishree Capoor, Physician specializing in pediatric rehabilitation
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Dr. Jaishree Capoor, a physician specializing in pediatric rehabilitation, voiced concerns about the health impacts of the proposed Memorial Sloan Kettering hospital construction on nearby residents. She emphasized the potential risks of prolonged exposure to construction dust and noise pollution, particularly for vulnerable populations.
- Requested real-time access to air quality data for individualized decision-making
- Called for vouchers for high-quality air purifiers to be provided to community members
- Suggested financial support from Memorial Sloan Kettering for temporary housing for high-risk individuals during the 6-year construction period
Jaishree Capoor
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Hi.
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My name is Doctor.
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Jayshree Kapoor.
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I'm a physician specializing in pediatric rehabilitation living at Hardinbrook House on East 66th Street between York And First, I'm a former NYPD chief resident and former while Cornell attending.
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While construction of a hospital is undoubtedly a commendable endeavor aimed at enhancing healthcare accessibility.
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We need to carefully consider the impact of such construction on the health and well-being of residents in surrounding areas.
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For long exposure to construction dust, has been linked to respiratory and cardiovascular issues, including arrhythmias, heart attacks, and strokes, endangering the health and well-being of residents.
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For vulnerable populations such as children, elderly, and individuals with dementia, or autism, the effect of pollution, including noise pollution, can exacerbate existing physical and mental health issues.
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We we request immediate real time access to air quality data to allow individualized decision making since one size does not fit all when it comes to sensitivity to pollution to air pollution.
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Request vouchers for high quality air purifiers for those in the community.
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Myself having spent over the past 2 months $800 for each Dyson air purifier, and a $100 per filter because I'm running my my air purifier 247.
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We also request for and especially for individuals who demonstrate they are at higher risk due to from prolonged exposure to construction dust, we request financial support for Memorial Sloan Kettering for intermittent temporary housing over the next 6 years in a quieter and less disruptive environment.
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Many who are elderly on fixed incomes at
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Kevin C. Riley
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Thank you so much.
Jaishree Capoor
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Kelly 247.