Queens Gazette

Greenmarket At Elmhurst Hospital Is Back


“The Elmhurst Greenmarket is back and better than ever,”

“The Elmhurst Greenmarket is back and better than ever,”

NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst announced on July 1 the availability of GrowNYC’s hospital-based Greenmarket. Back for its tenth season, the seasonal market will be open every Tuesday from 8 am to 4 pm through November 24.

“NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst is intently focused on improving public health through diet and exercise, so we’re extremely proud to partner with GrowNYC to ensure easy access to fresh produce for our patients, staff, and the community,” said Israel Rocha, Vice President of NYC Health + Hospitals and CEO of Elmhurst and Queens Hospitals.

“Diets rich in fresh fruit and vegetables can reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes,” said Dr. Jasmin Moshirpur, Regional Medical Director for Elmhurst and Queens Hospitals and Dean for Queens Affiliate at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. “We are glad that the market has returned for yet another season and happy to be able to direct our patients to a great community resource for healthier food options.”

“The Elmhurst Greenmarket is back and better than ever,” said NYC Council Member Daniel Dromm (DJackson Heights, Elmhurst). “Access to fresh fruit, vegetables and other locally-sourced goods is key to maintaining public health. I am delighted that the Greenmarket is once again serving residents of my district. I urge my constituents to stop by and take advantage of this excellent resource. This is a great way to improve your diet and to support New York farmers and other food suppliers.”

With its selection of locally-grown produce as well as breads, baked goods, and other fresh items, the Greenmarket has become a neighborhood favorite. In light of the COVID-19 crisis, GrowNYC has implemented new safety measures (including but not limited to):

Requiring face masks inside the market space.

Customers must maintain a 6-foot distance between themselves and Greenmarket staff and other customers.

Limiting parties to 1-2 people.

Greenmarket employees handle items and assist shoppers with selecting purchases.

For more information on the Elmhurst Greenmarket, visit GrowNYC.org.

For more information on programs and services at NYC Health + Hospitals/ Elmhurst, call 718-334-4000 or visit : www.nychealthandhospitals.org/elmhurst.

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