# Dr. Mitchell Katz: We Need Public Investment in Specialized Mental Health Facilities (5 min)

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Published: 2026-05-24T14:08:00+00:00
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## Resource

John talks with President and CEO of the New York City Health and Hospitals Dr. Mitchell Katz about the systemic failures in public health and the lack of residential facilities for those with mental illness or addiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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