So, You Need to Get in Touch with eVital NYC: A Guide for the Public (and Possibly Confused)
Ah, eVital NYC. The name sounds vaguely like a brand of energy drink for overworked millennials, but fear not, this system is all about the most vital events in the Big Apple: births, deaths, and, well, the not-so-happy kind of termination of pregnancies.
Now, if you're reading this, chances are you're knee-deep in paperwork (or maybe celebrating a new arrival, congrats!). But either way, you need to get in touch with eVital NYC. The question is: how?
Fear not, Fellow New Yorker, Help is Here! (Unless You Need Medical Advice, Then See a Doctor)
There are a couple of ways to snag eVital's attention, depending on your situation.
- For the Medical Professional (or the Very Organized Citizen): If you're a doctor delivering a bouncing baby or a funeral director dealing with, well, the opposite, you likely already have access to eVital's online system. Pro tip: Don't confuse eVital with Everclear (unless you're having a really stressful day).
- For the Rest of Us Mere Mortals: If you're a regular dude (or dudette) navigating the world of birth certificates or, unfortunately, death certificates, then you'll want to head over to the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's website. Because, let's face it, dealing with vital records can be enough to make you need mental hygiene.
But Wait, There's More! (Because Nothing is Ever Simple in NYC)
- Email Might Be Your Friend (or Foe): The website offers an email address (evital@health.nyc.gov) for contacting eVital. Just be prepared for the wonderful world of government email response times. It might be faster to train a carrier pigeon (though social distancing for pigeons might be a concern these days).
Remember, Patience is a Virtue (Especially in NYC)
Dealing with any kind of paperwork in New York City can be an adventure. So, take a deep breath, grab a giant cup of coffee (or a celebratory mimosa, depending on your situation), and approach eVital with a sense of humor. After all, laughter is the best medicine (unless you actually need medicine, then again, see a doctor).
