"New York's Struggle to Bridge Gaps in Social Safety Net Revealed"

New York State officials have issued new guidelines urging hospitals to improve communication with care teams and outside organizations when caring for severely mentally ill patients. The move comes after an investigation revealed preventable breakdowns in homeless shelters, hospitals, and specialized treatment teams, leading to acts of violence by untreated homeless individuals. The state comptroller described the situation as a "wake-up call" and emphasized the dire consequences of failing to provide mental health services to those in need.