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The American Cancer Society is teaming up with Hannaford Supermarkets and the Utica Blue Sox baseball club to raise funds and show support for local breast cancer survivors during a ‘Pink the Park’ game on Saturday, July 23, at 6:45 p.m. at Murnane Field, 1700 Sunset Ave., against the Mohawk Valley DiamondDawgs.
Blue Sox to host ‘Pink the Park’ night
The American Cancer Society is teaming up with Hannaford Supermarkets and the Utica Blue Sox baseball club to raise funds and show support for local breast cancer survivors during a ‘Pink the … more
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Nascentia Health adds new staff
Nascentia Health, with offices across the region including Rome, has added a pair of new staff members from the region to its workforce. more
A one-month dosage of hormonal birth control pills is displayed in Sacramento, Calif. A drug company is seeking U.S. approval for the first-ever birth control pill that women could buy without a prescription. The request from a French drugmaker sets up a high-stakes decision for the Food and Drug Administration amid the political fallout from the Supreme Court’s recent decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
Over-the-counter birth control? Drugmaker seeks Food and Drug Administration approval
For the first time, a pharmaceutical company has asked for permission to sell a birth control pill over the counter in the U.S. HRA Pharma’s application on Monday sets up a … more
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Baby formula is displayed on the shelves of a grocery store in Carmel, Ind. on May 10, 2022. Among actions taken during the formula shortage over the past several months, a bill introduced early June, 2022, would require the Food and Drug Administration to inspect infant formula facilities every six months. U.S. regulators have historically inspected baby formula plants at least once a year, but they did not inspect any of the three biggest manufacturers in 2020.
Production resumes at troubled Abbott baby formula factory
Production of baby formula has resumed at the Abbott Nutrition factory in Michigan whose February shutdown over contamination contributed to a national shortage, a company spokesman said. Damage … more
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Red Cross urges public to donate blood following drop in June collections
The American Red Cross and Discovery are partnering for Shark Week and invite people to dive in to help save lives by giving blood or platelets in July. more
County launches comprehensive health survey of residents
Oneida County has launched a survey that will provide a comprehensive overview of the health of Oneida County residents and a snapshot of the health status, resources and needs of the … more
Mercy Flight Central launches blood program
Mercy Flight Central has launched its blood program in which it has begun carrying low-titer O-positive Whole Blood on all aircraft. more
Rome Health on the Black River Blvd side.
Affiliate’s merger won’t impact Rome Health operations
A merger between St. Joseph’s Hospital in Syracuse and St. Peter’s Health Partners in Albany will have no effect on operations at Rome Health, according to hospital officials. more
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Ashley Edwards
Rome Health names new chief nursing officer
Registered Nurse Ashley Edwards, MSN, a native of Westernville, has been selected as Rome Health’s chief nursing officer ... more
YMCA invites students to explore region through series of day excursions
The YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley, Rome YMCA branch, invites all Rome junior and senior high school students to “Explore Central New York." more
The Change Club Project offers Rome and Camden residents an opportunity to earn money, receive funds for a community project, and potentially improve their health.(Photo submitted)
Researchers seek participants in Rome, Camden-based health studies
A university-led research project that could benefit the health of Rome and Camden residents is seeking paid participants to be a part of this innovative opportunity. more
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The St. Elizabeth Family Medicine program graduated nine doctors recently. Graduates included: Mario Wassel, MD; Manoraj Ratnaraj, MD; Hoda Rahmani, MD; Andrea Jervis-Woolf, MD; Gaurav Patel, MD; Osnay Marrero, MD; Deepak Sharma, MD; Maria Kuehl, DO; and Julian Vallon, MD.
MVHS graduates nine family medicine residents
Nine doctors graduated from the St. Elizabeth Family Medicine Residency Program just over a week ago ... more
Project to share ‘Faces of Agriculture’
In support of the local agricultural industry and in an effort to connect the community to the farmers and growers who provide safe, affordable food ... more
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Price Chopper/Market 32 recalls hydrogen peroxide
Price Chopper/Market 32 has issued a voluntary manufacturer recall on 16 oz bottles of Top Care 3% USP Hydrogen Peroxide with UPC 3680026711. more
Grandmaster Clifford Crandall Jr. is ready to serve it up in the pickleball court.
COLUMN: You’re never too old for pickleball
Clifford Crandall Jr. has a message for everyone over age 60: “Get up, get moving, and enjoy yourself!” Crandall has produced a video series, “Still Alive and Kicking.” Check out the video in the gallery. more
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Madison County Health Department announces summer immunization clinics
Madison County Health Department is holding two immunization clinics per month in July and August. more
Health Department issues safety reminder ahead of July 4 cookouts
For many, June typically means the end of the school year, graduations, the beginning of summer and a long Fourth of July weekend — often celebrated with a cookout or picnic. more
Virus found in Madison County mosquito pool
The Madison County Health Department announced Thursday a mosquito pool in the county has tested positive for the Jamestown Canyon virus. more
Marsha Moreland, of Rome, gives her green-cheeked conure, Sky, a drink of water while visiting Jervis Public Library on North Washington Street. Sky is a registered Emotional Support Animal and has come to Moreland’s assistance on several occasions.
In Rome, rescue bird becomes local sensation
They’ve become a hometown sensation and it’s not often that you don’t see the two together — whether it be grocery shopping or browsing through books at Jervis Public Library. more
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Madison County, Kinney Drugs offer COVID-19 vaccine appointments for children under age 5
With the approval of COVID-19 vaccines for children 6 months up to 5 years of age, local supply has become available and the Madison County Department of Health has announced clinics ... more
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