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Doctor to discuss ‘precision medicine’ as part of YMCA wellness series
Dr. Liza Jones will speak on the topic of “Precision Medicine: Using Pharmacogenomics and Nutrigenomics to Guide Your Health” at the Oneida YMCA. more
Though mask restrictions are now lifted in most areas, an exception is in Bassett’s skilled nursing facilities at A.O. Fox Nursing Home in Oneonta, and Valley Residential Services and Valley Health Services — both in Herkimer — where masks will still be required for all employees and visitors.
Bassett Healthcare Network lifts mask requirements in most care areas
Bassett Healthcare Network announced masks are no longer required for patients, visitors, or staff members across most areas of the health system. more
The exterior of the main entrance at Rome Health, 1500 N. James St., is shown on Friday, March 17. The entrance, which has been closed since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, is set to reopen on Monday, March 20. The entrance will be open 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day.
Main entrance reopens Monday at Rome Health
Effective Monday, Rome Health will reopen its main entrance on North James Street. more

Dr. Richelle Takemoto
Orthopedic surgeon joins team at Community Memorial Hospital
Community Memorial Hospital has welcomed a new orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Richelle Takemoto, to its medical staff. more
Determination Gala to celebrate overcoming adversity
The public is invited to join the YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley in recognizing members who have used determination to overcome adversity and achieve goals at the annual Determination Celebration gala on Saturday, April 22. more
Prostate cancer treatment can wait for most men, study finds
Researchers have found long-term evidence that actively monitoring localized prostate cancer is a safe alternative to immediate surgery or radiation. more
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Debra Walz
Cancer survivorship workshop March 21 in Oneida
Oneida YMCA, 701 Seneca St., will host a workshop about cancer survivorship at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 21. more
Visitors view “The Last Portrait: Reflections of the End of Life” by Mark DiOrio, on display now through April 11 at Donald G. Butcher Library at SUNY Morrisville. Portraits are of Hospice & Palliative Care patients from 2014-21.
‘The Last Portrait’ shares unique stories of life, and death
“I have my three grandsons and my daughter. I enjoy being around them. That’s what I live for. Them.” — Susan Delahunt, of Rome, 1951-2015. more
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OHM BOCES and Utica City School District Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Hayley Mielnicki poses Friday, March 3 in the Central Kitchen in Utica.
Dietitian helps feed nutritious meals to local students, school staff
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Hayley Mielnicki said she feels like “the head lunch lady” as she plans the breakfast and lunch menus for 16 area school districts. more
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This 2020 electron microscope image made available by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows SARS-CoV-2 virus particles, which cause COVID-19. A crucial question has eluded governments and health agencies since the COVID-19 pandemic began: Did the virus originate in animals or leak from a Chinese lab? Now, the U.S. Department of Energy has assessed with “low confidence” that it began with a lab leak although others in the U.S. intelligence community disagree.
Coronavirus origins still a mystery 3 years into pandemic
A crucial question has eluded governments and health agencies around the world since the COVID-19 pandemic began: Did the virus originate in animals or leak from a Chinese lab? more
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A CABVI employee packages a home health kit. A total of 38,901 home health kits were built in just 10 business days by a team from CABVI’s Central Industries.
CABVI continues growing commercial solutions, filling biggest order to date
The success of CABVI Solutions, a full-service business service provider, continues to swell as CABVI’s largest commercial order was placed and filled for Medline Industries, LP. more
Gov. Kathy Hochul is offering a 5% increase in the state reimbursement rate for Medicaid. But representatives of a slew of hospital and health care associations said medical establishments need a higher reimbursement rate to avoid financial calamities.
Health facilities make case for hike in Medicaid funding
Advocates for New York’s nursing homes and long-term care facilities have pleaded for a 20% increase in the state’s Medicaid reimbursement rate. more
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Participants in more than 50 teams begin to line up for the start of the 2022 Relay for Life Central New York at the Delta Lake State Park in September 2022. Event organizers are set to unveil plans for the 2023 event, which will also be held at the park, during a kickoff event on Wednesday, March 29, at 6 p.m. at Delta Lake Inn, 8524 Fish Hatchery Road.
Relay for Life announces plans for 2023 event
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Central NY, presented by Upstate Cancer Center, is set to take place from noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 10, at Lake Delta State Park. more
Smoking rates remain high among certain demographic groups; more work is needed to save New Yorkers’ lives and improve their health NYS TCP’s policy-driven, cost-effective and evidence-based approaches contributed to a substantial decline in tobacco use.
Local tobacco prevention advocates meet with lawmakers
The average adult smoking rate in New York State is now 12%, or 1.7 million adult New Yorkers smoke, down from more than 23% in 2001, and the youth smoking rate is down to 2.4% from 27.1% in 2000. more
MVHS adds OB/GYN to growing list of residency programs
Mohawk Valley Health System has launched a new Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Residency Program with approval from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. more
The Mohawk Valley Health System will host an in-person hiring event from 2 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28, at the Wynn Hospital Construction Offices, second floor, 201 Lafayette St., Utica. Those interested can register for the event by completing the form at mvhealthsystem.org/hiring. Walk-ins are welcome.
MVHS to host hiring event
The Mohawk Valley Health System will host an in-person hiring event from 2 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28, at the Wynn Hospital Construction Offices, second floor, 201 Lafayette St. more
A donor rolls up her sleeves to donate blood at an American Red Cross blood donation event in this Red Cross file photo. The local chapter of the organization has issued a call for donations, including a list of upcoming blood drive events.
Red Cross seeks blood donors during Heart Month
One in seven patients entering a hospital will need a blood transfusion. At the same time, only about 3% of Americans give blood. more
The YWCA Mohawk Valley’s 2023 honorees for their Salute to Outstanding Women.
YWCA Mohawk Valley reveals Outstanding Women
The YWCA Mohawk Valley has announced its honorees for the agency’s Salute to Outstanding Women 2023. more
Area homeschooled children enjoy Home Zone gym classes Wednesday, Feb. 8 at the YMCA in Oneida.
Homeschoolers learn healthy habits in YMCA Home Zone program
The recent return of the Home Zone: Homeschool Physical Education program at the YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley’s Oneida location was in response to numerous requests from area parents. more
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According to the Upstate New York Poison Center the top five poisonings for children ages 5 and younger were household cleaning products, personal care products, like hand sanitizers; analgesics, foreign objects, like toys and silica gel; and dietary supplements.
2022 was busy year for Upstate Poison Center
The Upstate New York Poison Center is most worried about children unintentionally eating marijuana edibles, according to their recap of 2022. more
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