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Virtual diabetes prevention program slated for September
ONEIDA — About 88 million American adults, that is 1 out of 3, have prediabetes. Never heard of prediabetes? Prediabetes means that your blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not quite … more
Cat tests positive for rabies in New Hartford
NEW HARTFORD — A cat has tested positive for rabies in the town of New Hartford. According to an announcement on Sunday by the Oneida County Department of Health, one adult had exposure to the cat … more
Alzheimer’s Association announces virtual meetings
Based on the guidance from local public health agencies, the Alzheimer’s Association has transitioned its support groups from in-person meetings to gatherings that take place remotely. Staff and … more
Oneida Health
Oneida Health lifts some visitor restrictions
ONEIDA — In collaboration with the state Department of Health, Oneida Health announced today it will lift some of its visitor restrictions at the hospital which were initially activated in March … more
Butterfly Release Celebration scheduled for July 22
NEW HARTFORD — The Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. Development Council will hold its annual Butterfly Release Celebration on Wednesday, July 22 with new ways to participate this year. All are … more
Therapy services reopen at Chestnut Commons
Rome Memorial Hospital is reopening its full complement of rehabilitation services at Chestnut Commons Physical and Occupational Therapy effective June 8, with comprehensive safety precautions to … more
Stewart’s offers sweet treat for blood donors
This June, the American Red Cross and Stewart’s Shops will offer a popular New York treat to blood donors who step up to give. For a fifth year, Stewart’s Shops is treating Red Cross blood donors … more
Volunteer Trail Work Day set for June 27
Volunteers are invited to social distance and wear facial masks as they take part in Volunteer Trail Work Day on the Tug Hill Traverse Trail in the heart of Tug Hill from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, … more
Two new COVID-19 deaths in Oneida County over the weekend
Oneida County reported two new deaths related to COVID-19 this weekend as total confirmed cases reached 1,019. Both of the deaths, reported Saturday, were related to nursing homes. The county has had … more
Dr. Tom Ibrahim
Tommy Ibrahim named president of the Bassett Healthcare Network
COOPERSTOWN — Douglas Hastings, Chairman of the Bassett Healthcare Network Board of Directors, announced the appointment of Dr. Tommy Ibrahim as the next president and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) … more
Bassett Healthcare announces emotional support helpline
COOPERSTOWN — As phase one of reopening New York during COVID-19 unfolds, Bassett Healthcare Network has established a new dedicated emotional support helpline, 607-322-0157. The helpline is … more
Rome Memorial Hospital reopens outpatient services in phased approach
As the Mohawk Valley region begins the first phase of reopening, Rome Memorial Hospital is taking a phased approach to resuming vital procedures and outpatient services to ensure that patients can … more
Bassett Healthcare Network outlines plans to restore services
COOPERSTOWN — Bassett Healthcare Network is resuming elective outpatient surgeries and non-urgent procedures. In addition, the network is undertaking restoration of the full range of health care … more
Hospital relocates drive-thru Hepatitis A clinic to MVCC's Rome Campus from noon to 4 p.m.
Rome Memorial Hospital is relocating its Hepatitis A vaccination clinic this afternoon to the Rome Campus of Mohawk Valley Community College due to the overwhelming demand at Tuesday’s clinic, … more
Additional exposures to Hepatitis A at Camden location
UTICA — The Oneida County Health Department has learned of additional dates and times worked by a LaRoma’s Pizzeria employee who has tested positive for Hepatitis A. In addition to the Rome … more
Recognizing signs of stroke can speed treatment, limit damage
Only one-third of adults in New York say they can recognize the signs of a stroke, according to a review of self-reported data by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. And that’s bad news since every 40 … more
Falcon Clinic adds ultraviolet lights to further sanitize exam rooms
NEW HARTFORD — The Falcon Clinic for Health, Wellness, and Recovery has been following CDC guidelines for sanitation, social distances, disinfection protocols in the workplace, in order to continue … more
Whitestown to provide cloth masks to residents
WHITESTOWN — The Town of Whitestown will provide cloth masks to residents in need due to the COVID-19 health crisis during a drive-thru distribution of the masks on Thursday, May 14, from 3 to 6 … more
POSSIBLE HEPATITIS A EXPOSURE — An employee at La Roma Pizzeria, 600 Floyd Ave., shown above, has tested positive for Hepatitis A and worked while infectious, possibly exposing restaurant patrons, according to the Oneida County Health Department. The restaurant is cooperating with the health department, officials said, adding guidelines for those people to self-monitor for symptoms or others who may require a vaccination.
Employee at Rome restaurant tests positive for Hepatitis A
An employee at La Roma Pizzeria, 600 Floyd Ave., has tested positive for Hepatitis A and worked while infectious, possibly exposing restaurant patrons, according to the Oneida County Health … more
CASE CONFIRMED — Health officials say a raccoon, like the one shown in this file photo, in Whitestown tested positive for rabies. The Oneida County Health Department has reminded residents throughout the county to be wary and known the warning signs of animals with rabies.
Raccoon tests positive for rabies in Whitestown
UTICA — A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in the Town of Whitestown, according to an announcement on Sunday by the Oneida County Health Department. The raccoon was sent to the state … more
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