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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
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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
PREOP COVID TESTING — With rapid COVID testing available on site, Rome Memorial Hospital has the capability to test patients the day before surgery to minimize the risk of complications. The hospital has also established separate entrances, elevators, units and staff as added measures of precautions to keep its surgical patients safe.
Surgeons resume elective procedures at Rome Memorial Hospital
Surgeons are now able to perform elective procedures at Rome Memorial Hospital as a result of the hospital’s available capacity and the precautions that have been put into place to provide the … more
Statewide breast cancer support offered
By calling 800-877-8077 New Yorkers who are concerned about breast cancer can reach the Adelphi NY Statewide Hotline & Support Program. The women answering the phones are all breast cancer … more
Hospice joins Giving Tuesday Now effort
NEW HARTFORD — Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc., 4277 Middle Settlement Road, will participate in #GivingTuesdayNow on Tuesday, May 5, a global day of giving and unity, sharing their urgent need … more
MVHS updates outpatient service models
Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) has updated its outpatient service model in order to keep patients in the region as safe and comfortable as possible while receiving care in the hospital’s … more
GRADUATE — Tom Kareckas with his certificate of graduation from Rome Memorial Hospital’s Pulmonary Rehabilitation program in 2014. Kareckas is contributing to Rome Hospital Foundation as a way of thanking the hospital for helping him breathe easier and regain parts of his life which had been limited due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Pulmonary Rehabilitation graduate finds a way to pay it forward
When Tom Kareckas graduated from Rome Memorial Hospital’s Pulmonary Rehabilitation program in 2014, he regained control over his life and started to breathe better. Years later, he’s still active … more
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