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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
Mixed news on colorectal cancer screening rates in NYS
More than 76% of adults in New York state aged 50 to 70 are getting their recommended screening for colorectal cancer, according to health tracking data compiled by New York state. more
Local woman recognized for service to patients
Upstate HomeCare has selected Janice Elliott, director of Vascular Access, to receive the 2023 Lynn Giglione Women in Leadership Award from the National Home Infusion Foundation. 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
‘Cancer Survivorship: Moving Forward’ topic of March 21 workshop at YMCA
Cancer survivorship begins at the time of diagnosis and focuses on an individual’s overall health and well-being. more
Registration opens for YMCA Vacation Fun Club
Area children can spend April’s school vacation with the YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley, which is offering a daily enrichment program. 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
Oneida County announces upcoming rabies clinics
The Oneida County Health Department has released its schedule of five rabies vaccination clinics to be held through the remainder of the year. 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.
Blood donors needed to maintain supply, says Red Cross
The American Red Cross is reminding the public that the need for blood doesn’t take a break. Blood and platelets remain at risk of running low this month. more
COLUMN: Alcohol can be controlled
For many of us, alcohol was available in our homes for most of our lives. People drank alcohol for family gatherings, holidays, and happy events. more
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North Country cycling events announced for 2023
The Adirondack Foothills Cycling Club has announced its slate of North Country cycling events for 2023. more
The Doula Partnership serving Cayuga, Cortland, and Madison counties are currently accepting self-referrals and referrals from healthcare providers and community services organizations that support pregnant women.
Network established for doula services
The Doula Partnership of Cayuga, Cortland, Herkimer, and Madison counties provides doula services to pregnant residents who qualify as low-income or may have challenges accessing prenatal, birth, and postnatal support. 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
Free colon cancer screening, education event offered at Sangertown
In recognition of Colon Cancer Awareness Month, Bassett Healthcare Network and the Cancer Services Program of the Central Region are sponsoring a free colon cancer screening event. 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
Rome Health Registered Nurse Megan Palczynski recently received the Daisy Foundation Award. From left: Registered Nurse Tracy Hildenbran, nurse supervisor; Palczynski; Ashley Edwards; and Ryan Thompson, chief operating officer.
Rome Health nurse earns Daisy Foundation Award
Rome Health announced that Registered Nurse Megan Palczynski was awarded the Daisy Foundation Award for her care of a patient at Rome Health. more
Local brain aneurysm support group meets Monday, March 13
The local chapter of the Joe Niekro Foundation Brain Aneurysm Support Group will meet on Monday, March 13, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the social hall at St. John the Baptist Church. 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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