Protest held in Geneva after Reed votes for Obamacare repeal

Published: 05/10/2017 @ 04:00 am

Constituents of Rep. Tom Reed (R-23) staged a mass ‘die-in’ on the sidewalk outside the Congressman’s Geneva Office on Tuesday afternoon. Some laid down with tombstones indicating cause of death: “Killed by ACA Repeal,” “Had a Pre-Existing Condition” or “Could Not Afford the Premiums.” Protesters, or ‘mourners’ as they dubbed themselves sang a dirge and carried signs. They came to... more

Reed, Katko continue to differ on healthcare bill

Published: 05/12/2017 @ 04:00 am

Two of the region’s congressional representatives continue to differ on legislation designed to replace the Affordable Care Act. Rep. Tom Reed, R-23 of Corning, reiterated his support on Tuesday for the revised Republican legislation that would replace the ACA, or Obamacare as it is commonly called. Meanwhile, Rep. John Katko, R-24 of Syracuse, was not swayed to support the amended... more

Urgent Care in Seneca Falls, Geneva extends hours

Published: 05/17/2017 @ 04:00 am

FLH Medical, P.C.’s Seneca Falls Urgent Care located at 1991 Balsley Rd. at Lifecare Medical Associates and Geneva Urgent Care located at 789 Pre-Emption Road in Finger Lakes Health Commons have new weekday hours. The new hours are 9 am to 9 pm. Monday-Friday. Weekend hours remain the same, 9 am to 3 pm. Urgent Care services are designed for... more

Auburn Community Hospital cited; witness says incident ‘mishandled’

Published: 05/18/2017 @ 04:00 am

Auburn Community Hospital is under scrutiny again for their handling of an incident that played out last month at the facility. According to officials Auburn Community Hospital called 911 and had an ambulance take an injured woman to a hospital that was 30 miles away. The woman had jumped two stories off its parking garage. A witness has added some... more

Thompson gets early OK to buy Canandaigua Medical Group

Published: 05/19/2017 @ 04:00 am

A proposal by F.F. Thompson Hospital to buy the Canandaigua Medical Group would cement what for many years has been an informal relationship. “Over the last 20 to 25 years, it really has been a partnership with Thompson to the extent that it can be,” said Jim Wright, interim chief executive officer of the multispecialty practice that is on the... more

FLX hospitals score no better than 3-stars on Medicare evaluation

Published: 07/30/2016 @ 04:00 am

The scores are in for hospitals across the Finger Lakes. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released ratings of more than 3,600 hospitals across the country — assigning them a rating of one- to five-stars. Proponents of the rating system say that it’s a way to give the consumer a simple way to measure a hospital. Opponents of the... more

Village of Watkins Glen Under Boil Water Advisory

Published: 08/09/2016 @ 04:00 am

The Village of Watkins Glen is currently under a boil water advisory. According to Schuyler County Emergency Management’s Facebook page, everyone in the Village, with the exception of those west of Monroe Street, is affected. This includes those on Salt Point Road. The advisory will be in effect until at least Thursday. Read More more

Cayuga Wellness Center recognized for creating a heart-healthy workplace

Published: 08/11/2016 @ 04:00 am

Cayuga Wellness Center’s Cayuga Center for Healthy Living, has been awarded an annual national recognition from the American Heart Association (AHA). The Ithaca Voice has an in-depth look at what the Cayuga Wellness Center is doing to make patients healthy and happy. Read more here. more

Officer hospitalized while processing heroin; NYSP issues warning to public, members of law enforcement

Published: 09/08/2016 @ 04:00 am

New York State Police are warning officers, as well as members of the public about recently received information from the field, which involved a member of law enforcement having an adverse reaction while handling suspected heroin. The release, which went out to State Police on Tuesday, was publicized on Thursday. The New York State Intelligence Center says that a member... more

Police: Schuyler home health aide charged with grand larceny

Published: 09/12/2016 @ 04:00 am

Delinda K. Buchanan, 41 years old of Savona, was arrested on Monday and charged with 12 counts Offering a False Instrument for Filing in the first degree, a class E felony and Grand Larceny in the third degree, a class D felony. It is alleged that Buchanan who is a home health aide submitted 12 time cards containing false information and... more

Drug Take Back Day coming to Victor on Sept. 24th

Published: 09/13/2016 @ 04:00 am

The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office and the Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition, an initiative of the Partnership for Ontario County, are pleased to announce the next Prescription Drug Take Back Day for Saturday, September 24th at the Victor Village Hall from 9am – 12pm. The purpose of this event is to collect and properly dispose of unwanted, unused and outdated prescription,... more

Auburn health center receives nearly $50,000 to enhance technology

Published: 09/17/2016 @ 04:00 am

Auburn health center receives nearly ,000 to enhance technology

A health center in Auburn was awarded nearly $50,000 for information technology enhancements at the facility. Read more from the Auburn Citizen more

Red Cross: Disaster, blood volunteers needed in Cayuga County

Published: 09/20/2016 @ 04:00 am

Have you ever wanted to give back to the community and help others? The American Red Cross has an urgent need for volunteers in Cayuga County and is seeking individuals who would like to assist the local community. Read More more

Health department: Blue-green algae blooms spotted throughout Owasco Lake

Published: 09/20/2016 @ 04:00 am

The Owasco Watershed Inspection Program has reported that blue-green algae blooms now have been spotted in open water across Owasco Lake, according to the Cayuga County Health Department. Health officials said Monday the blooms have covered the width of the lake, with sightings of blooms throughout the lake’s northern end to as far south as Burtis Point. Read more from... more

Health department: No toxins detected in public water despite blue-green algae blooms

Published: 09/23/2016 @ 04:00 am

The Cayuga County Health Department said in a release Thursday that despite widespread blue-green algae blooms on Owasco Lake, the treated public water supply has not been affected. The department continues to monitor the algae blooms and the water supply, but no toxins have been detected in samples collected from treated drinking water. Low levels of toxins were detected in... more

More cases of ‘super bugs’ being seen around the region

Published: 09/30/2016 @ 04:00 am

Doctors say this super bug appears to be resistant to even the most powerful antibiotics. Doctors believe many people are becoming sick because too many people overuse and sometimes even abuse antibiotics— including items like hand sanitizer. Providers are now being told to cut back on those types of prescriptions. With cases of super bugs on the rise in our... more

State law will require mental health education in schools

Published: 10/03/2016 @ 04:00 am

New York’s schools will have to teach about mental health in their state-mandated health classes in two years. The 40-year-old mandate for health education already specifically requires teaching about alcohol, drugs, tobacco, and the prevention and detection of cancers. Sponsors say the new curriculum will increase the likelihood that students recognize the signs of mental illness in themselves and others... more

How Clyde-Savannah School District became an award-winning health hub

Published: 10/04/2016 @ 04:00 am

“Alright, get to your stations!” called Jason Verkey. The physical education teacher at the Clyde-Savannah Central School District supervised a group of sixth-grade boys in their second archery lesson of the year last week. While it was overcast with a light sprinkle, the students grinned as they left a small shed where the bows and arrows are kept, and lined... more

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