Schumer seeks reversal of Medicaid cuts, citing North Country impact
U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer is calling for Congress to reverse federal Medicaid cuts and restore expired Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, warning that nearly 60,000 North Country residents could lose coverage. Schumer promoted the ... more
Specialty Medications in Everyday Healthcare: Conditions They Commonly Treat
Specialty medications have become routine care for people managing serious, long-term illnesses. These therapies often treat conditions that do not respond well to standard prescriptions. Many require injection, infusion, refrigeration, dose review, or close clinical ... more
Study links digital media problems to youth psychiatric crises
Nearly one in five pediatric psychiatric crisis encounters reviewed at a large children's hospital involved a problem related to digital media or devices, according to a University of Rochester Medicine study. Researchers examined more than ... more
What Makes Specialized Disability Services Vital for Families
Taking care of a loved one with complex needs is challenging. When you try to do everything yourself, you get tired and slow down a family member. Families need the right support structure and professional ... more
New York ranks 11th among happiest states in WalletHub study
New York ranks among the nation’s 15 happiest states, placing 11th overall in a new WalletHub analysis that compared all 50 states across 30 measures tied to emotional well-being, work, income, health and safety ... more
Rochester researchers identify possible key to predicting severe bone infections
University of Rochester Medicine researchers have identified a protein associated with some of the most severe bone and joint infections, a finding that could eventually help doctors predict which patients are at greatest risk for ... more
Ithaca Labor Day picnic honors hospital nurses
Cayuga Medical Center nurses received the Mother Jones Award during Ithaca’s 40th Labor Day Picnic, according to WENY. The Tompkins County Workers’ Center used the Stewart Park gathering to recognize local labor organizing and workers’ ... more
What happens next to the former birthing unit at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital?
Inpatient labor and delivery, newborn nursery and postpartum services were formally suspended Sept. 3 following approval from the New York State Department of Health. Rochester Regional Health has said persistent staffing challenges made it difficult ... more
Why Your Shoulders Aren’t Level and What You Can Do About It
Look in the mirror and tilt your head slightly. Notice one shoulder sitting a little higher than the other? You're not imagining it, and you're definitely not alone. Uneven shoulders are one of the most ... more
Newark-Wayne birthing center closure raises regional concerns
The Marshall Birthing Center at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital closed Sept. 3, leaving expectant parents in Wayne County with fewer nearby delivery options, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Wayne County Administrator Mark Humbert said the ... more
Auburn hospital nurses approve three-year contract
Auburn Community Hospital and nurses represented by 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East reached a three-year labor agreement following a Sept. 1 ratification vote, according to WSYR. The contract includes significant wage increases, improved differentials and ... more
Steuben County measles cases rise to nine as health officials trace latest infection
The newest case involves an unvaccinated resident who had contact with a previously reported measles case, according to a Sept. 4 notice from Steuben County Public Health. Health officials were notified of the positive test ... more
New York awards $76 million for rural health care networks
New York awarded $76.2 million to 56 organizations for 90 projects intended to connect rural hospitals, health centers, behavioral health providers and community groups into stronger regional care networks. The Rural Community Health Integration Initiative ... more
Seven NY-23 counties targeted in $76.2 million rural health initiative
Seven counties in New York's 23rd Congressional District are expected to benefit from a $76.2 million state initiative aimed at strengthening health care services and expanding access in rural communities, U.S. Rep. Nick Langworthy announced ... more
New York cuts 2027 health insurance rate requests, projects $1.6 billion in savings
New York regulators approved average 2027 health insurance rate increases of 6% for individual plans and 8% for small-group plans, sharply below the increases insurers sought. The Department of Financial Services said the decisions will ... more
Back-to-school physicals check vision, vaccines and mental health
Annual back-to-school physicals give families and pediatric providers a chance to identify health concerns that could affect a child's learning, sports participation or daily activities, Rochester Regional Health says. The exams track growth and development ... more
Steuben County measles cases rise to eight after two more infections confirmed
Steuben County has confirmed two additional measles cases, raising the countywide total to eight as public health officials continue tracing contacts connected to the growing cluster. The two newly confirmed cases involve unvaccinated residents who ... more
New York joins lawsuit challenging federal restrictions on gender-affirming care funding
New York has joined a multistate lawsuit challenging a federal rule that blocks Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program reimbursement for gender-affirming care provided to transgender adolescents. Attorney General Letitia James and the coalition argue ... more
URMC doctors recommend vaccination, cleaning and ventilation to limit flu
Annual vaccination, regular handwashing, surface cleaning and better indoor ventilation can help families reduce flu infections and serious complications, University of Rochester Medical Center physicians say. The health system described the flu shot as the ... more
