Republicans warn about possible ‘AlbanyCare’ as push for single-payer grows
Republicans in the state Senate on Tuesday warned voters a Democratic majority in the chamber could lead to “AlbanyCare” single-payer health care, a focus on boosting school aid to New York City and tuition aid ... more
More than a number: New Auburn medical practice opens
After a career practicing law wasn't as fulfilling as she hoped, Dr. Heather Wasileski decided to pursue medicine. And now, with her new medical practice, she hopes to offer a different level of care to ... more
‘AN INSPIRING SUCCESS’: Seneca County walk raises $18K for suicide prevention and awareness efforts
It was a stunning turnout for organizers who spent tireless days, weeks, and months preparing for the first ‘Out of the Darkness Walk’ in Seneca County. In partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, ... more
Upstate NY hospitals would suffer from federal funding cuts, Schumer says
Senator Chuck Schumer is pushing for a federal prescription pricing program to be maintained for rural hospitals after plans were announced that would cut funding. The cuts are being proposed for the 340B Drug Pricing ... more
Cayuga County flu clinics ahead of season
The Cayuga County Health Department is advising neighbors to get their flu shots ahead of flu season. In October, the Department will be hosting two different flu clinics: Wednesday. October 17th From 10 a.m. to ... more
Cayuga Medical Center will have new CEO come Jan. 1, 2019
Last Tuesday it was announced that current CEO of Cayuga Medical Center (CMC), John Rudd, will be retiring in the fall of 2019. In the same release, it was announced that Dr. Martin Stallone, vice ... more
Water advisory issued for Rushville public water supply
Citizens who use the public water supply in the Village of Rushville are being asked to use alternate water sources for drinking, cooking, making ice, making infant formula and preparing food. This comes after levels ... more
New leadership at Sodus nursing home, management continues dodging questions amid state investigations
First they were sanitary concerns, which led to outright safety concerns. Then, horrifying video was released purporting to show a medical situation brought on by staff failing to take care of residents at a nursing ... more
Ticks raising concerns in Cayuga as rare virus is spotted
A tick-borne virus with origins in Canada has made its way to Cayuga County. Health officials say a case of Powassan virus has been confirmed in the county. It's the first documented case of the ... more
Foul conditions, heartbreaking stories emerge from Sodus nursing home
Foul. Objectively looking at the reports and footage that have come from Sodus Rehabilitation and Nursing Center can only draw one conclusion: That the system has failed these people. News10NBC has been exposing problems inside ... more
Auburn nursing facility opens new wing, adds 10 beds
The Commons on St. Anthony opened a new wing on the terrace level of the Auburn nursing facility's rehabilitation floor. The 10-bed unit brings the facility to a capacity of 60 beds for short-term rehabilitation, ... more
SUNDAY CONVERSATION: Local group aims to prevent suicide, create conversation around mental health
It's time for talk. Combined with some local action. That's the clear message from the Seneca County Suicide Prevention Coalition, as well as other groups - leading the charge locally to help end suicide, and ... more
Water sampling to take place for residents impacted by August flooding
The Seneca County Health Department will be offering free bacteria water sample collections and testing for drinking water systems impacted by flash flooding in August. On Wednesday, Sept. 26, and Wednesday, Oct. 3 homeowners will ... more
Water Sample Collection notice Sept.
The Seneca County Health Department will offer free Bacteria Water Sample Collections and testing for drinking water systems affected by the August flash flood. Environmental Health Staff from the Seneca County Health Department will collect ... more
Cayuga County Health Department team recognized for work on harmful algal blooms
Cayuga County's 2017 Harmful Algal Bloom Response Team was recognized by the state last week for its “remarkable and commendable” work combating the blooms that have come to plague waterbodies throughout the county and state ... more
Counseling Center expands hours in Waterloo
Longer hours and better availability. The Seneca County Community Counseling Center, as part of Seneca County Mental Health is expanding service hours for local residents. It's a big change for Seneca County as they move ... more
Cayuga County Health Department continues outreach for harmful algae season
While harmful algal bloom season may have just begun, with blooms detected across the Finger Lakes, the Cayuga County Health Department has been doing its best to educate the public on the issue since when ... more
Public Health: Be sure to safely remove mold from living spaces after floods
If your home experienced moisture or water damage during the recent flooding, it may be at risk for mold growth. Use the following information from Schuyler County Public Health to make sure you are safely ... more
Seneca Co. Coalition releases statement, checklist for residents cleaning up from flood
The Seneca County Suicide Prevention Coalition released the following statement after the devastating flooding, which took place last week in parts of Lodi, Interlaken, and Covert. The Coalition also released a series of resources, which ... more
Eliminating the stigma of addiction
With the opioid epidemic showing no signs of slowing down, organizers of an event to celebrate those recovering from addiction — and to remember those who died from it — said families affected by drug ... more
Schumer: Yates ‘battered’ by drug epidemic
With Yates County having one of the highest drug overdose rates in the region, U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer discussed the opioid epidemic Wednesday during a stop in Penn Yan. At the local office of the ... more
