Health

City officials in Ithaca and Tompkins County Whole Health are urging dog owners to follow updated guidance to keep pets and people safe in urban settings. The announcement, made Tuesday, emphasizes that responsible dog ownership ... more

The first harmful algal blooms (HABs) of the season have been reported in Cayuga Lake, with several sightings added to the Community Science Institute’s database. Though none have yet been tested for toxins, past data ... more

Medical billing is the backbone of healthcare finance. Regardless of whether you run a primary care clinic, acupuncture office, or urgent care center, accurate billing is crucial. Efficient billing helps keep your practice running well ... more

A federal judge has preliminarily approved a class action settlement aimed at protecting vulnerable New Yorkers from losing home care services during a chaotic overhaul of the state’s Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP). The ... more

Backers of a New York State Legislature bill say it would help improve state troopers’ mental health. It calls for new policies providing troopers up to 20 days of paid leave if their use of ... more

Rochester Regional Health celebrated a major milestone this week, recognizing 63 graduates from its College of Health Careers as they enter the region’s healthcare workforce. The 2025 graduating class includes 13 Registered Nurse (RN) graduates ... more

Many older Americans are shocked to learn that Medicare—the federal health insurance program for those 65 and older—does not cover long-term care or assisted living in most cases. While the program offers broad benefits for ... more

Since New York legalized recreational marijuana, hospitals across the state have seen a surge in cannabis-related emergency room visits, according to syracuse.com. In 2023 alone, more than 135,000 people statewide sought help for symptoms like ... more

America’s biggest health insurers say they’ll overhaul the much-criticized process of prior authorization, a system patients and doctors claim delays vital care, according to USA TODAY. Companies including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, and Blue Cross Blue Shield ... more

Table of Contents: Introduction Is It Possible To Do BLS CPR Training Without Attending A Class? How Does Online BLS CPR Training Work Without Attending a Class? Who Can Benefit From Online BLS CPR Training? ... more

With Independence Day celebrations just hours away, Rochester Regional Health is urging New Yorkers to think twice before lighting fireworks at home. Dr. Keith Grams, Director of Emergency Medicine at RRH, warned that even small ... more

Health officials across the Finger Lakes Region have launched a new media campaign to combat rising rates of cancer and chronic disease by promoting simple, lifelong habits that start in childhood. The “Healthy Habits Grow ... more

A bipartisan bill passed in New York would allow physical therapy assistants to work under general supervision, meaning a physical therapist doesn’t have to be on-site during treatment, according to Spectrum News 1. The move ... more

A popular chocolate treat sold by Wegmans has been recalled due to an undeclared milk allergen, according to the FDA. The product, Wegmans Semi-Sweet Chocolate Nonpareils, could trigger life-threatening reactions in people with milk allergies ... more

A new Siena College poll released Tuesday finds that New Yorkers continue to support medical aid in dying by a nearly 2-to-1 margin, with 54% of voters in favor and 28% opposed. The poll measured ... more

A new proposal in New York could require opioid overdose medication in workplace first aid kits, according to Spectrum News 1. The bill mandates that any workplace already required to have a first aid kit ... more

New research reveals troubling findings about the safety of grocery store meat. According to the Finger Lakes Times, a Trace One study found New York has the ninth-highest retail meat contamination risk among 22 states, ... more

Governor Kathy Hochul delivered a pointed warning Friday in Albany, calling out Washington Republicans for pushing policies she says could devastate the North Country’s economy, health care system, and food access programs. At the center ... more

Governor Kathy Hochul has signed new legislation to expand the presence of licensed health care professionals at major sporting events in New York, ensuring athletes have continued access to critical medical support during competition. The ... more