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Mar 5, 20242 min read
Groundbreaking Report Exposes COVID-19 Pandemic’s Long-lasting Effects on Rochester Youth’s Mental Health
As society adjusted to the COVID-19 pandemic’s “new normal,” a hidden crisis unfolded – the toll on youth mental health. On February 29,...
Jan 24, 20242 min read
Cervical Cancer Screenings Can Save a Life
Anyone who has a cervix can develop cervical cancer. The good news is that cervical cancer can be prevented with regular screenings....
Jan 1, 20241 min read
New Year’s Resolutions to Quit Tobacco
As we move toward a new year, many of us seek ways to improve health or make changes in our lives for the better through New Year’s...
Dec 13, 20232 min read
It’s Not Too Late to Get Screened
Just because October is over doesn’t mean you missed your chance to get screened for breast cancer. In case you missed it, October was...
Dec 13, 20232 min read
MCC Partners with Rochester Regional Health to Create Phlebotomy Technician Program
In collaboration with Rochester Regional Health (RRH), Monroe Community College (MCC) will offer a one-semester, credit-bearing...
Sep 12, 20232 min read
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Pushes for Black Maternal Health
On September 20, 2023, members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. (ZPB) will be actively championing the Black Maternal Health "Momnibus"...
Sep 1, 20232 min read
NYS DOH Promotes Donorship in Diverse Communities During National Minority Awareness Month
In recognition of National Minority Donor Awareness Month, the New York State Department of Health encourages organ, eye and tissue...
Aug 24, 20236 min read
Covid Makes a Comeback, But New Vaccines Are Around the Corner
The US is experiencing a summer swell of infections, though hospitalization rates remain relatively stable. Three eminent experts...
Jul 18, 20233 min read
Prevent Covid, Measles and Other Disease Outbreaks—Get Your Children Immunized Now!
“It is important not to wait until the last minute,” said Dr. Albert Arteaga, president of LaSalle Medical Associates. “As we get closer...
Jul 7, 20232 min read
NYS Now Stopping Mandatory Overtime for its Nurses
The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) has officially enforced an update to the Labor Law aimed at curbing mandatory overtime...
Jun 30, 20232 min read
How Recent Change May Impact New Yorkers with Medicaid, Essential Plan or Child Health Plus
Q&A with BJ Adigun of Excellus BCBS If you or a family member are one of the more than 1.3 million* upstate New Yorkers with Medicaid,...
Jun 29, 20232 min read
Dr. Michael Mendoza, Monroe County Public Health Commissioner Issues Air Quality Recommendations
As our community adapts to wildfire smoke events, it is important to continue enjoying outdoor activities when it is safe to do so. Keep...
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