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Archive for 'Heathcare News'

Pet stores in NY state banned from selling dogs, cats, rabbits

Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

Willsboro, NY family and Richmond, VT couple welcome New Year’s Day babies

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$200M+ for summer meal program for low-income children

Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Adirondack Regional Blood Center Plans January Drives

CVPH program encourages all those who are eligible to donate in the New Year  Peru drive Monday, January 29  PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/28/2023) – The Adirondack Regional Blood Center, a program of the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) encourages all those who are eligible, to kick off the New Year […]

New York State Upstate NY teen revived with defibrillator after collapse at high school basketball game

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CVPH Diagnostic Center Expands Lab Service Hours

Self-schedule bloodwork on MyChart or by calling the Scheduling Office (518) 562-7340 PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/20/2023) –The University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) Diagnostic Center’s lab service is extending its hours. Beginning Tuesday, January 2, the service located at 89 Plaza Blvd, will be open an additional 3 hours each day, […]

Is your well water supply contaminated?

Tips for avoiding smoking during the holidays 

The holiday season can be stressful for a multitude of reasons, from travel and busy schedules to social gatherings and, for some, just being around family. For those attempting to quit smoking — and even those who’ve successfully quit — these stressors can add up and make steering clear of tobacco more of a challenge […]

Nurses Association members ratify new CVPH contract

Contract preserves healthcare benefit fund, provides wage increases Click here for the Sun Community News story 

CVPH Diabetes Self-Management Education Set for January 9

Three-part program offers information, practical tips to those living with Type 2 Diabetes PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/12/2023) – A three-part Diabetes Self-Management Education Program sponsored by the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) begins Tuesday, January 9 at the main hospital. The program, led by certified diabetes educators Ann Watts and […]

Medical Assistant Laura Crossman Honored for Supporting Patients, Colleagues

 PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/12/2023) – A Medical Assistant renowned for her unwavering support of colleagues while ensuring patients with diabetes get the care they need has been honored as the latest recipient of the BEE Award at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH). Laura Crossman was presented the award during a surprise […]

 CCHD to Hold Free COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic 

Plattsburgh, December 11, 2023. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is hosting a free COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.  The clinic will be held from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at CCHD’s offices, located at 32 Court Street in Plattsburgh. This clinic is open for all residents ages 12 and older.  “Staying […]

Donate Blood at an Upcoming Adirondack Regional Blood Center Drive

Peru Gazette Note – Twenty people volunteered to donate blood on Monday, December 4 in Peru with eighteen units collected.  If you couldn’t donate in Peru there are several other December opportunities. The Adirondack Regional Blood Center, a program of the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH), makes giving blood […]

CVPH has 20+ unfilled jobs for physicians

Federal J-1 Visa program looks to ease physician shortage Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Peru Blood Drive Today, Monday Dec. 4

This is a friendly reminder that there will be a Blood Drive today, Monday, December 4, 2023. The Drive will be held at the Peru St. Augustine Church Parish Center between 3pm and 6:30 pm. Come save lives and enjoy some snacks.

Monday, December 4 Blood Drive in Peru

Registration Open for new Santa Dash 5K Race

Event to benefit CVPH Nursing scholarships   PLATTSBURGH, NY (11/29/2023) – Residents are invited to run for a good Claus as part of the first-ever Santa Dash 5K Run/Walk. The event is being held on Saturday, December 9th at Valcour Brewing Company in partnership with Adirondack Coast Events, with an 11:00 a.m. race start time. […]

The third wave: How Burlington lost ground in its battle against opioids

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RN Elizabeth Trudeau Honored for Helping Patients Feel at Home

PLATTSBURGH, NY – A Registered Nurse who helped a patient get through her struggles away from home has been honored as the latest recipient of The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH). Elizabeth Trudeau, BSN, RN was presented the award during a surprise ceremony with […]

Here’s a great gift idea

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Brive, Monday, December 4, from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru. All blood collected is utilized in our local trl-county region. What a great Christmas Gift for your neighbors – life-saving blood. The blood drive is coordinated by St. Augustine’s […]

SUNY Canton now offering nursing doctorate

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End the silence on health care violence.

Our staff share their stories, as a national crisis hits home. Across the country, health care staff suffer more violent assaults than any other profession.  Click here to view the UVN Health Network Video 

Pediatrician provides insight into Halloween safety

One is 13 children have food allergies  Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Adirondack Regional Blood Center Drives Benefit North Country Residents

November – CVPH program plans several opportunities to donate The next donor drive in Peru is Monday, December 4  PLATTSBURGH, NY (10/30/2023) – The Adirondack Regional Blood Center, a program of the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH), plans several blood drives open to the community in November. The upcoming […]

CVPH Updates Masking Guidelines

Changes reflect COVID-19 data in hospital, community  PLATTSBURGH, NY  – The University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) is rolling back masking requirements for patients, visitors and employees. Beginning Saturday, October 28, masking will be optional for all who enter CVPH facilities. However, hospital officials say anyone who has symptoms of […]