By Samantha Dartt As federal support for tobacco control vanishes, protecting public health from the harms of tobacco use now falls more heavily
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Kids’ Health in U.S. Has Gotten Worse Over the Past 17 Years
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Parents: The Key to Your Child’s Success in School
By Barbara Pierce Back-to-school season can be an exciting time. But it’s also a stressful time for both children and their parents. It’s
Poll: School Vaccination Requirements Widely Supported By Americans
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Could Your Child Have a Learning Disability?
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Who’s Eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits?
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Oneida Health leader on ‘CEOs to Know’ list
Oneida Health President and CEO Felissa Koernig has been recognized in Becker’s Hospital Review’s prestigious 2025 “Community Hospital CEOs to Know” list. This honor
MVHS recognized for high-quality stroke program
The Wynn Hospital of Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines– Stroke Gold Plus
Health professionals join Slocum-Dickson Medical
Slocum-Dickson Medical Group (SDMG) announced the addition of two physician assistants and one physical therapist. They are: • Jessica Kast earned her Master







