DiNapoli Audit Sheds Light On COVID NY Nursing Home Deaths
The New York State Department of Health was unprepared to respond to infectious disease outbreaks at nursing homes, even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit New York.
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COVID Update: New York Rates Falling Over the Weekend
Cases of COVID in the Empire State have dropped 90% since the peak of January 7, 2022.
Oneida County Offering New Testing Sites Offering 24-Hour Results
Oneida County is offering new mobile testing sites at the Turning Stone Resort Casino and Utica National Insurance Group, making more tests available.
Annsville Resident Treated for Rabies Exposure from Racoon
An Annsville resident is being treated for exposure to rabies after a rabid raccoon was found in the town this week.
What is Florona?
That double infection, a combination of two illnesses - the flu and coronavirus - is considered "florona."
Utica to Offer Mobile COVID Testing in City Hall Parking Lot
Beginning on Monday, December 27, 2021 mobile COVID testing will be available in the parking lot of City Hall in Utica until further notice.
2 More Local Hospitals Reach 90% Capacity
As the COVID-19 virus transmission rate continues to be high in Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego Counties; and case numbers have been on the rise, some hospitals have had to suspend elective surgeries and procedures due to high capacity.
Elective Surgeries Limited at Area Hospitals Beginning Tomorrow
About three dozen hospitals around New York will not be performing elective surgeries beginning tomorrow, December 9, 2021.
Your Questions Answered: FAQ About New York’s COIVD-19 Related State of Emergency
New York State is now under a State of Emergency thanks to the new COVID variant, omicron. This is what the State of Emergency means for you and those you love.
Madison County Man Arrested for Possessing Fake COVID-19 Vaccine Card
A Madison County man has been arrested by New York State Police after he was found to be in possession of a forged COVID-19 vaccination card.