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Health Dept. issues West Nile, Lyme advisories
Friday, August 29, 2008
The Health Department has released advisories in regards to a recent discovery of West Nile Virus and Lyme disease.
Paterson freezes malpractice insurance rates
Friday, August 22, 2008
Gov. David Paterson is freezing medical malpractice insurance rates for a year as he seeks a broader solution to high business costs doctors claim are driving them out of New York.
Jump in measles cases linked to vaccine fears
Friday, August 22, 2008
Measles cases in the U.S. are at the highest level in more than a decade, with nearly half of those involving children whose parents rejected vaccination, health officials reported Thursday.
Crouse Hospital employees show signs of mumps
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Crouse Hospital in Syracuse announced that three healthcare providers at the facility have shown signs of mumps.
Legionnaires' disease bacteria found in hot water system
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Preliminary lab results show the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease is in the hot water system at the senior housing complex in Elmira.
More suspected Legionnaires' cases at nursing home
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Three people at a senior housing apartment complex in upstate New York appear to be stricken with Legionnaires' disease.
Insects bug Syracuse family
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
A Syracuse woman says her home is being invaded by insects.
Stomach ills on the rise at summer camps
Thursday, August 07, 2008
New York health officials are warning parents that significantly more summer campers are experiencing stomach cramps, diarrhea and nausea this year because of a spike in viral gastrointestinal outbreaks.
Health Update: Glaucoma
Wednesday, August 06, 2008
Second leading cause of blindness, but it is manageable
Lyme Disease cases are on the rise
Friday, August 01, 2008
Lyme disease is a debilitating illness that can affect your heart and nervous system, eventually resulting in arthritis.
Health Update: Foot Problems in Diabetics
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Managing diabetes means more than controlling blood sugar
Former Rosewood employee speaks out
Sunday, July 27, 2008
A former employee at the Rosewood Adult Home in Fulton is speaking out about conditions she faced while working at the facility years ago.
According to an IRS document, Tracy Boyce worked at Rosewood in 2003. Boyce said conditions were so bad she called the state health department to file a complaint. "It was all adding up to an awful big mess and there was too much neglect and it broke my heart because I loved that job," said Boyce.
Local man leaves Hospice cancer-free
Friday, July 25, 2008
A local man is beating the odds after battling brain cancer for six years.
Hospital issues Legionnaires' Disease update
Friday, July 25, 2008
Community General Hospital has just learned from laboratory test results that the type of Legionalla bacterium discovered in a cooling tower prior to its disinfection was the same type as found in a culture taken from a Legionnaires' patient who visited the campus in mid-June.
Health Update: Better Diabetes Control
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Dr Nancy Blake's topic today was the 'external insulin pump'.
Raising awareness of abusive tween relationships
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Research shows a quarter of those relationships involve sex as well as abuse.
FDA declares it's OK to eat tomatoes again
Thursday, July 17, 2008
The U.S. government has declared it's OK to eat tomatoes again, lifting its salmonella warning amid signs that the outbreak - while not over - may finally be slowing.
Officials find 13th case of Legionnaires' disease
Thursday, July 17, 2008
A 12th person has come down with Legionnaires' disease and health officials say the bacteria that causes the deadly respiratory ailment has been found at a second location, a Syracuse nursing home.
Doctor shortage in Central New York
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
There's a doctor shortage in Central New York when it comes to specialty areas. Between 2002 to 2006, there were fewer doctors in primary care, general surgery and psychiatry.
Health Update: Pill Boxes
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Pill boxes can make safer and more efficient use of prescriptions
New health concerns at Van Duyn
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Van Duyn Home and Hospital's water system has tested positive for Legionella.
Health Department offers mosquito protection tips
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
The Oswego County Health Department is reminding people to take protective measures against mosquitoes this summer.
Legionella found at Van Duyn
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
The health department reports that Legionella bacteria has been found in the water supply of the Van Duyn nursing home.
How the Medicare veto override affects CNY
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Congress has voted to override President Bush's veto of the Medicare bill.
Asthma inhaler health advisory
Friday, July 11, 2008
Check with a pharmacist of doctor, on how using inhalers will change
One legionella patient has died
Friday, July 11, 2008
The Health Department has told Action News that one of the ten people diagnosed with Legionniares' Disease has died.
Possible Legionella cause discovered
Thursday, July 10, 2008
We have two new pieces of information to report concerning an outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease in Onondaga County.
Health Update: Caffeine
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
Caffeine is a stimulant, which, if overused, can cause health problems
More confirmed cases of Legionnaires' disease
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
The Onondaga County Health Department says there are two more Legionnaires' Disease cases associated with the cluster on Onondaga Hill.
Gov. signs law banning dorm smoking
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
It's official. Smoking is now off limits in all college dormitories in New York state.
Keeping disease out of your hot tub
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
There's nothing like a hot tub to relieve stress. But beware: A hot tub has the potential to be a hotbed for bacteria.
Legionnaires' Disease in Onondaga Co.
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
The Onondaga County Health Commissioner confirms seven cases of Legionnaire's disease within the past ten days.
Red Cross asks for donations
Friday, July 04, 2008
The Red Cross is looking for donations to help make up for a low supply.
New codes require alarms in new or remodeled pools
Wednesday, July 02, 2008
State officials are requiring alarms in new commercial and residential swimming pools in an effort to reduce child drownings.
Concern over TCE at Watertown brake factory
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Officials with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation are releasing the results of an environmental investigation in Watertown.
Health Update: Heat Stroke
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Heat Stroke can happen even when it's not very hot.
FDA approves five-in-one vaccine for children
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Getting children to sit still for a shot is a struggle that many parents are familiar with, but the Food and Drug Administration will soon make those doctor visits a little easier.
NYSOA issues contact lens warning
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
The New York State Optometric Association today warned consumers about the potential health consequences of using contact lenses without a prescription and the legal liability for business owners who sell contact lenses without a prescription.
Vivian Teal Howard closing delayed
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Nursing home is expected to have new owners and operators before August 15th deadline
NY to sue chain pharmacies over expired goods
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
New York will sue CVS and Rite Aid pharmacies for selling expired food, medicine and baby formula even after warnings from state officials.
Health Update - Poison Ivy
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Dr. Nancy Blake from Village Medical of CNY stopped by the Action News studios this week for her regular health update. This week's topic: Poison Ivy.
Lawmakers vote to ban smoking in all college dorms
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
State lawmakers have approved legislation to ban smoking in all college dormitories, including private schools, citing health and fire risks.
Official says tax hike has smokers ready to quit
Monday, June 16, 2008
New York smokers have been sent outside in all kinds of weather, coughed at in disdain, and now they are burdened with the most expensive cigarette taxes in the nation. Now, to add cost to injury, the state is declaring its highest-in-the-nation cigarette tax a success.
Two cases of salmonella reported in New York
Friday, June 13, 2008
The New York state health department says two cases of salmonella have been confirmed in the state and they may be linked to a national outbreak caused by tomatoes.
Businesses encouraged to 'Start! Walking'
Thursday, June 12, 2008
People are walking off the job in Tarrant County, Texas… and they are doing so with their employer's encouragement. They are participating in the American Heart Association's “Start! Walking” program.
Cuomo says pharmacies selling expired products
Thursday, June 12, 2008
New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo says two statewide drug store chains are selling expired food, medicine and baby formula.
Health Update: Dietary fiber
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Fiber is an essential part of any diet, but it must be taken correctly
Tomato alert: don't look for them in fast food
Monday, June 09, 2008
Several fast food chains & supermarkets are pulling raw tomatoes as the FDA issues an alert, looking for links to salmonella
Medicaid to deny payment for hospital errors
Thursday, June 05, 2008
Soon, New York hospitals won't be able to bill Medicaid for mistakes during surgery, medication errors and other deadly complications caused by preventable hospital blunders.
Health Update: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Wednesday, June 04, 2008
Health advice on symptoms, treatments for irritable bowel syndrome
Local reaction to cigarette tax increase
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Menorah Park has imposed a no smoking policy on its campus in Syracuse to coincide with today's $1.25 increase in the cigarette excise tax.
Cigarettes now cost more
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
New Yorkers start paying the highest cigarette taxes in the nation Tuesday with the latest $1.25 spike per pack that officials expect to bring in $265 million a year.
Dangerous infection on the rise
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
An infection that has the possibility to be deadly is on the rise around the country.
Warning issued after aphrodisiac kills man
Friday, May 23, 2008
Health officials are warning New Yorkers to stay away from an illegal aphrodisiac made from toad venom after the product apparently killed a man.
Health Update: Sunburn
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Advice on preventing, and treating sunburn
Protecting your lips as summer approaches
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
It’s important to wear sunscreen at all time when you are outside, but one body part that is often over looked is your lips.
Kennedy diagnosed with brain tumor
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
A cancerous brain tumor caused the seizure Sen. Edward M. Kennedy suffered over the weekend.
Study: Teen STD cases are on the rise
Monday, May 19, 2008
It is a reality many parents fear: their teenage children are having sex and potentially putting themselves at risk for sexually transmitted diseases.
How to protect your family against bed bugs
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Don't let the Bedbugs bite! It's not just in hotels & public places, they're infesting homes, too.
Nursing home company barred from industry, fined
Friday, May 16, 2008
The owner of four upstate nursing homes has been barred from the industry and fined $15,000 following an undercover investigation into patient neglect.
Lawmakers optimistic about stricter doctor oversight
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Lawmakers say Gov. David Paterson's proposal to increase doctor oversight and prevent misconduct has a good chance of passing this session - but with changes.
Health Update: Dehydration (video)
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Don't wait til you feel thirsty....dehydration needs immediate action
Tougher cars help save lives (video)
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Cars are getting stronger and safer every time a company remakes a model.
Health Dept. discusses H.W. Smith TB case (video)
Thursday, May 08, 2008
According to the Onondaga County Health Department, one foreign born student has an active case of pulmonary tuberculosis which wasn't detected until the child had been in school for about six weeks.
Student tests positive for Tuberculosis
Thursday, May 08, 2008
A Syracuse student has tested positive for Tuberculosis.
Health Update: Dealing with Allergies
Wednesday, May 07, 2008
Symptoms, causes and some solutions for springtime allergies
Tattoo concerns (video)
Tuesday, May 06, 2008
A health warning is being issued about a Niagara Falls tattoo artist.
Warning issued about Niagara Falls tattoo artist
Tuesday, May 06, 2008
Health officials are urging clients of a Niagara Falls tattoo artist to be tested for HIV and hepatitis.
'Magic mirror' shows how behavior affects your body
Tuesday, May 06, 2008
We’ve all heard the phrase “mirror, mirror on the wall...”, but what about if the next line is...”tell me what I’ll look like this time next fall”?
Hospitals see nursing shortage (video)
Monday, May 05, 2008
Tuesday is the start to National Nurses Week and there is a shortage of nurses both nationally and in New York State.
Athletic mouth guards can hide dangerous germs
Friday, May 02, 2008
The results of a new study may have athletes thinking twice about how they care for their mouth guards.
Concern over women's lacrosse injuries (video)
Thursday, May 01, 2008
When it comes to women's lacrosse most players will tell you they love the intensity of the game, but as the game has become more aggressive some say it's time for helmets to become part of the rules because too many are suffering head injuries.
Report questions link between pollution, health problems
Thursday, May 01, 2008
After researching the question for seven years, a federal agency said Wednesday it cannot draw broad conclusions about how industrial pollution in the Great Lakes region has affected human health.
Hearing to look at reducing tap water scalding
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
A child safety specialist will testify at a state Assembly public hearing in Albany today aimed at decreasing the rate of tap water scalding in New York.
New York suspends sales of 4 Scotts pesticides
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
New York environmental officials are suspending the registration of four commercial pesticide products manufactured by the Scotts Company.
Oswego Co. lawmakers debate smoking ban (video)
Monday, April 28, 2008
Oswego County is preparing to crack down on smoking.
Time to slim down for summer
Friday, April 25, 2008
Watching what you eat and getting regular exercise is crucial to get in shape, and we have some Web sites that might help.
Explore organics with Action News (video)
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Action News is taking a look at the boom in organic food.
Health Update: RSD
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
RSD--Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy...also called Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Alternative homeopathic medicine
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Homeopathy is a medical philosophy that's been around for about two hundred years, and it's based on the belief that the body can heal itself.
C-NS closes athletic field, lead found in turf (video)
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Cicero-North Syracuse High School athletic field shuts down after a high amount of lead found.
Lead concerns close C-NS turf field (video)
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
The North Syracuse School District has closed its artificial turf field at Cicero-North Syracuse High School because of high lead levels.
Waiting for a kidney transplant, four years (video)
Monday, April 21, 2008
In Central New York, there is a long wait for those hoping for a kidney transplant. The average wait is more than four years.
Concerns over the Ortho Evra birth control patch (video)
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Tonight, a look at birth control benefits versus risks and why some women are now suing.
Flu season worst in three years
Thursday, April 17, 2008
This year, two of the three strains were not good matches and the vaccine was only 44 percent effective.
Crackdown on home care providers moves upstate
Thursday, April 17, 2008
New York's industrywide crackdown on fraudulent Medicaid home care providers is expanding upstate.
Health Update: Von Willebrand Disease
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Von Willebrand Disease, which affects blood clotting
Hands-only CPR, saving a life (video)
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
The American Heart Association is announcing a major change when it comes to CPR.
Health Update: Choking
Wednesday, April 09, 2008
Coping with swallowing and choking problems
Treating cancer with cyberknife treatment
Tuesday, April 08, 2008
Cyberknife is the latest technology to treat cancer, giving patients new hope in their fight.
Budget includes new drug discount card
Monday, April 07, 2008
New Yorkers who are the right age and make a living wage but can't afford insurance may qualify for discount pharmaceutical cards, which will offer an average of 30 percent off name brand drugs and 60 percent off generics.
Concern regarding syphilis at Cornell University
Thursday, April 03, 2008
Gannett Health Services and the Tompkins County Health Department are working together to make the community aware of the occurrence of multiple cases of syphilis in Tompkins County, including several in the Cornell community--student, faculty, and staff.
Health Dept. urges markets to halt tobacco sales
Thursday, April 03, 2008
The state Health Department is joining anti-smoking groups in an advertising campaign aimed at getting supermarkets across New York to halt sales of tobacco products.
Program shows teens their image after smoking (video)
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
The goal is to give people a sneak peak into what they would look like after a lifetime of smoking.
Reality Check: Teens and Tobacco (video)
Monday, March 31, 2008
We have a reality check: smoking can kill. That probably comes as no surprise to you.
Choosing a reliable home care provider
Monday, March 31, 2008
Choosing a home care provider can be a tough decision, especially if this is your first time doing it for either yourself or a loved one.
University Hospital, United Healthcare reach agreement
Friday, March 28, 2008
University Hospital and United Healthcare announced today that they have reached agreement on a new contract.
Awareness of colon cancer in your family (video)
Thursday, March 27, 2008
It’s a silent killer that will claim an estimated 50,000 lives this year. But these deaths are preventable thanks to proper screening.
Cappuccilli's withdrawal raises stroke awareness (video)
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Former State Fair Director and Congressional candidate Peter Cappuccilli, Jr. continues to recover from symptoms of a 'mini-stroke'. His health concerns remind us all just how critical it is to get help as soon as symptoms pop up.
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