Workforce consortium to address policy barriers in coming year
As it enters its second year of work, a leadership group seeking to alleviate health care workforce shortages will address policy barriers in nursing, telemedicine and behavioral health that hamper the delivery of care.
Region selected for national health initiative
The Finger Lakes region is one of only six areas across the country chosen to participate in ReThink Health Ventures, a health innovation project funded by the Fannie E. Rippel and Robert Wood Johnson Foundations.
Play champions urged City Council to put kids first by building a playable city
Advocates for play urged Rochester’s City Council to put kids first in the city’s comprehensive plan update to ensure Rochester is the best city to live, work and play. The advocacy effort was led by the Healthi Kids Coalition, an initiative of Finger Lakes Health Systems Agency, as part of the PlayROCs campaign.
Finger Lakes Health Systems Agency is certified as a great workplace
In a survey by independent analysts, 98 percent of employees said they feel good about the ways they contribute to the community.
Innovative clinical program improves high blood pressure
Practices have partnered with a high blood pressure consultant over the past five years as part of an innovative clinical intervention aimed at improving hypertension control in Monroe County.
Two health providers earned FQHC designation
Two health providers in the area are expanding primary care services to underserved patients, regardless of ability to pay, thanks to a new federal designation.
Summit showcases ideas to educate residents about health in Rochester
The 2016 Urban Wellness Summit brought together more than 100 people Sept. 29 at the Maplewood YMCA to offer inspiration to neighborhood wellness activists and promote healthier communities by sharing information about available programs.
Healthi Kids project named a winner in KaBOOM! Play Everywhere Challenge
Healthi Kids Coalition of Finger Lakes Health Systems Agency today announced it with partner with the Rochester Public Library and City of Rochester to create an interactive Story Walk and playful sidewalks at Phillis Wheatley Community Library.
Community celebrates 10th anniversary of Rochester lead law
Representatives from the Coalition to Prevent Lead Poisoning, the City of Rochester, the Monroe County Department of Public Health, community groups, staff members of the Environmental Protection Agency, and elected officials gathered Sept. 19 to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Rochester lead law.
Community members star in health posters
More than 30 health champions are sharing their medication reminders in full-color posters made exclusively for their congregations or workplaces. The customized posters are part of a public health campaign to encourage community members to develop strategies for taking medication.
Urban Wellness Summit promotes healthy neighborhoods
Rochester’s Urban Wellness Summit brings together a national wellness speaker and presenters from two neighborhood health programs for two hours of inspiration and networking.
Blood Pressure Collaborative and chamber healthcare initiative win innovation award
The High Blood Pressure Collaborative is the winner of the 2016 innovation award from the national Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives for boosting economic competitiveness by investing in health and wellness.
