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08/11/2025

September is approaching! Why not stop by Little Falls Hospital on August 19 and give blood at our American Red Cross blood drive before fall responsibilities fill up your schedule? Please note that Little Falls is excavating Smith Creek culvert, affecting traffic and parking.

Urgent need for blood donations. Please consider giving a power red cell donation if you are O-, O+, A-, or B-!

08/10/2025

August is Neurosurgery Awareness Month, commonly known as brain surgery. Our neurosurgeons specialize in providing innovative care to patients with diseases and conditions impacting the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves.

Click here to learn more about Neurosurgery: https://www.bassett.org/services/neurosurgery
Click here to learn about all of the ways Bassett Healthcare Network's Neurology Department works for its patients https://www.bassett.org/services/neurology

Our neurologists offer neurological exams, including EEGs, EMGs / NCSs, lumbar puncture / spinal taps, & more, to assess the function of the brain, spinal cord, & nerves.

08/09/2025

The dental services delivered by our network’s School-Based Health Centers are critical for the families and children we care for. Being able to see a dentist or hygienist during the school day, without having to travel and majorly disrupt learning is a game-changer, especially in local communities where access to dental care can be limited.

Jane Hamilton, RN, practice manager of our School-Based Health Program, appeared as part of a panel of experts on WCNY’s Connect NY broadcast to take part in a discussion on this important public health issue. Click below to watch the full program.

The panel explores the state of dental care, challenges with access, and possible solutions.

08/08/2025

As National Health Center Week comes to a close, we want to share our appreciation for all of the dedicated people working on the frontlines in our family medicine practices across the network.

Each of Bassett Healthcare Network's over two dozen health centers, located across 9 counties, fulfills a vital role in the rural town or village where it is located. Patients in need can see practitioners they trust, who are often their neighbors, and care relationships span multiple generations.

We honor our caregivers and team members who make these places of care and healing so welcoming, neighborly, and a true medical home. Thank you for all that you do for our patients.

08/08/2025

The Bassett Cancer Institute offers free monthly support groups, welcoming anyone who has a cancer diagnosis — any type or stage, newly diagnosed, in treatment, and survivors - to find community and receive support.

The next meeting is coming up on Wednesday, August 13. Click the link below to learn how to register.

The Bassett Cancer Institute is offering convenient FREE monthly cancer support groups! Anybody that has a cancer diagnosis is invited to participate.

08/07/2025

Tick bites can happen to anyone - whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or someone who barely leaves your home. According to the CDC, you can use these landscaping techniques to reduce the number of blacklegged ticks on your property.

- Mow frequently. Short grass exposes ticks to sunlight, making it harder for them to survive.
- Place a three foot wide barrier of wood chips or gravel between lawns and wooded areas. This can restrict tick migration from the woods to the lawn.
- Clear tall grasses and brush. Rake and remove leaves promptly in the autumn.
- Consider installing a fence to prevent wild animals that can carry ticks from entering your yard.

Always remember to check yourself for ticks and tick bites after you've spent time outdoors. If you are concerned you may have been bitten, see your Bassett provider. Several tick-borne diseases, like anaplasmosis, can lead to severe illness if left untreated. Learn more: https://www.bassett.org/news/tick-season-alert-facts-about-anaplasmosis-babesiosis-and-lyme-disease

08/06/2025

Stroke is the number five cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. People who live in rural communities face a 30% increased risk for stroke mortality — a gap that has grown over the past two decades.

The American Heart Association has awarded Bassett Medical Center with two Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards this year. This recognition demonstrates the hospital’s proven dedication to best practices and life-saving care for stroke patients.

Bassett Medical Center has received two prestigious American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards for demonstrating commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for treatment of stroke.

08/05/2025

Each year, World Breastfeeding Week is recognized during the first week of August. It's a time to recognize breastfeeding as the best source of nutrition for most infants. Get the facts by visiting https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding

Did you know that we regularly host online classes for new, local parents who are interested in learning more? Our next session is coming up in just a few days. https://www.bassett.org/event/2025/08/06/breastfeeding-class-online

Why breastfeeding matters and what CDC is doing to improve U.S. breastfeeding rates.

08/04/2025

Welcome to Bassett, Nicole Betancourt, MD! We’re pleased to share that Dr. Betancourt has joined Bassett Healthcare Network as Director of Inpatient Pediatrics at Bassett Medical Center.

Dr. Betancourt completed her medical degree and residency training at Albany Medical Center in Albany, NY. Her fellowship training in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine took place at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, PA. She is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

Dr. Betancourt provides care to pediatric patients admitted to Bassett Medical Center in Pediatrics and the Birthing Center, including diagnosis and treatment of illness, prescriptions, specialist referrals following a patient’s hospital stay, and more.

Learn more by clicking below.

Dr. Betancourt provides care to pediatric patients admitted to Bassett Medical Center in Pediatrics and the Birthing Center, including diagnosis and treatment of illness, prescriptions, specialist referrals following a patient’s hospital stay, and more.

08/03/2025

It can be challenging to stay healthy and well – but there’s help! Come to a Health and Wellness event on August 19 at Schoharie Library and connect with local organizations ready to help you thrive.

Representatives from Catskill Center for Independence, Cornell Cooperative Extension Schoharie and Otsego Counties, The Gathering Place 50 Plus Community Center, Helios Care, Integrated Community Alternatives Network (ICAN), Planned Parenthood of Greater New York, and Schoharie County Community Action Program are all expected to be there!

Come to the Schoharie Free Library for an afternoon of learning, friendly faces, and fun!

08/02/2025

Vaccines are a highly effective tool in the prevention of disease, proven by decades of research. This , we want to empower you to ask your Bassett Healthcare Network practitioners any questions you may have. The time is always right to start a conversation about your health. Check out these resources: https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/immunization/vaccine_safety/

With the new school year fast approaching, make sure your child has met all of New York State's Immunization Requirements. If they are enrolled in our School-Based Health Program, you can call 844-ALL-SBHC (255-7242) to make an appointment. Visit bassett.org/sbhc for more information.

08/01/2025

We want to honor and thank Security Officer Robert Meiser and K-9 Hudson, who are retiring today after more than 6 years of service to our network. Officer Meiser and Hudson were the very first K-9 unit to join our team, and their leadership, professionalism, and compassion have built our K-9 program to what it is today. They have worked to keep our patients and caregivers safe every day. May their retirement be full of peace, relaxation, (and many open fields, treats, and Kong chew toys for Hudson!). Congratulations and thank you for your service. We will miss you.