Bassett Healthcare Network

11/16/2024

RSV season typically runs through the fall and winter months. Are you educated on the dangers RSV can pose to very young children, older adults, people with certain medical conditions, and those with underlying lung conditions?

The CDC recommends vaccination for adults ages 75 and older, pregnant women, and some infants. Talk to your healthcare provider about whether it could be right for you or your loved ones.

11/16/2024

Stomach cancer, otherwise known as gastric cancer, is the fifth most common cancer worldwide, according to the National Cancer Institute. Learn more about the risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options here: https://www.cancer.gov/types/stomach

11/15/2024

Welcome to Bassett, Alexandria Cunningham, FNP-BC!

We’re pleased to share that Alexandria Cunningham, FNP-BC, has joined Bassett Healthcare Network as a Family Nurse Practitioner with Pediatrics at Bassett Medical Center.

Alexandria earned her MS as a Family Nurse Practitioner from SUNY Polytechnic Institute in Utica, N.Y. She is board-certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Alexandria 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 visiting https://www.bassett.org/providers/alexandria-cunningham-fnp.

11/15/2024

If you're living with a chronic condition, we want to provide support through our free Living Well programs.

Through Living Well, you'll discover ways to support your physical, mental, and emotional health by creating action plans and achievable steps towards your goals. Learn more: bassett.org/livingwell

11/14/2024

The pilot year of a philanthropic program distributing free, locally-grown produce to older adults in need was highly impactful! In total, 2,338 boxes, each containing a half bushel of healthy food, were distributed across Delaware County. Thank you to the Delaware County Office for the Aging & NY Connects, Schoharie Valley Farms and Delaware Opportunities Inc. for your partnership with O’Connor Hospital.

Click on the link to read all about this wonderful initiative, expected to continue and potentially expand in 2025: https://www.bassett.org/news/oconnor-hospitals-fresh-produce-partnership-harvests-successful-2024-season

11/14/2024

Did you know that over 116,000 Americans will be diagnosed with diabetes and an estimated $27 billion dollars will be spent on diabetes care this month alone, according to the American Diabetes Association.

On this , during , we join those raising their voices to promote awareness, research, and the wellbeing of patients and their families.

11/13/2024

Every flu season is unique and the flu can affect each of us differently. Have you gotten the vaccine this year? Have you considered it for your kids?

According to the CDC, millions get sick with the flu, hundreds of thousands are hospitalized, and thousands die from flu-related causes during each flu season. Learn more by visiting cdc.gov/flu.

The vaccine is available to students enrolled at our School-based Health Centers. Parents can schedule an appointment by phone. For a full list of locations and contact info, click here: https://www.bassett.org/locations?location_types=1556

Other Bassett patients can make a flu vaccine appointment by contacting their primary care provider, one of our outpatient pharmacies, or by dialing 1-800-BASSETT (1-800-227-7388)

11/13/2024

Perioperative Nurses Week is underway and we couldn't be more grateful to these medical professionals, who ensure our patients are well cared for before, during, and after surgical procedures. The assistance you provide is invaluable!

11/12/2024

Welcome to Bassett, Madeleine Slifka, FNP!

We’re pleased to share that Madeleine Slifka, FNP has joined Bassett Healthcare Network as a Family Nurse Practitioner with Family Medicine at Bassett Health Center Hamilton-Madison.

Madeleine earned her master’s degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner from SUNY Binghamton in Binghamton, NY. She is board-certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.

Madeleine provides comprehensive medical care to patients of all ages, including physical exams, diagnosis and treatment of illnesses, prescriptions, specialty referrals, and more.

Madeleine is currently welcoming new patients at Bassett Health Center Hamilton-Madison. Learn more by calling (315)825-3111 or visiting https://www.bassett.org/providers/madeleine-slifka-fnp

11/12/2024

November is Month and we are working to raise awareness about this leading cause of cancer death in the United States.

On Friday, November 8, we hosted an informative event inside Bassett Medical Center's clinic building. Passersby learned about this disease, Bassett's Lung Cancer Screening Program, and other community resources. On display at our Smoking Cessation table were (real!) pig's lungs, showing the impact smoking has on these organs and a jar containing "a year's worth of tar" - which is the amount of tar ingested by someone who smokes 10 ci******es a day.

The public is welcome to see these displays for themselves at our next Shine a Light on Lung Cancer event, happening tomorrow (Wednesday, November 13) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at FoxCare Center in Oneonta.

Thank you to To***co Free Delaware, Otsego, and Schoharie Counties (TFC-DOS) for partnering with us on this important initiative!

11/12/2024

World Pneumonia Day is an annual reminder of how serious this lung infection can be. If you are 65 or older and you get sick with pneumonia, you are at greater risk of hospitalization. Learn more: https://www.webmd.com/lung/understanding-pneumonia-basics

11/11/2024

E-ci******es have been the most commonly used to***co product among U.S. youth since 2014, with some va**ng for the first time as early as middle school.

Most e-ci******es contain ni****ne, which is highly addictive. Ni****ne exposure during adolescence can harm brain development, impacting learning, memory, and attention.

E-cigarette aerosol is not harmless “water vapor.” It contains harmful substances, including cancer-causing chemicals, flavorings that have been linked to lung disease, and heavy metals, such as nickel, tin, and lead.

Teens who want to quit can find support at our School-based Health Centers. Our clinicians are ready to listen. Visit bassett.org/sbhc

11/11/2024

After several months of construction, the main entrance of Bassett Medical Center’s clinic building has reopened!

Work on the canopy is complete, fences are down, and the drive is once again open to traffic. We are thankful to our Facilities Department and everyone who had a hand in the completion of this project, as well as the patients, caregivers, and visitors who have shown so much patience and flexibility while work was underway!

11/11/2024

On this Veteran's Day, we reflect on the bravery and valor of those who served in the United States Armed Forces. We deeply appreciate the sacrifices made to defend America's freedom.

11/10/2024

Today is the first day of Nurse Practitioner Week 2024! NPs are versatile medical professionals, who fill many roles, including primary care practitioners. They make our network stronger with their compassion and expertise. We celebrate their contributions!

11/09/2024

If you're a nurse who cares about making connections with your community, Bassett Healthcare Network could be the place for you. In the rural communities we serve, our patients are often our neighbors and friends. Click the link to learn more!

Each of our team members helps provide top-level care for our patients. We offer opportunities in nursing & patient care, landscaping, administration, & more.

11/08/2024

This week, representatives from Excellus BlueCross BlueShield came to Fly Creek to honor Bassett Healthcare Network’s New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health (New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health (NYCAMH)) with a Circle of Excellence Award for their high-quality and innovative healthcare delivery and patient care. Specifically, Excellus recognized NYCAMH’s Farm Partners Program, which provides free and confidential case management and therapeutic counseling to the farming community and individuals with occupational health issues. Clinical Case Worker Heather Chauncey, the program’s leader, accepted the award while accolades were given to the whole team.

Thank you Heather and FPP Team for all you do for farmers, farm workers, and farm families!
Read more: https://www.bassett.org/news/excellus-bcbs-circle-excellence-award-honors-bassetts-nycamh-innovative-high-quality-patient

11/08/2024

Gynecologic cancer risk increases as women grow older. These kinds of cancer start in female reproductive organs and can spread if not detected early. If you have questions about gynecologic cancer or any aspect of your gynecologic health, please talk to your gynecologist: Bassett.org/Womens-Health