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The latest announcements are from October 2, 2024:

Transitional Care Unit fundraiser is open now

The Transitional Care Unit will hold a fundraiser to support its Clothing and Sundries Fund. Proceeds from the fundraiser are used to purchase clothing for patients in need of clothes when discharged from the hospital. Items will be shipped directly to purchaser. To view the items available for purchase, visit: https://www.bonfire.com/store/transitional-care-clothing-fund/. Questions? Email Jennifer Corradino at [email protected].

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Community Giving Campaign is underway

The annual Community Giving Campaign is currently underway. To make an ePledge and view hundreds of agencies, visit Self-Serve: https://selfserve.upstate.edu/ais/applications/marketing/sefa/epledge/. For more information, visit www.upstate.edu/cgc. For information on prizes and incentives, visit: https://www.upstate.edu/communitygiving/pdf/cgcincentiveposter.pdf. Questions? Email Becca Pesci at [email protected].

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Employee/Student Health to hold flu and Covid vaccine clinics throughout October

Employee/Student Health will hold flu and Covid vaccine clinics, as there is an expected increase in cases this fall and winter. Influenza vaccine and an updated 24/25 Moderna Spikevax Covid vaccine will be offered. The schedule is as follows:

Oct. 2 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2W Upstate University Hospital
Oct. 3 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2W Upstate University Hospital
Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. to noon, 1144 Academic Building
Oct. 7 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Community Room at Community
Oct. 8 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2W Upstate University Hospital
Oct. 9 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2W Upstate University Hospital
Oct. 16 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2W Upstate University Hospital
Oct. 17 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2W Upstate University Hospital
Oct. 22 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2W Upstate University Hospital
Oct. 23 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2W Upstate University Hospital
Oct. 29 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2W Upstate University Hospital
Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bubble Room, Weiskotten Hall

Flu and Covid vaccines are not mandatory but are strongly recommended. For those in clinical areas, the NYS health code requires a mask to be worn during flu season if you do not receive the flu vaccine.

Those who receive the vaccine(s) elsewhere, upload the documentation to the ESH portal at https://eshportal.upstate.edu/ or email [email protected]/.

To schedule an appointment, visit the Employee/Student Health portal: https://eshportal.upstate.edu/. Flu and Covid vaccine appointments can also be made by calling 315-464-4260 (UUH) and 315-492-5624 (Community). The Flu Crew will provide after-hours (evening and night shift) flu vaccinations via mobile cart.

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Global Health to enroll staff and answer questions about new Covid study Oct. 3, 10, 17, 25

Upstate Global Health Institute will conduct a study to define the incidence and clinical spectrum of Covid-19 in a group of healthcare workers over a period of one respiratory virus season—fall and winter. Staff will be available to answer questions and enroll anyone interested. The schedule is as follows:

Oct. 3 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., second floor student lounge in Weiskotten Hall
Oct. 10 from 8 a.m. to noon in 2153 Nappi Wellness Institute
Oct. 17 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in classroom C at IHP
Oct. 25 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Performance Center at Upstate Golisano

The study is open to all Upstate staff, seeks 500 participants, and will end June 2025. The study will characterize who gets sick, how long illness lasts, and how long others could be infected. The study will also look at responses to vaccination. For more information, email [email protected].

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Biotech Equity Research session is Oct. 3

Benjamin J. Burnett, PhD, managing director of equity research at Stifel Investment Services will present Biotech Equity Research: Tracking the Promise (and Risk) of Early-Stage Companies Navigating the Public Markets Oct. 3 from 3 to 4 p.m. via Zoom. The intersection of early-stage life science companies and finance will be discussed. Also covered will be: recent capital market trends and forecasts, timing the market, and what it takes to become (and be) a public company. Balancing innovation with capital needs requires a good understanding of how and when to access capital, and whether this is more easily done as a private or public company. To register, visit: https://upstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMoceyqrj4uG9KSdZelOnSJ3toAA4TSwc4P. Questions? Email Kathi Durdon at [email protected].

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Blood drives are Oct. 3 and 4

Blood drives will be held Oct. 3 and 4. To make an appointment, visit: www.upstate.edu/blood. The schedule is as follows:

Oct. 3 from noon to 5 p.m. in the atrium of Setnor
Oct. 4 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Performance Center on the 11^th floor of Upstate Golisano

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Yoga for All is Oct. 3, 10

The Yoga for All schedule is as follows:

Oct. 3 from noon to 12:45 pm in 4507 Setnor
Oct. 10 from noon to 12:45 pm in 4507 Setnor

For more information and for the virtual link, please email [email protected].

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Matthews Auto Walkathon is Oct. 5

The sixth annual Matthews Auto Walkathon will be held Saturday, Oct. 5 virtually and in person from sunup to sundown at the Rail Trail in Vestal. The event benefits children’s charities, including Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. Participants located in the Syracuse area are welcome to walk at any park or neighborhood. Miles pledged are based on the honor system. For more information and to register your miles, visit: https://www.matthewsauto.com/walkathon.htm. Matthews will donate $10 per mile walked to the charity of choice for each walker or divide miles equally among all charities (up to $75,000 total). In addition to paying per mile, Matthews will also match cash donations up to $12,500. A total possible donation of $100,000. Questions about the event? Email Russ Corbin at [email protected].

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2025 Health Justice Conference proposals due Oct. 6

Proposals are sought for the Health Justice Conference to be held Jan. 20. The annual Health Justice Conference is a student-run conference that seeks to promote advocacy. This year's theme is Beyond Labels: Unveiling Intersectional Pathways to Health Equity. Proposals for presentations, workshops, panel discussions, and interactive sessions that delve into innovative strategies, research findings, and policy recommendations that promote health equity across various dimensions of identity and experience are welcome. This is an opportunity for thoughtful leaders, innovators, and experts to share their insights and experiences. To participate, complete the following form by Oct. 6: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfohhvggT4dhycXdNaJtI22BNAH2qOVe1McDCjDvB3YnP_RDw/viewform?usp=sf_link. Questions? Email [email protected].

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Tranquility Tuesday is Oct. 8

Tranquility Tuesday will be held Tuesday, Oct. 8 (and every Tuesday) from 12:30 to 12:45 p.m. on the second floor of Nappi Wellness Institute or virtually via WebEx. To join the virtual option, visit: https://upstate.webex.com/upstate/j.php?MTID=m4cf0ace0b87237183612a0b6496ca516 (Meeting ID: 2305 438 7566, Password: jyYW3FriJ74). Each session is a unique meditation, mindfulness, deep breathing, and relaxation practice experience. Email [email protected] or [email protected] for more information.

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UPD Active Shooter Training sessions are Oct. 9, 23

November, December dates also below

University Police will host Active Shooter Training sessions at Nappi Wellness Institute and via WebEx. The schedule is as follows.

Room 5143/5147 Nappi Wellness Institute from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.:

Oct. 9
Nov. 20
Dec. 11 and 18

Room 5141 Nappi Wellness Institute from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.:

Oct. 23
Nov. 6

WebEx link for each session is: https://upstate.webex.com/upstate/j.php?MTID=m01b56ee68dc7fe3d278240d16801975d.

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Candy gram orders accepted now through Oct. 11

Gummy bear candy grams are available to order and send to coworkers now through Oct. 11. There is no cost to send a candy gram. Cards, envelopes, and gummy bears will be sent in November to those who order. To place an order, visit: https://forms.office.com/r/U6bGKjuRby. Questions? Email Megan Chase at [email protected].

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Cardiology Grand Rounds is Oct. 11

George K. Lui, MD, Stanford Health Care/Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital and Valley Children’s Hospital, will present Lifelong Care for Adults with Congenital Heart Disease Friday, Oct. 11 from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. in 2231 Weiskotten Hall and via Webex. To join virtually, visit: https://upstate.webex.com/upstate/j.php?MTID=m29ce047bc3d09febfeaf14fb5463a747 (meeting number: 2319 990 5350 password: Cardiology1). Target audience includes research staff, residents, fellows, MDs, APPs, RNs. Participants will review the increased survival and growth of ACHD patients, have a better understand complications related to long term survival of ACHD patients, and recognize pregnancy complications in ACHD patients. CME is available for this session. For more information, email Lisa Carroll at [email protected].

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Wellness Speaks is Oct. 11

Rachel Osiecki and Elizabeth Fuertes-Binder, from Upstate’s She Matters program, will present She Matters: Put Yourself for First Breast Health and Prevention Oct. 11 at 10 a.m. via WebEx. Register here: https://upstate.webex.com/weblink/register/rac0e4424d5e1061734b4a6f64cadb949. For more information, email [email protected].

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Walk with a Doc is Oct. 12

Anna Shapiro, MD, Upstate Cancer Center, will lead Upstate’s Walk with a Doc event Saturday, Oct. 12 at 9 a.m. beginning at the skate park at Onondaga Lake Park. The event begins with a brief talk followed by a walk. Dr. Shapiro will provide an update on breast cancer. Doctors interested in leading a walk and all other questions, email [email protected]. To register, visit: https://walkwithadoc.org/join-a-walk/locations/syracuse-new-york/. The event is free and open to the public.

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New Faculty Fair is Oct. 17

The New Faculty Fair will be held Oct. 17 from 4 to 6 p.m. in 4414 B/C Academic Building. A variety of departments will be present to offer information about their services. Questions about this event? Email Kelly Donovan at [email protected].

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T-shirt sale fundraiser open until Oct. 18

The Department of Medicine Primary Care clinics will sell T-shirts now through Oct. 18 with proceeds supporting patients in need. Long-sleeve shirts are available for $25 and short-sleeve shirts are $20. Shirts are available in two colors and printed on Comfort Colors. Sizes available include small up to 3XL. For more information or to order a shirt, email [email protected] or [email protected].

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Sock Out Cancer concert is Oct. 18

The Sock Out Cancer concert will be held Oct. 18 at 8 p.m. at the Broome County Forum in Binghamton. The event will feature Kevin Chalfant’s Journey Experience and Alyssa Crosby who competed on The Voice. The event benefits pediatric cancer patients at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. Sock Out Cancer, LLC, is a nonprofit initiative whose mission is to assist financially distressed cancer patients and their families with non-medical necessities, such as food, transportation, and housing. Sock Out Cancer allows patients to focus their energy on fighting cancer. To purchase tickets, visit: https://www.sockoutcancer.org/. Questions about the event? Email Russ Corbin at [email protected].

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Symposium on amyloidosis is Oct. 18 and 19

The Department of Medicine will host the Inaugural Multidisciplinary Symposium on Amyloidosis Friday, Oct. 18 and Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Convention and Conference Center, 311 Hiawatha Blvd. W., Syracuse. The free CME-accredited symposium aims to raise awareness of amyloidosis and to educate trainees and healthcare providers through a multidisciplinary approach on the early diagnosis and management of amyloidosis. To register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inaugural-department-of-medicine-multidisciplinary-symposium-amyloidosis-tickets-927959300247. Questions? Email Nitch Jones at [email protected].

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Making Strides is Oct. 20

Join Team Upstate for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk to be held Sunday, Oct. 20 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in Clinton Square, 161 Genesee St. Proceeds from the event support breast cancer research and patient advocacy. For all event details, to register, and to make a donation, visit: https://calendar.upstate.edu/event/making-strides-against-breast-cancer/. Questions? Email [email protected].

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Travel Office information sessions on state travel and per diem rates are Oct. 22 and Nov. 19

The Travel Office reminds all Upstate travelers that per diem lodging rates must be used when traveling. Current per diem rates can be found here: https://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates. The Travel Office will be available to answer questions Oct. 22 from 11 a.m. to noon outside Café 750 on the second floor of Upstate University Hospital and again Nov. 19 from 11 a.m. to noon in the cafeteria at Community. If the Travel Office has a state travel card for you or your department, it may be picked up during these two events. Questions? Email Jamie at [email protected].

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Interfaith service of prayer and reflection is Oct. 22

The Office of Spiritual Care will offer a brief service of prayer, reflection and song to bring us together in growing compassion for ourselves, one another, our patients and our community Oct. 22 at noon in the Interfaith Chapel of Upstate University Hospital. The interfaith service Light in Times of Darkness: Finding our Way Together comes during National Spiritual Care Week Oct. 20 to 26. Additional details to follow.

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The Healing Muse launch celebration is Oct. 23

The Healing Muse will host a virtual celebration to launch the 24^th edition of the publication Oct. 23 at 4 p.m. via Zoom. The celebration will include readings and visual arts. To register, visit: https://upstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvd-6orjMvG9ZLq83vsdKX7_e5sa6PiRMJ. Once registered, an email with information about joining the launch party will be sent. Questions? Email Andrea at [email protected].

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Faculty Educator Development Seminar on AI and medicine is Oct. 23

Marc Triola, MD, associate dean for Educational Informatics and founding director of the Institute for Innovations in Medical Education at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, will present From Bytes to Bedside: Exploring the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Medicine Oct. 23 from 4 to 5 p.m. via Zoom. To join virtually, visit:

https://upstate.zoom.us/j/93496275598?pwd=Sl45RlfMZilwcuinBebPfbip4bzZb9.1. Questions? Email Kelly Donovan at [email protected].

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Behavior agreements education session is Oct. 24

Patient Experience/Patient Relations will host a facts and snacks education session regarding behavior agreements Oct. 24 from 1 to 2 p.m. in 1502 Upstate University Hospital. Snacks will be provided. Space is limited. Register in advance, here: https://www.upstate.edu/pdl/intra/register/. To join via Teams, email Cassandra Cleary at [email protected].

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College of Health Professions fall open house is Oct. 26

Student Admissions will host a fall open house for bachelor degree programs in the College of Health Professions Saturday, Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to noon. Degrees represented at the event will include: medical biotechnology, medical imaging/radiography (x-ray), medical imaging/BPS-CT and MRI (for radiographers), ultrasound, medical laboratory science, radiation therapy, respiratory therapy. Register online at: https://engage.upstate.edu/register/CHPFallOH24. Questions? Email Wendy Meyer at [email protected].

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Alan W. Rothschild Innovation Award event is Oct. 27

The Alan W. Rothschild Innovation Award will be presented at the first $10,000 Biotech Innovation Pitch event and reception Sunday, Oct. 27 from 5 to 8:15 p.m. at Upstate’s CNY Biotech Accelerator, 841 E. Fayette St., Syracuse. For more information about the Rothschild event, visit: https://cnybac.com/education/alan-w-rothschild-innovation-award-fund-10000-biotech-innovation-pitch-event-and-reception/. To register for the event, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/alan-w-rothschild-first-annual-innovation-pitch-event-tickets-908200220307?aff=oddtdtcreator. Questions? Email Kathi Durdon at [email protected].

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Discussion on artificial intelligence and machine learning is Oct. 28

Upstate MD/MPH students Shervin Razavi and Rafael Schulman will present a case-based discussion of artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in healthcare Oct. 28 from 4 to 5 p.m. via Zoom. To join virtually, visit:

https://echo.zoom.us/j/384599486?pwd=aThvUEtHRHVKOXowRjVrODljd1RHdz09. Questions? Email Kelly Donovan at [email protected].

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28^th annual Toxicology Teaching Day is Oct. 30

The 28^th annual Toxicology Teaching Day will be held Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Collegian Hotel on W. Genesee St. in Syracuse. Online registration and conference details are available here: https://www.eventsquid.com/event/25290. Questions? Email Rosemarie More at [email protected].

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18^th annual Burn Run is Nov. 3

The 18^th annual Burn Run will be held Sunday, Nov. 3 at the East Syracuse Fire Station #2, 148 Saunders Creek Parkway. Fun Run begins at 8:30 a.m., 5K begins at 9 a.m., 10K begins at 10 a.m. Register and find more information here: http://www.theburnrun.org. Questions? Email Paul Knierman at [email protected].

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Third annual Limb Preservation Conference is Nov. 16

The third annual Limb Preservation Conference will be held Saturday, Nov. 16 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in 4414 A/B/C Academic Building. Online registration and conference details are available here: https://www.eventsquid.com/event/25430. Questions? Email Rosemarie More at [email protected].

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Research study seeks healthy participants for one time blood draw

Upstate’s Endocrine Research Team seeks healthy participants ages 45 to 65 with a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30 kg/m² for a one-time blood draw (https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmicalc.htm). To be eligible, participants cannot have diabetes, or sleep apnea, or be taking any diabetes or weight loss medications, such as Ozempic/Wegovy. For more information, contact Lynn Agostini at [email protected] or 315-464-9012.

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Global Health seeks participants for Lyme disease study

Upstate Global Health seeks participants seven years of age and older who have recently been diagnosed with Lyme disease and have a rash, or who have been evaluated by a practitioner and are suspected to have Lyme disease and developed a rash. The study will investigate Liaison LymeDetect, a new blood test, and its ability to detect Lyme disease quicker than traditional tests. Blood tests currently available for Lyme disease can sometimes fail to confirm the illness during early infection. For more information, contact Global Health at 315-464-9869 or [email protected].

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Brain Stimulation Study Seeks Concussion Patients

Upstate seeks volunteers for a research study using repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, as a novel treatment for chronic headaches and other post-concussion symptoms in people with mild traumatic brain injury. rTMS will be administered at the Institute for Human Performance. To participate or inquire for more information, email Yi-Ling Kuo, PhD, at [email protected].

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Global Health seeks participants for Dengue Fever study

The Upstate Global Health Institute seeks healthy participants to join a dengue research study focusing on prevention and treatment for ages 18 to 55. For more information, email [email protected], call 315-464-9869, or visit https://www.upstate.edu/globalhealth/.

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Well NYS Everyday Monthly Challenge for October

The October Well NYS Everyday Monthly Challenge is to eat a New York state apple. For more information and to sign-up to receive the Well NYS Daily To-Do Challenge by email every day, visit: https://oer.ny.gov/wellnys-everyday. For more information, email Christine Cole at [email protected].

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The Informed Patient podcast

The Informed Patient podcast recently featured interviews with these Upstate specialists as they discuss the aging process, trauma in children and telehealth.

The Informed Patient podcast and HealthLink on Air radio show are produced by Upstate Marketing and University Communications. The Informed Patient interviews are available through various podcast platforms, including YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTRingYNAhMI-BCsmNqTAx-7FAQMdNNlH

HealthLink on Air is broadcast on WRVO Public Media at 6 a.m. Sundays. Audio and transcripts of the podcasts and the radio shows are also available here: https://www.upstate.edu/informed/index.php

To suggest an Upstate expert or topic for a possible podcast, email Amber Smith at [email protected].