Upstate Announcements for October 10, 2024
An update on the Covid study for Upstate staff
Thanks to everyone who enrolled in Global Health’s Covid study for Upstate staff. The study is full and future enrollment events have been canceled. Questions? Email [email protected].
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Wellness Speaks is Oct. 11
Rachel Osiecki and Elizabeth Fuertes-Binder, from the She Matters program, will present She Matters: Put Yourself First—Breast Health and Prevention Oct. 11 at 10 a.m. via WebEx. Register here: https://upstate.webex.com/weblink/register/rac0e4424d5e1061734b4a6f64cadb949. Wellness Speaks provides a virtual platform for experts to speak briefly about important wellness topics with the Upstate community. Previous recordings are available here: https://upstate.video.yuja.com/V/PlayList?node=43446329&a=1572742952. For more information, email [email protected].
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Walk with a Doc is Oct. 12
Anna Shapiro MD, radiation oncologist at Upstate Cancer Center and an associate professor in radiation oncology, will lead Upstate’s Walk with a Doc event Saturday, Oct. 12 at 9 a.m. beginning at the Skate Park at Onondaga Lake Parkway. The event begins with a brief talk followed by a walk. Shapiro will speak on the role of exercise in breast cancer. The event is free and open to the public. Physicians 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/.
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Tranquility Tuesday is Oct. 15
Tranquility Tuesday will be held Tuesday, Oct. 15 (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. Questions? Email [email protected] or [email protected].
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Stand for the Kids is Oct. 16
The Phi Delta Epsilon Tau Chapter of Upstate’s Norton College of Medicine will host Stand for the Kids Oct. 16 from 6 a.m. to noon in the second-floor lobby of Upstate University Hospital. Stop by to receive a band aid to wear as a symbolic gesture to honor the patients at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital and to hear inspirational patient stories. Proceeds from the fundraiser will support patients at Upstate Golisano through equipment, patient-focused services, and more, through a fund held at the Upstate Foundation. For more information, visit: https://phide.org/PhiDEPublic/PhiDEPublic/Stand-For-The-Kids.aspx. Questions? Email Estelle Khairallah at [email protected].
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Family Birth Center open house is Oct. 16
The Family Birth Center open house and tours will be held Oct. 16 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Community. All are welcome. To register, visit: https://forms.office.com/r/R0JJfRFevv. Questions? Email [email protected].
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Volunteers sought for breakfast service at the Samaritan Center Oct. 16
Join members of Upstate Emerging Leaders United at the Samaritan Center (215 N. State St.), as the group helps with breakfast service Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 6:15 to 9 a.m. The Samaritan Center mission is No One Goes Hungry. To participate, or for more information, email [email protected] or [email protected].
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Flu and Covid vaccination clinics are Oct. 16, 17, 22, 23, 25, 29, 31
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. These clinics are by appointment only except for the dates noted with walk-in times. The schedule is as follows:
- Oct. 16 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2W Upstate University Hospital (walk-ins 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. only)
- Oct. 17 from 7 a.m. to noon, 2W Upstate University Hospital
- Oct. 22 from 7 a.m. to noon, 2W Upstate University Hospital
- Oct. 23 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2W Upstate University Hospital (walk-ins 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. only)
- Oct. 25 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Employee Health at Community
- Oct. 29 from 7 a.m. to noon, 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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Volunteers sought for Call In for Cancer Oct. 17
The Upstate Foundation’s Call In for Cancer is set for Thursday, Oct. 17 from 5 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the lobby of Upstate Cancer Center. Volunteers are sought to answer phones and two-hour shifts are available. To schedule a time to volunteer, visit: https://signup.com/go/tALVXcP. Questions? Email Carolyn at [email protected].
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Upstate holds open house for employees to tour new mental health site for kids Oct. 18
Upstate employees are invited to attend an open house Friday, Oct. 18 from noon to 2 p.m., for the new Upstate Children’s Pavilion, 655 Madison St. The building, formerly part of Hutchings Psychiatric Center, expands Upstate’s mental health services for children, with the opening of New York’s first Biobehavioral Health Inpatient Unit.
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HealthLink on supporting someone with cancer is Oct. 23
Supporting a Person Who Has Cancer will be held Oct. 23 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom and in person at HealthLink/Oasis, 6333 State Route 298, E. Syracuse. Specialists from Upstate Cancer Center will discuss how to offer practical, emotional or spiritual support to someone with cancer, from the patient perspective. They also will address tips for creating a care plan to help the patient manage their home, medical and self-care needs. The HealthLink seminar is open to patients, family, friends, caregivers. For a list of speakers and to register, visit: https://upstate.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAvf-isqj0oHdUtiRzVxWL_lSY2heuM6g3i. Questions? Email Amy Allen at [email protected].
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Domestic Violence Awareness events are Oct. 23 and 24
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Upstate will host Keep Growing events Oct. 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in 2149 Nappi Wellness Institute and Oct. 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the cafeteria at Community. The events will include infused water, giveaways, and activities. Shirts will be available to order. Questions? Email Beth Sellers at [email protected].
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PhD in biomedical sciences events are Oct. 25 and Nov. 6
Campus Connect: An inside look at Upstate and the PhD in biomedical sciences programs will be held Friday, Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register here: https://engage.upstate.edu/portal/on-campus?id=4d432bf2-ac34-45f9-a13b-6f3adc887fb4 and Wednesday, Nov. 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. Register here: https://engage.upstate.edu/portal/on-campus?id=ef570ec7-2e58-4d27-bbb8-864959be0cdb
Participants will meet the dean, network with faculty, hear from current students, take a tour, learn about research under way, get tips on admissions and applications, and discuss career options with a PhD. For more information, email [email protected].
Applications are now open for the PhD in biomedical sciences program. Applications submitted before Dec. 1 will be eligible for an application fee waiver. The final deadline to submit a PhD application is Jan. 5. Learn more about admissions requirements, visit: https://www.upstate.edu/grad/admissions/how-to-apply-phd.php.
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Estate planning information available Oct. 31
In recognition of National Estate Planning Awareness week, the Upstate Foundation will offer information on getting your estate in order and making sure you have the right vital documents in place. A Foundation representative along with local attorney Tim Doolittle, Wladis Law Firm, will be available to share information and answer questions on Thursday, Oct. 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. outside Café 750 on the second floor of Upstate University Hospital. For more information, email Carolyn Hendrickson at [email protected].
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18th annual Burn Run is Nov. 3
The 18th 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]. Proceeds from the event support Upstate’s pediatric burn patients who attend Burn Camp each summer.
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Upstate Mammo Van event is Nov. 22
Upstate’s Mobile Mammography Van will host an event for the Upstate family only, to include students, staff, volunteers, and family members. The event will be held Friday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Upstate Bone and Joint, 6620 Fly Rd. Appointments are preferred. To make an appointment, call 315-464-2588 or visit www.upstate.edu/noexcuses.
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Health Justice Conference call for proposals and poster presentations
Deadlines have been extended for the Health Justice Conference call for proposals and poster presentations. The call for proposals deadline is now Oct. 27. The deadline for poster presentations is Dec. 1.
The Health Justice Conference is an annual student run conference that seeks to promote advocacy. This year's theme for is Beyond Labels: Unveiling Intersectional Pathways to Health Equity. We invite 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. Posters describing community projects related to health justice, literature reviews, research on health justice-related topics, or educational/clinical initiatives to promote health equity are encouraged.
Complete the Call for Proposal Form by Oct. 27:
Complete the Call for Poster Presentations by Dec. 1:
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to [email protected].
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Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital fundraisers in October
Spirit of Children: Now through Oct. 31, local Spirit Halloween stores are raising funds for the Upstate Child Life Program. Shop local and tell the cashier you’d like a portion of your purchase to benefit Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital.
Price Chopper Round Up Campaign: Price Chopper is a new partner to the Children’s Miracle Network hospital family. Make a donation now through Oct. 31 at a local Price Chopper. Donations come back to Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital.
Free Gas and Groceries Campaign at Tops Friendly Markets: For a chance to win free gas and groceries for a year, visit a local Tops Friendly Market now through Oct. 12. A $1 donation to Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital will enter contestants into the drawing.
Questions about these fundraisers? Email Danielle at [email protected].
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IMT support via Amion
For technical assistance, the IMT support numbers have been added to Amion under the category IMT. Questions about this? Email Kristi Shaver at [email protected].
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Yoga for All
The Yoga for All schedule is as follows:
- Oct. 11 from 12:15 to 12:50 p.m. in 2151/2153 Nappi
- Oct. 17 from noon to 12:45 p.m. in 4507 Setnor
- Oct. 24 from noon to 12:45 p.m. in 4507 Setnor
- Oct. 25 from 12:15 to 12:50 p.m. in 2151/2153 Nappi
- Oct. 31 from noon to 12:45 p.m. in 4507 Setnor
For more information and for the virtual link, email [email protected]. All upcoming sessions are listed on the Upstate Wellness calendar, here: https://calendar.upstate.edu/events/category/wellness/. Featured recordings can be found here: https://upstate.video.yuja.com/V/PlayList?node=46973917&a=536228298. Yoga for All is facilitated by Upstate clinicians trained in Trauma Adapted Yoga, a form of yoga based on trauma research, evidence-based yoga therapy and body-based methods with gentle exercises for self-management of common symptoms and reactions. No experience is necessary, and all are welcome. To participate in the research study for trauma adapted yoga, visit: https://redcap.upstate.edu/surveys/?s=EMAN3HLPKTCY9EWF.
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Well NYS Everyday 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, please 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 an interview about breast cancer care.
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/
To suggest an Upstate expert or topic for a possible podcast, email Amber Smith at [email protected].