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Upstate Announcements for June 20, 2024

It’s Update-Your-Website Time

Summertime is a great time to make sure your academic web content is up-to-date before students return. Consider updating:

  • Residents lists
  • New programs
  • Curriculum

Take a look and let the Campus Web Technology Team know of any changes that need to be made by filling out a web ticket at www.upstate.edu/websupport

 

Tranquility Tuesdays

Tranquility Tuesday sessions are open to the Upstate community every Tuesday from 12:30 to 12:45 pm at the Nappi Wellness Institute, second floor stadium seating area or virtually via Zoom (Meeting ID: 407 812 4814, Password: wellness). Each session is a unique meditation, mindfulness, deep breathing, and relaxation practice experience. Questions? Email [email protected] or [email protected]

 

Vocera user list available on website

Thanks to a Vocera user who visited Vocera Day with a suggestion, Upstate now has Vocera website that lists all Vocera users. To access, go to Current Vocera User List or the Vocera website via iPage for an alphabetic list by last name. For additional questions or comments please email [email protected]

 

Brain stimulation study seeks concussion patients

Upstate is seeking 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 (IHP). Compensation will be provided. To participate or inquire for more information, email Dr. Yi-Ling Kuo at [email protected]

 

Yoga for All is June 21, 24

The Yoga for All schedule is as follows: 

  • June 21 from 2:15 to 2:40 p.m. in Classroom A/B at Community 
  • June 24 from 12:30 to 1 p.m. virtual offering 
  • June 25- from 2:00-3:00 p.m., Community Hospital, Community Room

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. For questions, please email [email protected]. All upcoming sessions are listed on the Upstate Wellness calendar.

 

Intersection of Food and Stress is June 26

Kelly Springer, MS, RD, CDN, will present The Intersection of Food and Stress June 26 from noon to 1 p.m.in 2231 Weiskotten Hall. Springer is a registered dietitian, nutrition expert, business owner, and educator. Springer’s expertise and insights on food and nutrition have received national recognition, with appearances on Good Morning America and features in publications like Forbes, Newsmax, Women’s Health, and HuffPost. The presentation is open to everyone in the Upstate community. To register, visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/32HBWYK. CME Credit will be offered. Questions? Email Candace Yackel at [email protected]

 

Blood drives at Upstate are July 11, 12, and 22

Blood drives will be held at Upstate July 11, 12, and 22. To make an appointment, visit: www.upstate.edu/blood

The schedule is as follows: 

  • July 11 from noon to 5 p.m. in the atrium of Setnor
  • July 12 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Performance Center on the 11th floor of Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital 
  • July 22 from noon to 5 p.m. in the cafeteria at Community

 

Moderna Covid-19 trial seeks pediatric patients

Lenord Weiner, MD, and his team seek pediatric patients six months of age and younger who have or have not been previously vaccinated with a Covid vaccine. All participants will receive the Moderna mRNA 1273.815 vaccine. There is no placebo being used in this trial. To participate or inquire for more information, email Kristen Fluno at [email protected]

 

NYSHIP special option transfer and special enrollment periods for the Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP) open now 

Due to recently ratified contracts between New York state and the New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association (NYSCOPBA), there will be a Productivity Enhanced Program (PEP) special enrollment period. PEP for 2024 allows eligible full- and part-time NYSCOPBA-represented employees to exchange previously accrued annual and/or personal leave in return for a credit to be applied toward the employee share of their NYSHIP premium on a biweekly basis. Affected employees will be sent an email containing more information. To elect PEP for 2024, applications must be received between May 28 and June 28. 

There will be NYSHIP rate changes for these groups effective July 1. As a result, there will be a special option transfer period, when affected employees may make changes to their NYSHIP coverage. To make changes to your NYSHIP coverage, sign and submit a PS-404 Health Insurance Transaction Form to the Benefits office. Requests must be made between May 28 and June 28. Submit all questions and forms to [email protected]

 

Nellie Hurley scholarship applications

Advocates for Upstate is accepting Nellie Hurley scholarship applications through June 28. To be eligible, applicants must have been employed by Upstate or active as an Upstate volunteer for a minimum of six months prior to the application deadline. Scholarships, for undergraduate studies only, in health-related fields at accredited institutions, are for fall semester 2024. To apply, visit: https://www.upstate.edu/advocates/pdf/nhappfillable2024b.pdf. Applications should be completed and returned to [email protected] or to room 311 in the Campus Activities Building by June 28. For more information on eligibility and applying, visit: https://www.upstate.edu/advocates/grants-scholarships/scholarships.php

 

Workplace violence survey is available online

Upstate has partnered with healthcare facilities across CNY to create the Respect and Heal campaign, addressing workplace violence in our institutions. A survey to track and trend staff needs and ensure safety events are accurately reported for optimization of outcomes is now open online. The survey will take five minutes and will assist in our efforts to create safer and more supportive work environments for staff. To take the survey, visit: https://redcap.link/workplaceviolence_SAreporting. Questions? Email Jerry Santoferrara at [email protected]

 

Wellness Speaks session available online

The June 10 edition of Wellness Speaks with Anna Maria Hinman focused on gardening tips. The recording is available here: https://upstate.video.yuja.com/V/PlayList?node=43446329&a=1572742952. Questions about Wellness Speaks? Email Christine Cole at [email protected]

 

The Informed Patient Podcast

The Informed Patient podcast recently featured interviews with specialists about the treatment of bladder cancer (a new approach) and of high blood pressure.

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. 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 at upstate.edu/informed.

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

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