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Raising spirits during a trying time, in photos

Throughout Upstate Medical University and Central New York, people have found ways to support those who work on the front lines in the battle against the coronavirus, as shown in these photos:
Catherine Disalto reads a sign that says, “As you head home after a long day, thank you” -- one of many posted throughout the hospital by administrators. Catherine Disalto reads a sign that says, “As you head home after a long day, thank you” -- one of several messages of inspiration and thanks that administrators posted throughout the hospital.
Nancy Shepard of Fayetteville sews face masks to donate to the hospital. Instructions for making and donating masks can be found at www.upstate.edu/masks Nancy Shepard of Fayetteville sews face masks to donate to the hospital. Instructions for making and donating masks can be found at www.upstate.edu/masks
An inspirational message posted by child-life specialists. An inspirational message posted by child-life specialists.
Cards made by patients to express their appreciation to hospital staffers. Cards made by patients to express their appreciation to hospital staffers.
Internal medicine resident Parth Sampat, MD, models one of the "Upstate Strong" caps that was distributed to hospital staff. Internal medicine resident Parth Sampat, MD, models one of the "Upstate Strong" caps that was distributed to hospital staff.
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