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    Generic and over-the-counter versions of Prevacid® will save upstate New Yorkers millions

    SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Upstate New Yorkers who take the brand-name prescription drug Prevacid® for treating heartburn and acid reflux have a significant opportunity to save by switching to the drug’s generic equivalent or over-the-counter (OTC) version now that the Prevacid patent has expired, according to Excellus BlueCross BlueShield.
    The current retail price of Prevacid is approximately [...]

    New Report: One Out of Five Adults Smokes in Upstate New York

    SYRACUSE, N.Y. — About one out of every five adults smokes in upstate New York, and about 61 percent of them have tried to quit their habit, according to a report released today by Excellus BlueCross BlueShield.
    Smokers will have another chance to quit tobacco on the Great American Smokeout, which is Thursday, Nov. 19. The [...]

    Lauren Elizabeth Gatis

    Lauren Elizabeth Gatis was born in Oswego Hospital on Nov. 17, 2009.

    Mia Isabella Accordino

    Mia Isabella Accordino was born in Oswego Hospital on Nov. 17, 2009.

    Abby Elizabeth Salisbury

    Abby Elizabeth Salisbury was born in Oswego Hospital on Nov. 17, 2009.

    Child Passenger Seat Law to Change November 24th

     The law, signed by Governor David Paterson in August, requires children under the age of eight to be restrained by a child restraint system in a motor vehicle. This new law takes the place of the current law, which requires children under the age of seven to be confined by a child restraint system.

    Excellus BCBS Announces Medicare Offerings for 2010; Open Enrollment Starts Nov. 15

    SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Excellus BlueCross BlueShield’s Medicare Advantage offerings for the Central New York region in 2010 will include health plans that start at $5 a month.
    Excellus BCBS also has a new online tool at www.excellusbcbs.com/medicare to help consumers compare Medicare plans and costs. The online tool can link consumers to Medicare resources, whether consumers
    want [...]

    The Manor to Hold Memorial Service

    The Manor at Seneca Hill will host a memorial service on Sunday, November 22 for former residents who have passed away. The event will be held between 1 and 3 p.m., with a ceremony at 1:30 p.m.

    Oswego Health’s Digital Mammography Service Accredited

    Oswego Health’s digital mammography service offered at Fulton Medical Imaging, 522 S. Fourth Street, has been accredited by the prestigious American College of Radiology (ACR).

    Levi F. Hotaling Jr.

    Levi F. Hotaling Jr. was born in Oswego Hospital on Nov. 16, 2009.

    Dalton-Oliver Charles-Mikeal Haywood

    Dalton-Oliver Charles-Mikeal Haywood was born in Oswego Hospital on Nov. 15, 2009.

    Sidney Michael Bivens

    Sidney Michael Bivens was born in Oswego Hospital on Nov. 14, 2009.

    Oswego Health to Provide Screenings at Community Health Fair

    Oswego Health will provide free health screenings at the Community Health Fair to be held Saturday, November 21 at the Red Creek High School cafeteria.

    Local Resources Enable Family, Sufferers Assistance with Alzheimer’s

    Assemblyman Will Barclay (R,C,I—Pulaski) said today, in light of National Alzheimer’s Awareness month, he wished to draw attention to our local resources, saying the Central New York Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association and its affiliates provide invaluable resources for those who suffer or care for a loved one who suffers from Alzheimer’s.

    TOPS Tips for Preventing Diabetes

    November is National Diabetes Month – Diabetes is a very serious disease that leads to a number of health risks. Most often, diabetes affects the overweight and obese, but family history and ethnicity can play a role as well. November is Diabetes Awareness Month and TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) has some tips to help reduce the risk of developing the disease.

    Community News
    Sponsored By Farnham Family Services

    United Way ‘Stone Soup’ Holiday Luncheon Set Dec. 10

    United Way board member Jim Mahoney has announced that the plans are set for the United Way’s Annual ‘Stone Soup’ Holiday Luncheon.

    Hannibal Village Market IGA Hosts 12th Annual Senior Citizens Christmas Luncheon

    Hannibal Village Market IGA is sponsoring the 12th annual Senior Citizens’ Christmas Luncheon to be held on December 8th, 2009, at the Hannibal Fire Department’s Recreation Hall.

    OHS Buc Gear On Sale For Holiday Season
    KPS All County Performers
    Craft Fair, Chicken BBQ, Bake Sale & Luncheon at Fulton Church
    Using Part of Their Sensory Skills in the Toddler Room
    Fulton Rotarians Meet New Chamber Chief
    Winter Wonderland Revealed at Oliver Paine Greenhouses
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    Columns & Blogs


    Oswego County Tourism

    Fishing Reports for November 17, 2009

    Autumn’s for the Birds
    Fishing Reports for November 13, 2009

    American Red Cross

    American Red Cross Recognizes Two Dedicated Volunteers

    American Red Cross to Hold 4th Annual Bridges to Caring Walk
    Memorial Golf Tournament Raises Funds For American Red Cross

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    Oswego Heealth

    Lauren Elizabeth Gatis
    Mia Isabella Accordino
    Abby Elizabeth Salisbury
    Levi F. Hotaling Jr.
    Dalton-Oliver Charles-Mikeal Haywood
    Sidney Michael Bivens

    Misc. Columns

    Half-Shire Historical Society

    October 30, 2009
    Our October 24th meeting which coincided with archives day went quite well at our Richland facility. We had 30 for a sit down lunch at noon, and another 10 or so folks came in and out through the afternoon. At 1 pm we held a brief meeting of the society, our [...]

    Half-Shire Historical Society: Research Day Is This Weekend
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