The Peru Gazette

Source: UnitedHealthcare, UVM Health Network dispute could leave 2,900 patients searching for care – VTDigger

Source: WANTED: A doctor who can work ‘8 days a week’ – Adirondack Explorer

Determination is based on the following as of March 3, 2022.  New COVID-19 cases per 100,000 population (7-day total) are calculated using data from February 24-March 2, 2022 New COVID-19 admissions per 100,000 population (7-day total) are calculated using data from February 23-March 1, 2022 The percent of inpatient beds occupied by COVID-19 patients (7-day […]

Source: Dozens from northern New York participate in ‘People’s Convoy’

Source: Syracuse University ends mask requirement for vaccinated fans at Carrier Dome events – syracuse.com

Source: Do I have to wear a mask? CDC map shows COVID-19 risk levels

Source: Here are the places in New York where you still have to wear a mask – syracuse.com

From the office of Congresswoman Elise Stefanik Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joined her colleagues in introducing the Northern Border Reopening Act, led by Congressman Chris Jacobs (NY-27), to force the Biden Administration to end all COVID-19 mandates for Canadians traveling to the United States. “Burdening Canadians with additional restrictions to cross the Northern […]

Plattsburgh, February 28, 2022. Governor Kathy Hochul announced plans to end the state mask requirement in schools beginning March 2, 2022. Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) leadership, community partners, and school superintendents met Monday to determine the best course of action for Clinton County.  As of last update, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]

Source: New CDC guidance: Masks still recommended in these 11 New York counties – syracuse.com

Source: NY’s school mask mandate lifted, effective March 2

Annual 5K race to support patients needing to travel for care  PLATTSBURGH, NY (2/24/2022) – Runners can get an early start on their St. Patrick’s Day festivities while helping families in our region receive the care they need by taking part in the Shamrock Shuffle 5K. The race starts and ends at Valcour Brewing Company […]

Source: Video: Vermont State Police trooper nearly hit by rollover crash

Source: There’s a shortage of EMTs in the North Country. Some blame the lack of a career path | NCPR News

Source: Stefanik stands against border vaccine requirements | Sun Community News WASHINGTON, D.C. | U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik recently joined 63 colleagues in sending a letter to President Biden urging him to work with the Canadian government to drop COVID-19 vacci

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Brive, Monday, February 21st from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru. Your neighbors need and appreciate your donation. The blood drive is being coordinated by St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273.

“Enforcement of New York’s COVID-19 booster shot mandate for medical workers, which was set to take effect Monday, will be delayed at least three months amid concerns it would trigger staffing shortages, state officials said Friday.” Source: NY delays COVID booster mandate for medical workers amid concerns of staffing shortages

Source: Canada to ease travel requirements as COVID cases decline | Reuters

Source: New York Pandemic State of Emergency Extended

Source: Vermont offered free rapid Covid tests to child care centers. Why are some opting out? – VTDigger

Source: State study confirms long wait times for medical appointments – VTDigger