The Peru Gazette

The holiday season can be stressful for a multitude of reasons, from travel and busy schedules to social gatherings and, for some, just being around family. For those attempting to quit smoking — and even those who’ve successfully quit — these stressors can add up and make steering clear of tobacco more of a challenge […]

Contract preserves healthcare benefit fund, provides wage increases Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Three-part program offers information, practical tips to those living with Type 2 Diabetes PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/12/2023) – A three-part Diabetes Self-Management Education Program sponsored by the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) begins Tuesday, January 9 at the main hospital. The program, led by certified diabetes educators Ann Watts and […]

 PLATTSBURGH, NY (12/12/2023) – A Medical Assistant renowned for her unwavering support of colleagues while ensuring patients with diabetes get the care they need has been honored as the latest recipient of the BEE Award at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH). Laura Crossman was presented the award during a surprise […]

Plattsburgh, December 11, 2023. The Clinton County Health Department (CCHD) is hosting a free COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.  The clinic will be held from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at CCHD’s offices, located at 32 Court Street in Plattsburgh. This clinic is open for all residents ages 12 and older.  “Staying […]

Peru Gazette Note – Twenty people volunteered to donate blood on Monday, December 4 in Peru with eighteen units collected.  If you couldn’t donate in Peru there are several other December opportunities. The Adirondack Regional Blood Center, a program of the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH), makes giving blood […]

Federal J-1 Visa program looks to ease physician shortage Click here for the Sun Community News story 

This is a friendly reminder that there will be a Blood Drive today, Monday, December 4, 2023. The Drive will be held at the Peru St. Augustine Church Parish Center between 3pm and 6:30 pm. Come save lives and enjoy some snacks.

Event to benefit CVPH Nursing scholarships   PLATTSBURGH, NY (11/29/2023) – Residents are invited to run for a good Claus as part of the first-ever Santa Dash 5K Run/Walk. The event is being held on Saturday, December 9th at Valcour Brewing Company in partnership with Adirondack Coast Events, with an 11:00 a.m. race start time. […]

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PLATTSBURGH, NY – A Registered Nurse who helped a patient get through her struggles away from home has been honored as the latest recipient of The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH). Elizabeth Trudeau, BSN, RN was presented the award during a surprise ceremony with […]

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Brive, Monday, December 4, from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru. All blood collected is utilized in our local trl-county region. What a great Christmas Gift for your neighbors – life-saving blood. The blood drive is coordinated by St. Augustine’s […]

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Our staff share their stories, as a national crisis hits home. Across the country, health care staff suffer more violent assaults than any other profession.  Click here to view the UVN Health Network Video 

One is 13 children have food allergies  Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

November – CVPH program plans several opportunities to donate The next donor drive in Peru is Monday, December 4  PLATTSBURGH, NY (10/30/2023) – The Adirondack Regional Blood Center, a program of the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH), plans several blood drives open to the community in November. The upcoming […]

Changes reflect COVID-19 data in hospital, community  PLATTSBURGH, NY  – The University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) is rolling back masking requirements for patients, visitors and employees. Beginning Saturday, October 28, masking will be optional for all who enter CVPH facilities. However, hospital officials say anyone who has symptoms of […]

Local physicians promote benefits of walking, health education  PLATTSBURGH, NY (10/23/2023) – Members of the public can enjoy the bright colors of fall and take steps toward a healthier lifestyle during the upcoming Walk With a Doc. The walk, offered by the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) Family Medicine […]

Certified diabetes educators to offer information about lifestyle management of Type 1 diabetes PLATTSBURGH, NY – A three-part Diabetes Self-Management Education Program sponsored by the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) begins Thursday, November 2 at the main hospital.  The program, led by certified diabetes educators Ann Watts and Catherine […]

October 18, 2023 – From Sunny Eappen, MD, MBA, President and CEO, The University of Vermont Health Network As you may know, the UVM Health Network has been negotiating with UnitedHealthcare, the nation’s largest for-profit insurance carrier, for well over a year in an effort to remain in-network for its commercial insurance plans. In order […]

Three of her teammates helped revive her at practice in late September Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

Nurse-led effort beautifies stretch of Idaho Avenue, removes potential safety hazards  PLATTSBURGH, NY (10/12/2023) – Employees at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) are volunteering their time to clean up a 1.4-mile stretch of Idaho Avenue beginning at 10 a.m. this Sunday, October 15. The effort is part of a sponsorship […]

PLATTSBURGH, NY (10/11/2023) – A Nurse who provided compassion and comfort to the grieving family of a North Country icon has been honored as the first recipient of The DAISY Nurse Leader Award at The University of Vermont Health Network-Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH). Lee-Ann LaBombard, RN, was presented the award recently during a surprise […]