November 27th, 2017 — ( timestelegram.com )
Anti-smoking efforts are charging ahead in Herkimer County.
Recent initiatives include a new smoking cessation class, a coordinator for a tobacco prevention program for teens and a survey on attitudes toward tobacco-related issues in the county.
November 17th, 2017 — ( timestelegram.com )
A recent survey of Herkimer County adults on behalf of BRiDGES Tobacco Prevention shows support for policies that would restrict tobacco sales, marketing and secondhand smoke exposure.
November 5th, 2017 — ( timestelegram.com )
Angel Ramirez didn’t know anything about lead — until inspectors found it in the three-unit dwelling he bought on Watson Place in Utica two years ago. Ramirez, who has an infant and a toddler, has made a point of learning about it ever since. He started by taking classes on how to mitigate lead.
October 5th, 2017 — ( timestelegram.com )
Herkimer County HealthNet is sponsoring a free health and wellness series open to anyone interested in living a healthier more fulfilled and balanced life. Registered Dietitian Crystal Hein will be the speaker at the monthly program scheduled to run from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in room No. 295 at Herkimer College, 100 Reservoir Road.
September 11th, 2017 — ( timestelegram.com )
Herkimer County HealthNet is conducting a community needs assessment to plan for an intergenerational community center using a $19,722 grant from the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties.