Health News
September 16, 2008
Dialysis Center Closes After State Citations for Poor Infection Control Practices
A Manhattan dialysis center has closed its doors after a New York State Department of Health investigation uncovered poor infection control practices and indicated that at least one patient has contracted hepatitis C after undergoing dialysis there. Health Commissioner Richard F. Daines, M.D., today announced that the center has surrendered its operating certificate and paid a civil penalty of $300,000 to the State.
September 12, 2008
Person-Centered Transitions of Care: Challenges and Successes for Discharge Planning Across the Continuum
The New York State Department of Health (DOH) invites you to attend an important conference to assist health care providers in addressing the challenges related to transitioning patients across settings. The conference, "Person-Centered Transitions of Care: Challenges and Success of Discharge Planning Across the Continuum" is sponsored by DOH and will be held on Wednesday, September 24th at the Holiday Inn, 205 Wolf Road, Albany, New York from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
September 10, 2008
Task Force to Review Health Risks and Identify Alternatives to Flame Retardant
The Task Force on Flame Retardant Safety will hold its first meeting on Thursday, September 11, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Century House, 997 New Loudon Road, in Latham.
September 9, 2008
Commissioner Announces Website for Council on Food Policy
New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hooker today announced the creation of a website dedicated to the New York State Council on Food Policy (CFP). The new website, http://www.nyscfp.org, offers information about the history and the vision of the Council, as well as reports, publications and a directory of the Council's members.
September 5, 2008
Governor Paterson Signs Children's Product Safety and Recall Effectiveness Act of 2008
Governor David A. Paterson signed a package of bills into law this week to strengthen consumer protections, enhance education for the children of New York State, and improve environment and health care programs.