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California and Oregon Push Toward Universal Healthcare California and Oregon, in response to the federal healthcare policy gridlock, have taken significant steps toward establishing universal healthcare coverage. These states have enacted laws that mandate creating publicly financed, universal coverage systems. These reforms promise substantial cost savings and improved healthcare access for all residents. However, the

Urgent Health Advisory: Risks of Counterfeit Botulinum Toxin Injections The New York State Department of Health has issued an urgent health advisory following reports of 22 adverse incidents across 11 states from botulinum toxin injections using counterfeit products or administered by untrained personnel in non-medical settings. These mishandled injections have led to severe health risks,

Women Physicians Leadership Academy – Now Available on CME Website! The Women Physicians Leadership Academy is now available on the MSSNY CME website! This series contains six virtual leadership webinars for physicians, residents, and medical students. Dr. Patrice Harris facilitated the fall sessions, which included topics on effective communication, advocacy and change-making, and leadership. Dr.

Healthcare Appreciation Celebration with the New York Yankees  Attention all Yankees fans! From May 17th to May 22nd, the Yankees celebrate Healthcare Appreciation Days. Watch the Yankees play against the White Sox from May 17th to May 19th, and each ticket will include a choice between a tumbler, or a scrub top.  Watch the Yankees

Register Now for the OCMS 2024 “Ask the Carriers” Conference The Onondaga County Medical Society’s “Ask the Carriers” conference brings together office administrators and insurance representatives to discuss best practices and policies. Join them on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at The Collegian Hotel (1060 East Genesee Street, Syracuse, NY).

MSSNY Supports Medical Aid in Dying For the ninth year in a row, the New York Legislature is considering a bill covering medical aid in dying, a practice now supported by the Medical Society of the State of New York. MSSNY President Dr. Jerome Cohen says, “There’s a recognition that we are a multicultural society

MSSNY Opposes Legislation to Expand Scope of Practice for PTs The Medical Society of the State of New York and the New York State Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons are opposing legislation that would lift limitations on how long physical therapists can treat patients without a referral, noting that the current mandate does not hinder access

Psychiatrist Hiring Key to Adequate Inpatient Mental Health Beds While mental health care providers applauded the state’s $118 million 2024-25 budget allocation to fund a range of mental health services, progress toward meeting the growing demand for care has been slow. Psychiatrist Dr. Leslie Marino, a member of MSSNY and president of the Suffolk County

Registration Now Open: The Psychological Impact of Climate Change The visible effects of climate change are seemingly everywhere of late.  Have you assessed yourself, your family, your staff, and your patients for the possible psychological impacts of climate change? Learn more about psychological reactions to be aware of and ways to remain alert and resilient

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