Twindemic averted, so far: Flu cases see dramatic decrease
While coronavirus numbers continue to astound, locally, flu numbers do, as well, but for a different reason: they are virtually non-existent.
Posted: Jan 21, 2021 5:47 PM
Updated: Jan 21, 2021 6:28 PM
Posted By: Joleen Ferris
While coronavirus numbers continue to astound, locally, flu numbers do, as well, but for a different reason: they are virtually non-existent.
For the week ending Jan. 9, Oneida County saw 1,805 coronavirus cases, and only 52 flu cases. The same week, in Herkimer County, there were 790 coronavirus cases and 19 flu cases. In Otsego County, 158 coronavirus cases and only one case of the flu.
Mohawk Valley region has lowest percentage of available ICU beds in NYS
The Mohawk Valley region has the lowest percentage of available Intensive Care Unit beds in the state.
Posted: Dec 15, 2020 5:39 PM
Updated: Dec 15, 2020 5:47 PM
Posted By: Joleen Ferris
COOPERSTOWN, NY - As of Tuesday, the Mohawk Valley region, which includes Oneida, Herkimer, Otsego, Fulton, Montgomery and Schoharie counties, has the lowest percentage of available Intensive Care Unit beds in the state. It s very concerning, says Otsego County Director of Public Health, Heidi Bond. I know, in our hospitals in Otsego County today, we have 10% of our ICU beds available. and when you only have 30 beds, it s not a lot.
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Sarah Eames | The Daily StarThe academic concourse at SUNY Oneonta is shown lightly dusted with snow Tuesday, Nov. 17.
Gerry Raymonda
Since my arrival to campus in mid-October, Iâve seen faculty, staff and students working nonstop to set in motion the collaborations and planning that will prepare SUNY Oneonta for a successful spring 2021 reopening. Throughout my many conversations with members of the campus community, local elected officials and civic and business leaders, one sentiment rings clear: a desire to keep moving in the direction of normal.
By continuing to work together, we will achieve this goal.
With the promise of a COVID-19 vaccine on the horizon, and a shared commitment to making the spring semester a success, I see hope and optimism taking root on our campus and across the greater Oneonta community.