Emerging Issue – H5N1 (Updated)
As we continue to receive interim guidance from our state and national partners regarding Avian Flu (H5 N1), this post will be updated accordingly. NY Ag and Markets CDC USDA Guidance for Dairy Farm Workers (English and Spanish)
Farm-related deaths down in New York state
The rate of farm-related fatalities in New York may be gradually decreasing, according to the New York State Agricultural Fatality Report: 2019-2021, released by the New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health (NYCAMH), a Northeast Center affiliate. Deaths in the state tied to agricultural
Director J. Sorensen receives researcher award at North American Safety Summit
Dr. Julie Sorensen, Director of the New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health (NYCAMH) and the Northeast Center for Occupational Health and Safety, was honored today with the Safety & Health Researcher Award during the North American Agricultural Safety Summit (March 28-30) in Las Vegas. Sorensen’s
Respirator fit testing clinics: sign-ups open
Our upcoming clinics provide medical evaluations, respirator fit tests and WPS compliant trainings to agricultural workers whose work includes tasks that require the use of a respirator. Training includes how to properly inspect, put on, take off, fit, seal check, use, clean, maintain and store
Looking to Find a COVID-19 Vaccine Near You?
If you meet the eligibility requirements for your state, you can locate pharmacy and clinic locations near you using this straightforward vaccine finder search tool. You can also contact your state’s department for locations (https://www.cdc.gov/…/healthdire…/healthdepartments.html) or check your local pharmacy’s website for availability.