Health Commerce System – New Enhancements and Security Features The Department of Health is updating its Health Commerce System (HCS) to enhance security and improve user experience. Starting May 9th, 2024, you’ll see improvements to our “Forgot Password” feature and login interface. For further details and assistance, click here.
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DEA Announces Move to Reclassify Marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III Colleagues: On April 30, the DEA announced a move to reclassify Marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, alongside Ketamine and some anabolic steroids. This would recognize the use of medical marijuana and make it easier to conduct research, but marijuana would not
LaughMD App Pioneers Laughter as Billable, Scalable, Evidence-based Medicine LaughMD is improving the approach to healthcare and wellness in hospitals, dialysis clinics and oncology facilities, bringing laughter right to the bedside of patients and into the daily routines of healthcare staff. With a powerful blend of clinical research and innovative technology, LaughMD offers a unique solution to combat
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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
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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,
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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.
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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
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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).
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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
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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
