The Jefferson County Suicide Prevention Coalition concluded a week of community prevention events that brought together 139 walkers and runners and raised nearly $10,500 through registrations, donations, and sponsorships. The week began with the 2026 Suicide Prevention Walk on Sunday, September 20, at the Clayton Volunteer Fire Department. The walk drew 61 participants, with 10 organizations providing information and resources at community tables. “The event wouldn’t be possible without the...

The 11th Annual Community Health Survey of adults in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties is now complete. The 2026 results show encouraging gains in routine cancer screenings and dental care, while also identifying affordability, declining self-reported health, and growing barriers to local healthcare as key concerns.

Protocol Correction: 2026 Obstetrics – Hemorrhagic Shock A medication dosing error has been identified in the 2026 Obstetrics: Hemorrhagic Shock Protocol. The protocol currently states: "‡ 10 units IM or 10 units IV followed by 20 units placed in 1 L normal saline and given wide open until bleeding significantly decreases." This is incorrect and must be revised. Administration of 10 units of oxytocin as an IV bolus is contraindicated due to the risk of severe cardiovascular adverse effects,...