Teens Stand Up and Speak Out Against the Tobacco Marketing That Causes Youth Smoking 

NORWICH, NY – Local youth from Chenango County have seen enough marketing from the tobacco industry and will join youth around the country to stand up and speak out against big tobacco on Kick Butts Day, March 19. 

Tobacco Free Chenango will alert the community about what is now a known cause of youth smoking - tobacco marketing in stores. Educational programs involving students at middle and high schools in Sherburne, Norwich and Greene will focus on tobacco marketing in stores and its influence on youth. Tobacco Free Chenango, a program of Chenango Health Network, will also partner with the Liberty Partnership Program to reach more youth in Chenango County. James Mutabiilwa, Tobacco Free Chenango Program Coordinator noted, as part of the Kick Butt Day campaign, the program has been running ads and placed billboards to raise awareness of the dangers of tobacco marketing in stores. 

Read more: Local Youth Take Action On Kick Butts Day

Local Organization Recognized With Support From National Program

NORWICH, New York / February 6, 2014 – The Avon Breast Health Outreach Program has awarded a $59,000 one-year grant to Chenango Health Network to increase awareness of the life-saving benefits of early detection of breast cancer. It is the 10th year that the program has received funding from the Avon Foundation for Women to support its work on this important health issue, and in recognition of the program’s excellence. 

The Every Woman Counts in Chenango County Campaign at Chenango Health Network will educate Chenango County women and refer them to low-cost or free mammograms and clinical breast exams in their own communities. This vital program will also challenge 700 Chenango County women to seek breast cancer screenings. 

Since 2010 the Every Woman Counts in Chenango County Campaign at Chenango Health Network has reached more than 25,000 women with information about the importance of early detection of breast cancer and has referred almost 3,000 women for mammograms and clinical breast exams. 

Read more: Avon Breast Health Outreach Program Awards Grant for Breast Cancer Awareness Program to Chenango...

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Norwich, NY – Even though this is the 38th year of the Great American Smokeout, tobacco use is still the leading cause of preventable disease and death killing more than 25,000 New Yorkers every year. 

Quitting smoking is the single most important step you can take to reduce your risk of cancer. The American Cancer Society suggests that 60 percent of cancers could be avoided if people stopped using tobacco.1 Smoking is the major cause of lung cancer which is responsible for more deaths than the next three most common cancers combined (colon, breast, and prostate).2

Read more: 38 YEARS LATER, TOBACCO STILL KILLS TOO MANY NEW YORKERS

The Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare was launched on October 1. Open enrollment to choose a health plan began, and coverage can start as early as January 1, 2014. People who want to have health coverage by January 1, will need to complete their application by December 15, 2013. In the Marketplace you have to sign up by the 15th of the month in order to have coverage begin on the first day of the next month.

Uninsured residents can sign up for health insurance at Chenango Health Network. An official New York State of Health Navigator will assist people who would like help with the application process. There is no charge for this service. Chenango Health Network has enrolled Chenango County residents for over ten years in New York State funded insurance and will continue their confidential, free and expert services with the new Affordable Care Act health insurance.

Read more: ENROLLMENT SERVICES FOR HEALTH INSURANCE AT CHENANGO HEALTH NETWORK

Event Marks 10^th Anniversary of Historic Legislation That Protects Workers and Challenges New Yorkers to Protect Kids

NORWICH, NY – New Yorkers will be gathering at events around the state today to celebrate the 10^th Anniversary of the New York State Clean Indoor Air Act, the historic legislation that protects workers from second-hand smoke and helps reduce smoking rates. 

Tobacco Control Partners from Broome, Tioga, Tompkins and Chenango counties will be hosting several speakers including government, health, and business officials at a press conference at the Number 5 Restaurant in Binghamton at 11am on July 24^th to celebrate this anniversary. 

Read more: Celebrating 10 Years of Breathing Clean Air in New York

Chenango Health Network (CHN) has unveiled a new program for Chenango County women who have received a breast cancer diagnosis. The Financial Assistance Program will provide gas cards and help with medical provider and pharmacy co-pays. The Program is funded through local donations and the St Agatha Foundation. There are certain eligibility requirements that apply. Funding allows CHN to continue to support Chenango County women to fight breast cancer. Women with a breast cancer diagnosis are encouraged to check with Chenango Health Network to see if help with other treatment or day-to-day needs is available, as well. All services are provided at no charge. 

Read more: Chenango Health Network Offers New Programming For Women With A Breast Cancer Diagnosis