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The spotted lanternfly, an invasive species that attacks agriculture and plants, is making its way towards New York. The state urges farmers to look out for the insect.
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A new study at Northwell Medical is researching a non-invasive method of detecting endometriosis in its early stages. This study, the ROSE study, is in the clinical trial phase.
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Heart attacks spike during the holiday season, but there are steps you can take to be prepared.
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Consumers can purchase devices directly at more than 50 of the chain's pharmacies, thanks to a new federal law.
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A public health professor says the high case numbers could indicate a chance in our healthcare habits, but that hospitalizations rates show flu is still a bigger threat this year.
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This week, Governor Kathy Hochul and NY health officials warned New Yorkers of a surge of three different viruses, and the state Thruway EZ Pass tolls will increase by 5% in 2024 and 2027. Also, the City of Syracuse dealt with illegal marijuana shops while SUNY got a new chancellor. Check this week's WAER Round-Up for more information on health and infrastructure and what other local news you've missed from Dec. 5-9!
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Dozens of senior citizens showed at a state senator's flu vaccine clinic.
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Dr. Kathryn Anderson brings 18 years of experience, but only recently arrived in Syracuse. She would succeed Dr. Indu Gupta, who retired in July after seven years on the job.
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Catch up on the news of the week with the WAER News Round up for the week of July 25.
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Veterans groups and Democrats are criticizing Senate Republicans for blocking legislation extending healthcare for veterans. The legislation would ensure medical benefits for veterans cover cancers stemming from toxic fumes inhaled by veterans while in the line of service.