Read more about the article Despite Low Ranking, Oswego County’s Health Situation Is Improving (Slightly)
Cigarette smoking rate in Oswego County is one of the highest in the state, 21%. That compares to 19% in Onondaga County and 12% average in New York state. “Poverty can be a driving force for things like obesity and smoking. Economically I think that is still a big challenge in our area,” said Diane Oldenburg, an associate public health educator at the Oswego County Health Department.

Despite Low Ranking, Oswego County’s Health Situation Is Improving (Slightly)

By Stefan Yablonski   Oswego County is ranked one of the least healthy counties in New York, according to a report by County Health Rankings and Roadmaps. The 2023 report…

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Read more about the article ConnextCare Expands Access to Health Care in Oswego County
“ConnextCare serves everyone regardless of their insurance coverage or ability to pay,” says CEO Tricia Peter-Clark. The federally qualified health center is the the largest primary care provider in Oswego County. It operates health centers in Central Square, Fulton, Mexico, Oswego, Parish, Phoenix and Pulaski. It offers medical, dental, mental health and substance use disorder services. Photo by Chuck Wainwright.

ConnextCare Expands Access to Health Care in Oswego County

With a new and expanded location in Oswego, ConnextCare will increase services related to primary care, mental health and dental services By Stefan Yablonski   Growing up, Tricia Peter-Clark often…

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Read more about the article The Uneasy Peace: Why Life After Work Can Be Hard for High Achievers
Author Elizabeth Zelinka Parsons

The Uneasy Peace: Why Life After Work Can Be Hard for High Achievers

Special For Oswego County Business By Elizabeth Zelinka Parsons Retirement. The word itself conjures images of leisurely pursuits, freedom from deadlines and the long-awaited opportunity to finally enjoy the fruits…

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Read more about the article STARTING UP: New Dumpster Business Already Cleaning Up
Joseph Wormworth and Max in front of a truck owned by his company, Roots Roll-Off Professionals.

STARTING UP: New Dumpster Business Already Cleaning Up

By Stefan Yablonski   Q: How did this all start? A: Roots Roll-Off Professionals was born out of a dream — a dream to build something meaningful for our family,…

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