The following press release from the New York State Association of County Health Officials calls for New York State to follow the lead of Massachusetts, New Jersey, Main, California, and other states in raising the legal age for purchasing tobacco products to 21. The Heart Network believes the proposed legislation would result in longer, healthier […]
Heart Network adds staff as programs expand
SARANAC LAKE — The North Country Healthy Heart Network has announced the hiring of two new staff members to meet the needs of increased programming. Danyelle Jones and Randall Ellis joined the Heart Network team in January. Jones will serve as project coordinator for the Health Systems for a Tobacco Free NY program; Ellis will […]
Businesses, organizations partner to promote fruits and vegetables
AKWESASNE— Local businesses and organizations are teaming up with some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment to boost the visibility of fruits and vegetables in our stores and communities. The FNV (fruits and vegetables) campaign, created by the Partnership for a Healthier America and presented locally by the North Country Healthy Heart Network, […]
Surgeon General issues advisory on youth e-cigarette use
This month, the U.S. Surgeon General issued a significant advisory focused on e-cigarette use among youth, calling it an epidemic that requires immediate action now. The advisory cites statistics that show skyrocketing use of e-cigarettes by youth and highlights the potential harm caused by aerosol exposure, nicotine addiction, and exposure to heavy metals, organic compounds and ultrafine […]
Heart Network receives funding to launch Chronic Disease Prevention Coalition
SARANAC LAKE — The North Country Healthy Heart Network has received a five-year grant to replicate a successful diabetes prevention program throughout Clinton, Essex, and Franklin counties. The grant, awarded by the New York State Office of Rural Health, will support the Heart Network’s newly formed North Country Chronic Disease Prevention Coalition as it works […]
Bikes for kids in Brushton-Moira
Daily physical activity provides substantial health benefits for adults and children, and helps prevent obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic diseases. Our Creating Healthy Schools and Communities program recently purchased bikes for Brushton-Moira Central School to give their students another option for physical activity. “When schools and communities support active living, it improves health […]