By Arriana Patraw, Project Coordinator New York State Attorney General Letita James announced in April a historic settlement with JUUL, a top producer and distributor of e-cigarettes, for its role in the youth vaping epidemic. The $462 million settlement will result in New York State receiving approximately $112 million over eight years, with the first […]
Malone’s Celebrate Trails Day Set for May 13
The Malone Rec Park, in collaboration with The Heart Network, will host Celebrate Trails Day on May 13. This family friendly celebration takes place at the community recreation park on Duane Street, and will feature a variety of activities that focus on the outdoors, physical activity, healthy living and, most importantly, having fun. The event […]
Sign Up for National Bike and Roll to School Day
Over 1,600 schools and communities across the country will participate in national Bike & Roll to School Day on May 3. This event, held annually along with its fall partner Walk & Roll to School Day, invites participants to celebrate the joy of active commuting while building a sense of community and school spirit. “The […]
Washington County, Glens Falls Hospital Partner on Tobacco Cessation
A new partnership is enhancing tobacco cessation services in Washington County. Washington County Public Health and Glens Falls Hospital, with support from North Country Nicotine Consultants, joined forces at the beginning of 2023 to enhance the resources and tools available to people looking to quit smoking and using tobacco. “Washington County has the highest smoking […]
Grateful for the Adirondack Food Justice Summit
By Kat Harkins Community Health Improvement Coordinator In March, The Heart Network had the privilege of participating in the 2023 Adirondack Food Justice Summit, organized by the Adirondack Health Institute and the Adirondack Food System Network, and hosted at The Wild Center. This year’s theme was “Feed Back: Food is Health” — a theme that […]
Take Down Tobacco
By Arriana Patraw, Project Coordinator On March 31, thousands of youth advocates and community organizations from across the country will stand up and speak out against the tobacco industry, including many here in the North Country. Take Down Tobacco’s national day of action aims to amplify the work of countless public health agencies, community based […]