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Guthrie now has appointments available for individuals ages 16-64 with qualifying high-risk conditions or qualifying job roles as identified by the CDC, as well as all those who qualify under the state’s 1A, 1B and 1C phases. Please note: Although New York State has opened vaccination eligibility up to all individuals age 16 and older, regardless of comorbidities, Guthrie’s vaccine clinic in Sayre will follow eligibility criteria for Pennsylvania. To see if you or your teen... is eligible, visit the following link: https://www.health.pa.gov//cor/Vaccine/Pages/Vaccine.aspx Dr. Philip Heavner, System Chair, Guthrie Pediatrics, explains the importance of teens, especially those with comorbidities, being vaccinated: For a comprehensive list of all Guthrie’s current vaccine clinic locations and how to schedule, visit: https://www.guthrie.org/safety-ho/covid-vaccine-information

Registration is now open for the 37th Annual Guthrie Gallop 5 and 10K Live Races. With an emphasis on the health and well-being of our participants, and after the cancelation of the event last year, we are excited to move forward with this 37-year tradition. Proceeds from this year’s race will benefit the Guthrie Cancer Care Fund, which helps to provide financial support to Guthrie patients facing a cancer diagnosis. Visit http://ow.ly/1DZc50EhL2L for full race details, sponsorship opportunities, or to register for the race. If you are not ready to run a live event, there will also be a virtual option this year. Space is limited so don’t wait, register today!

Dr. Jeffrey Becker, contracted neurodevelopmental optometrist on the Towanda campus, was named by the National Consumer Advisory Board as one of "America's Best Physicians" as a vision/vestibular specialist. This prestigious award is given out to select physicians that meet strict criteria including a high national ranking as "America's Best Physicians", highly reviewed online, were chosen by other health care providers for treatment, and average over three times the continuing education required by most states. Congratulations, Dr. Becker!

An anonymous donor to the Cortland Memorial Foundation recently pledged to match every donation made to the Guthrie Cortland Cancer Center project, up to $1 million dollars. Just a few months into the match challenge, Guthrie announced that donations exceeded the $1 million goal. Today, to thank the community for helping the foundation reach this important goal, that anonymous donor has chosen to share his identity. Mr. Nicholas Renzi, of Cortland, was revealed as the anony...mous donor, and spoke recently about the passion that he and his late wife, Agnes Renzi, had for supporting the community through charitable giving. We had many friends who battled cancer, and they were my inspiration for making this donation. Tomorrow would have been Agnes’s 92nd birthday, and it seemed like a good way to honor her legacy he said. If you’ve had a personal experience with having a friend or relative battling cancer, you know what the challenges are for someone going through that. This new cancer center in Cortland will help make cancer treatment a little easier for those impacted, by bringing those needed services to our community, Renzi added. Click the link below for the full story: https://www.guthrie.org//anonymous-donor-revealed-during-h

There is another new opportunity to receive the COVID-19 vaccine for those who live or work in New York. The clinic will be located at Guthrie Big Flats Specialties and Rehabilitation: 3344 Chambers Road (Moderna Vaccine) Wednesday, April 7, 8 a.m. 4 p.m. Thursday, April 8, 8 a.m. 4 p.m. Friday, April 9, 8 a.m. 4 p.m. Those who live or work in New York state should call 607-795-5179 or 866-GUTHRIE (866-488-4743) to schedule an appointment. This also includes an...y New Yorker over the age of 18: as deemed eligible as of April 6. Some important notes about these vaccination clinics: Please help us keep these clinics running smoothly by arriving at your scheduled appointment time, not before. You must schedule an appointment for your vaccination. Walk-ins will not be accepted. Please note: While New York State has now expanded vaccine eligibility to those 16 and 17 years of age, the only FDA approved vaccine for those individuals is the Pfizer vaccine. Guthrie does not currently have Pfizer vaccine available but anticipates opening a pediatric vaccine clinic in the future.

The 2021 Guthrie Corning Valentine’s Ball is canceled, but you can still share the love with the Corning Cancer Center and the patients they serve. Your 100% tax-deductible gift will help ensure the Guthrie Cancer Center can continue to provide compassionate and comprehensive care. Providing patients with access to clinical trials, specialized nurse navigators to help coordinate treatment plans, and medical, radiation, and surgical oncologists working together to fight a cancer diagnosis. While COVID19 may force us to hang up our dancing shoes this year, the mission, heart, and soul of the Guthrie Valentine’s Ball must not be forgotten. Visit http://ow.ly/UF0t50DoeR7 to see a full list of sponsorship and donation opportunities to support a Year of Love.

This week is National Food Service Appreciation Week! Guthrie's food service staff work hard to ensure our patients, staff and guests receive healthy meals everyday. Thank you for all you do!

Performs a variety of routine tasks in the retail operations (cafeteria and catering) and the food service operations for both patient and resident services, according to daily assignments, task sheets and policy and procedures as supervised by Food Service Manager and Supervisors. Complies with all regulatory requirements including State DOH Long Term Care and JCAHO Standards High School graduate (or GED) required.

Guthrie Cortland Medical Center partnered with SUNY Cortland and the Cortland County Health Department to provide logistical knowledge, expertise, and staff to support a collaborative vaccination site that will support 1,000 doses a day or 5,000 per week, depending on vaccine allocation. To date, there have been two clinics and 300 doses have been administered, which is 100% of Cortland County Health Department’s allocation.

Due to inclement weather in our service region, Guthrie is closely monitoring conditions at locations across our service area. Any closures or modified operating hours will be announced on our website. This page is being updated regularly as we receive new information.

In Sullivan Co. Pa. last weekend, Guthrie provided staff at a clinic that vaccinated 400 people at Sullivan County Elementary School in LaPort, Pa.