Earth Month: Recognizing the Work of Genesee Land Trust
One Rochester area organization, the Genesee Land Trust (GLT), preserves and protects natural lands, waterways, and working farms to conserve habitats and create nature preserves.
Heart Disease Prevalence in Upstate New York
Recently released data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show variability in coronary heart disease prevalence in and around Rochester. While many zip codes show rates of fewer than 5%, others show rates of 10% or greater.
Respiratory Illness Dashboard Now Live for Our Seven-County Area
The current season’s Respiratory Illness Surveillance Dashboard is now available. Previous seasons’ information included Monroe County only. We now include county-level data for the six surrounding counties (Orleans, Wayne, Genesee, Livingston, Ontario, and Yates).
September is Suicide Prevention Month
Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Regional data from the RocHealthData map room show that county level rates range from 10.6 to 17.9, with higher rates in the rural counties.
Our site has been updated!
Welcome to the new look of the RocHealthData. Site content has been refreshed, with a new version of the Map Room as well as easier access to user-created maps and reports within the My Dashboard section.
February is American Heart Month: Newly Available Regional Data on Heart Disease
Recently released data show wide variability in heart disease mortality among New York state counties. These data, from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Vital Statistics System includes information from death certifications for US residents and includes numbers and death rates by county.
Latest Community Health Indicators Now Available
RocHealthData now has updated data for key clinical measures of the region’s health, including childhood and adult obesity, diabetes control rates and blood pressure control rates.
Influenza, RSV, and COVID-19 Data for Monroe County
The current season’s Respiratory Illness Surveillance Dashboard for Monroe County is now available. Updated every Monday, this report will be available throughout the flu season (through April 2025).
Climate Change and the Aging Population: Addressing Challenges and Opportunities
In recent years, discussions on climate change have increasingly highlighted its effects on ecosystems, economies, and human health. However, one often overlooked group in this dialogue is the aging population, who face unique challenges from climate-related risks. In Rochester, Lifespan will highlight this issue at their annual Dr. Rocco Vivenzio Memorial Symposium on September 25th.
Protecting Youth from Skin Cancer: Essential Skin Safety
As Labor Day approaches and summer winds down, it’s important to emphasize sun safety, especially for youth enjoying outdoor activities. Sun Protection Outreach Teaching by Students (SPOTS) is an organization that educates middle and high school students about skin cancer prevention and early detection.