November is American Diabetes Month. According to the Rochester Regional Health Information Organization (RHIO), 82% of adults in our region had their diabetes under control in 2018 (HbA1c less than 8%). This number increased 8% over the prior year.
The most recent data (November 18) for Monroe County includes children (5 to 11 years old), who are now eligible for the vaccine. There are currently 56 (of 179) census tracts with vaccination rates of at least 70%, five (5) of those are in the City of Rochester.
The most recent data (October 28) for Monroe County show that 107 (of 179) census tracts have vaccination rates of at least 60%; 48 tracts have rates of at least 70%.
Election Day is November 2, 2021. Historically, years with a presidential election have higher voter turnout than local elections. This map shows the percent of the population over 18 (eligible voters), by county, that participated in the 2018 election. In … Continued
The Seneca Park Zoo has been working for decades with several national and state conservation partners to restore and maintain the health of the Genesee River. The Zoo’s impact is particularly evident in their work to bring back the lake sturgeon.
Recently available data (as of September 2) for Monroe County show that 86 census tracts have vaccination rates of at least 60%, a small gain (of 3 tracts) in the past two weeks.
Recently available data (as of August 19) for Monroe County show that 83 census tracts have vaccination rates at least 60%; this is almost 45% of all the tracts in the county.
The demonstrated mental health benefits of sewing and other needlework are many, and this National Sewing Month we feature an organization improving our community’s mental health and creativity, as well as the region’s environmental sustainability.
The City of Rochester rates-per-tract (for those having at least one COVID-19 vaccination) range from 25% to 86%, with an overall rate of 44%. The most recently available data (August 5) also show variability from eastern to western Monroe County.
Recently available data for the City of Rochester and for Monroe County show that 71 County census tracts have vaccination rates of 60% or above.