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PrEP Aware Week 2021 PrEP Aware Week is a public education campaign supported by the NYS Department of Health AIDS Institute. From October 25–31, 2021, a host of virtual and in-person events and activities will occur across New York State, with the objective of boosting awareness and knowledge…

Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine. Anyone can get the flu, and it can be serious. This year, due to COVID-19, it's more important than ever to get the flu vaccine to help keep you and the people you love healthy. Q: What is the flu?A: Influenza (the flu) is a respiratory illness,…

meet Patrick Pitoni Patrick is the Manager of our Transgender Center of Excellence. We sat down and asked him questions to get to know him better! Q: How did you first get involved in Trans care?A: Prior to Trillium Health, I worked at the University of Rochester for about six years in behavioral…

Trillium Health is a sponsor of To Survive on This Shore: Photographs and Interviews with Transgender and Gender Nonconforming Older Adults at the Eastman Museum. The exhibition provides a nuanced view into the struggles and joys of growing older as a transgender person and offers a poignant…

National Health Center Week is an annual celebration to raise awareness about the mission and accomplishments of America’s health centers over the past five decades. This year, the theme is Community Health Centers – The Chemistry for Strong Communities. Community health centers play an…

meet Dr. Karina Vattana We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Karina Vattana to Pathway Pediatrics. We asked her a few questions so we could get to know her better. Read on to learn more! Q: Why did you decide to get into medicine?A: I'm from Rochester and I knew that I wanted to come back to the city and…

meet Dr. Sarah Bolduc We sat down with Dr. Bolduc and asked her a few questions about Pathway Pediatrics! Q: How long have you been at Trillium Health and what brought you here?A: I’ve been at Trillium since 2018, and I was really excited to work with diverse populations. I see both kids and…

welcoming Emily Graham, PA We're excited to welcome Emily Graham, Physician Assistant, to Pathway Pediatrics! We asked her a few questions to learn more about her. Q: What do you like best about your job so far?A: I like establishing relationships with patients. I get to see them every couple of…

welcoming Brittany Caradine, PNP We're thrilled to welcome Brittany Caradine, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, to Pathway Pediatrics. We asked her a few questions so we could get to know her better. Q: What brought you to Trillium Health?A: It’s definitely the mission statement and what they stand…

The CDC recommends children ages 12+ get the COVID-19 Vaccine Information on safety, possible side effects, and tips on what to do before, during and after your child’s vaccination Q: Why does your child need a COVID-19 vaccine?A: COVID-19 vaccines help protect kids from getting COVID-19 and from…

Dr. Rob Biernbaum, Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Jacob Scutaru, Infectious Disease Physician, and Katie Peters, Hepatitis C Program Supervisor spoke on Rochester Perspective Radio about May being Hepatitis Awareness Month. What is Hep C?Hep C is a viral, chronic infection of the liver. It can cause…

It’s no secret — midlife can bring some special health challenges for women. The good news is that none of those challenges have to stop you from living a lively, full life for decades to come. To keep your mind and body in optimal shape, follow these 5 simple tips: 1. Exercise Regularly Regular…

Storybooks, read-aloud time, and parent-child conversations build curiosity, vocabulary, and essential brain circuitry. Read our six tips to help your child enjoy reading and reap these benefits!

See how women like you feel about taking PrEP, and why it is something everyone should know about regardless of gender.