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, which means that it affects your airways. It's spread easily from person to person through coughing,…

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 health, and before that I was in the business world. I really liked health care and when an opening…

The need to maintain social distancing means traditional in-person NARCAN® training sessions aren’t possible right now – but that isn’t stopping us from getting this crucial information to those who need it.

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 important role in addressing health care disparities. Launched in 1965 as an experiment to bring…

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 work with the populations that I grew up with. I wanted to become a doctor so I could have one-on-one…

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 adults – people of all ages, from many different backgrounds. Q: What is your favorite part of the…

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 months, and we can build long-term relationships. Q: Why did you get into medicine?A: I had a lot 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 for. Providing access to healthcare to underprivileged and underserved communities is really near to…

After holding several “pop up” COVID-19 vaccination clinics, Trillium Health hit the road once again to set up shop at the RTS Transit Center in the heart of downtown Rochester. The bustling facility, which serves thousands of bus riders each day, was seen as a perfect spot to reach people who still needed the vaccine. More than 100 people took advantage of the free vaccine clinic at the…

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 getting seriously ill even if they do get COVID-19.  Q: Are COVID-19 vaccines safe for my child? A:…

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 liver damage, liver cancer, or be fatal if it’s left untreated. Who is at risk for Hep C?While…

We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Ciranni-Callon to the Center for Gynecological Care & Wellness. We asked her a few questions so we could get to know each other better. Read on to learn more.

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 exercise can lower your risk of heart disease, memory problems, and more. Just 30 minutes of…

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.