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November 6, 2009

Governor Paterson Urges New Yorkers to Take Preventive Measures to Reduce Spread of H1N1 Flu in New York State

As cases of H1N1 flu increase in New York State, Governor David A. Paterson today urged New Yorkers to stay home if sick, avoid going to a hospital emergency room unless flu symptoms are severe and follow additional preventive measures to limit the spread of H1N1 influenza to others.

November 5, 2009

Governor Paterson Announces Second Major Influx of Aid to Communities for Protecting Water Infrastructure

Governor David A. Paterson today hailed the signing of an EPA appropriations bill that includes a dramatic increase in aid to local communities for water infrastructure projects. These projects will address looming infrastructure needs – reversing the trend of steep declines in federal aid that had jeopardized communities' ability to protect public health, lakes, streams and rivers.

November 4, 2009

Department of Health Invites Comments From the Public on All Existing DOH Regulations, pursuant to Executive Order 25

Governor Paterson signed Executive Order 25 on August 6, 2009, requiring participating state agencies to solicit public comment on regulations which impose unnecessary, burdensome or excessive costs, paperwork, reporting or other requirements. Comments are sought that describe and quantify the burden and suggest appropriate remedies that the agency may undertake to eliminate or amend regulations that are unnecessary, unbalanced, unwise, duplicative or unduly burdensome. Any comments must be received on or before December 28, 2009 and may be submitted in writing to Katherine Ceroalo, Department of Health, Room 2438, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237 or electronically at regsqna@health.state.ny.us and to the Governor's Office of Regulatory Reform at eo25@gorr.state.ny.us.

November 3, 2009

New York's Stem Cell Research Initiative Provides $2.1 Million to Support Undergraduate Study

New York's stem cell research initiative has approved $2.1 million in new funding that will offer college students in New York State the opportunity to learn about stem cell science and experience first-hand the specialized techniques required for pursuing a stem cell research career.

October 29, 2009

Governor Paterson Issues Executive Order to Assist Local Governments with Statewide H1N1 Vaccination Campaign

In response to requests for assistance from local governments across New York State including New York City, Governor David A. Paterson today issued Executive Order 29 declaring a State Disaster Emergency, which will provide additional personnel and flexibility to local governments as they work to implement a statewide vaccination campaign to protect New Yorkers from H1N1 influenza.

• Read Executive Order Number 29 (PDF, 449KB, 6pg.)

October 22, 2009

Governor David A. Paterson Announces Suspension of Flu Shot Mandate for Health Care Employees Due to Shortage of Vaccine

Governor David A. Paterson today announced that State Health Commissioner Richard F. Daines, M.D., has suspended the mandatory influenza immunization requirement for New York health care workers so that the limited vaccine supplies can be used for populations most at risk of serious illness and death - especially pregnant women and children and young people between the ages of 6 months and 24 years.

New York's Nursing Home Transition and Diversion Waiver Housing Subsidy Program Receives National Award

Governor David A. Paterson today thanked the National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCHSA) for honoring New York State's innovative program to help seniors and disabled adults out of nursing homes by providing safe, decent, accessible and affordable housing with at-home health services.