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Medical student: Upstate NY needs more Latinx physicians (Your Letters)
As a third-year medical student at SUNY Upstate Medical University, I witness firsthand the profound impact that representation has on patient care. When I enter a clinic or hospital room, and patients see someone who looks like them, I can feel an immediate shift in their demeanor. “Doctora, le puedo decir lo que tengo?” they ask (”Doctor, can I tell you what I have?”), relieved to communicate in their native language. This connection is vital, yet it highlights a critical issue in our healthcare system: the persistent lack of Latinx physicians, especially in Upstate New York.
Vote: Section V's Girls Sports Athlete of the Week for Sept. 23-29 presented by Faber Builders
It's time to take a look at the standout performers from Section V. Your vote will determine who will be the Girls Sports Athlete of the Week for September 23-29. The players' credentials are listed above the poll — which will be live until 8 p.m. Tuesday. The winner will be announced on our Instagram page Wednesday morning. ...
Vote: Section V's Football Athlete of the Week for September 23-29 presented by Faber Builders
It's time to take a look at the standout performers from Section V. Your vote will determine who will be the Faber Builders Football Athlete of the Week for September 23-29. The players' credentials are listed above the poll — which will be live until 8 p.m. Tuesday. The winner will be announced on our Instagram page Wednesday morning. ...
Career paths and opportunities in education: Stop the Violence College and Career Fair set for Wednesday
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Time to make those finishing touches on your resume. Uniting and Healing Through Hope of Monroe County, a community outreach organization, is preparing for its third annual “Stop the Violence College and Career Fair” at Blue Cross Arena. Over 100 local colleges, schools and businesses will be in attendance, ready to […]
City of Rochester launches ‘Neighbors in Action’ program
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester Mayor Malik Evans announced the launch of a new community engagement program Monday called Neighbors in Action. Officials say the program will encourage community members to work together to help strengthen, improve, and develop their neighborhoods by allowing them to apply for city resources and small grants to support community-driven […]
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